APC NetShelter WX AR106, 6U/HE, 19inch patch cabinet, Wall mounting, Unassembled, 400MM deep

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For £180 ex-VAT, the APC NetShelter WX AR106 is the sort of “get it done properly” wall-mount patch cabinet that makes sense when you need a tidy, professional-looking home for patching, small switching, and patch leads—without paying full cabinet money. The 19-inch factor and APC branding also matter in the real world: it’s typically straightforward to work with, and it tends to play nicely with standard rack gear and patch panels. If you’re setting up a comms room corner, a managed office area, or a small satellite site, it’s a sensible budget cabinet that will save you time and improve cable management immediately.

That said, the “unassembled” part isn’t trivial—factor in your labour (or staff time) and double-check access/clearance on the wall before you commit. Also, £180 for a wall cabinet usually means you’re not buying a big, all-singing enclosure; it’s best for patching and light equipment, not for heavy network infrastructure that needs serious airflow and expansion. If you expect to add deeper switches/active gear later, you’ll want to plan your internal layout carefully so you don’t end up compromising on cable bends or leaving things too tight. Overall: good value for small-scale structured cabling—less ideal if you’re trying to build a future-proof “main rack” on a budget.