RJ45 dummy Patch-Panel for switch swapping by Fabrion365

Fabrion365

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P1S

P1P

X1 Carbon

X1E

A1 mini

Gen1-24Port, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Designer

39.5 h

6 plates

4.9(15)

Gen1-48Port, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Designer

45.6 h

6 plates

5.0(10)

Gen2-modular-bases, 0.2mm layer, 3 walls, 15% infill

Designer

17.5 h

8 plates

5.0(15)

Gen2-Panels-raised-lettering, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls

Designer

9.9 h

12 plates

5.0(6)

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Description

When swapping a fully populated switch it's always a hassle with all the cables.

With these fake patch panel you can easily mark and organize them.

Gen2 modular design

Gen2 is splitted in the base unit and 4 separate side panels with labeling.

The labels snap in, but in harsh environments I would recommend adding a drop of superglue to fix them in place.

For the base you can choose between 0, 1 or 2 round eyelets or velcro eyelets and with or without magnet holes.

For the label panels you have X1 to X8 as markers and 1-48 for the ports.

Please pay attention to the port order your switch uses:

As you print the panels lying flat on the bed, you can easily change filament to have colored labels.

The panels should just snap in.

For cisco style there is also an AMS variant of the labels with embedded lettering.

Gen1 monoblock design

The old version is easier to print and bit more compact.

Port ordering is Cisco style only.

They are labeled 1 to 12, 13 to 24, 25 to 36 and 37 to 48, so they suit 24 and 48 port switches.

In case you are working on more than one switch, there are 6 sets labeled X1 to X6 on the side.

Gen1 and Gen2

Optional add 4x2mm magnets to be able to click them together.

As there are different tolerances, you may need a drop of glue.

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The fitment of the plugs intentionally is a bit on the loose side, to make plugging/unplugging easier.

If you want a tighter fit, use the Gen2 “tighter” variant.

Let me know, if you need a different versions (eg: ports, labels).

Please note, that this model is under a Standard License.

The objects may not be used without permission in any way whatsoever in which you charge money, or collect fees.

So if you are planning to use them commercially please contact me first.

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Comment & Rating (80)

@iCEM4N

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Gen1-24Port, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Great, everything without any problems - RJ45 plugs are not too tight and not too loose. Everything perfect!

@mani_leo

Which file did you use to print these?

@iCEM4N

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Replying to @mani_leo :

i mixed and matched the "24Port-2side-labeled, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill" profile & plates for my personal needs.

@stevel85

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Gen1-48Port, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

great design, useful Tool and perfekt working profile

@Shootme1983

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Looks great! How did you get the RJ-21?

@stevel85

Replying to @Shootme1983 :

I've downloaded and printed from another maker here :) https://makerworld.com/en/models/435065#profileId-340330

@timmciglobal

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The only two issue I see is: 1: larger magnet holes would be nice option for strong adhesion 2: Cisco labeling the ports upside down on one side. ex it’s 1 top 2 bottom so the plate for even numbers should be the same order so when you slide it in its correct. see example photos showing how it’s upside down due to this.

@HomieProduction

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Gen2-Panels-AMS-embedded-lettering, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls

Assembly was incredibly easy, all the parts fit together perfectly. The RJ45 connector fits perfectly

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@waldoeGeek

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Gen2-modular-bases, 0.2mm layer, 3 walls, 15% infill

Great print. Don't always have room to rack new hardware, this will help.

@PetrDDD

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So great idea! I actually cut the block horizontal with dovetail in slicer. We usually put switch between two patch panels and connect bottom patch panel with 15 cm cables to bottom row of ports and top panel to top row of port. I will try attach print profile. Now making test print.

@chilluniverse

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Gen1-24Port, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

printed like a charm!

@user_1243062081

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Gen2-modular-bases, 0.2mm layer, 3 walls, 15% infill

Very nice

@user_1824573427

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No issues with Bambu PLA

@user_3559800318

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Gen1-24Port, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Looks great, works right away. See photos also

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