Michael J Field

US Patent:

50550675, Oct 8, 1991

Filed:

Feb 23, 1990

Appl. No.:

7/484373

Inventors:

Michael D. Field - Hutchinson MN

Assignee:

Communications Systems, Inc. - Hector MN

International Classification:

H01R 13514

US Classification:

439540

Abstract:

A modular patch or wiring administration panel comprises an elongated support that fits into a standard rack used for telecommunications. The panel has a plurality of openings on the front side thereof, each of which is of size to receive a standard communications socket. The openings are divided into pairs by anchoring lugs positioned between the openings which are accessible from the rear side of the panel. A two port or opening module is provided and held in each of the supports, and each of the two port modules is made to accept a wide variety of line connection devices, either male or female, so that the same panel can have many variations of connections. The two port module permits movement of the module within the panel, for better space utilization. For example, an input jack and an output jack on the same module and on the same panel, and termination units are easily connected at the rear of each of the modules.