The UNIVERSAL CONNECTION PANEL 1U 16WAY : D-SERIES provides a flexible and robust solution for creating custom connection panels in a professional rack environment.

Key Features

• Universal Connection System: It's part of Canford's "Universal Connection System," designed for users who need a small number of panels with a mix of various connectors, switches, and other components.
• Unpopulated Panel: This specific model is an unpopulated panel, meaning it comes with cut-outs but no pre-installed connectors. This allows users to customize it with their desired connectors.
• 1U Rack Unit: It occupies 1U of rack space, making it suitable for standard 19-inch equipment racks.
• 16 Cut-outs: It features 16 cut-outs in a single row, designed to accommodate a wide range of components, including Canford 'Universal' series connectors and Neutrik 'D' series housing connectors (such as XLRs, 3-pole jack sockets, RCA, Ethercon RJ45, USB, Firewire, Speakon, and BNC sockets).
• Rigid Aluminium Extrusion: Manufactured from a lightweight but extremely rigid aluminium extrusion, ensuring durability and stability.
• Cranked Lacing-Bar: Includes a cranked lacing-bar for each row of connectors, providing easy access to the rear for wiring.
• Designation-Strip Holder: A snap-on cover designation-strip holder is fitted above each connector row, allowing for easy labeling with paper strips (7.5mm printable height). Templates for printing these labels are often available from Canford.
• Finish: This particular model is finished in black. Other finishes like Dawn Grey or Dark Grey might be available for similar products in the series.
• Mounting Hardware: Supplied with M3 screws, nuts, and shakeproof washers for connector fixing.

Applications

The Canford 45-3391 is ideal for professional audio, video, broadcast, and IT installations where a customizable patch or termination panel is required. Common applications include:

• Custom Patch Panels: Building bespoke patch panels with a mix of different connector types to suit specific equipment requirements.
• Termination Panels: Providing a neat and organized point for terminating various cables.
• Studio Installations: Used in recording studios, broadcast facilities, and live event setups for managing audio, video, and data connections.
• Rack Integration: Integrating diverse connectivity options within equipment racks.