How to Label Belden REVConnect Patch Panels with LabelFlex

Belden's REVConnect system supports Cat5e through Cat6A on a single universal connector platform. That flexibility is a major advantage in the field, but it also means the patch panel lineup includes flat panels, angled panels, shielded variants, and high-density configurations, each with slightly different port spacing and label recess dimensions.

A label strip designed for a generic 24-port panel will not align correctly on a REVConnect panel. The ports may be grouped differently, the label window height may vary, and the overall strip width will not match. The result is misaligned text, labels that overlap port openings, or strips that simply do not fit.

This is why LabelFlex® includes official templates for every REVConnect panel model. The templates are developed in partnership with Belden, so the port pitch, group spacing, and strip dimensions are exact. When you print a label strip using LabelFlex®, each port ID lands precisely where it should.

There are two categories of label sheets for REVConnect panels: the FREE in-box labels that ship inside every Belden patch panel box, and purchasable label sheets for additional labeling needs or replacement stock.

FREE In-Box Labels (PX Series)

This is something many installers do not realize: every Belden patch panel box already contains LabelFlex® label sheets at no additional cost. These PX-series sheets are ready to load into your laser printer and print with LabelFlex® software.

Purchasable Label Sheets (AX Series)

For additional labeling, replacement stock, or projects where you need more sheets than the in-box supply provides, the AX-series purchasable label sheets are available through all Belden resellers and distributors. Contact your rep or reseller to order.

• AX101551: 5.59" x 0.31", 28 labels per sheet, 5 sheets per pack.
• AX102299: 8.28" x 0.31", 24 labels per sheet, 5 sheets per pack.
• AX103257: 1.25" x 0.23", 180 labels per sheet, 5 sheets per pack.
• AX103265: 7.40" x 0.31", 28 labels per sheet, 5 sheets per pack.
• AX107527: 3.819" x 0.256", 64 labels per sheet, 10 sheets per pack.

All purchasable sheets are made from durable polyester with a strong acrylic adhesive. They arrive on pre-perforated US Letter sheets, so labels snap out cleanly after printing. The same testing standards apply: -40°F to 212°F temperature range, H2S sour gas exposure (2% H2S), and salt mist spray per IEC 60068-2-52 Test KB (Cyclic).

LabelFlex® is free to download at the Lite level and runs on any Windows PC. You do not need specialist hardware: any standard office laser printer will work. Here is the workflow from start to finished labels.

Step 1: Select the REVConnect Template

Open LabelFlex® and choose the template that matches your panel. The software includes official templates for REVConnect flat panels (24-port and 48-port), REVConnect angled panels, and shielded variants. Each template has the correct port spacing, group structure, and label dimensions pre-configured, so there is no manual setup.

Step 2: Enter Your Port IDs

You have several options for getting your identifiers into the software. For small jobs, type or paste port numbers directly. For larger installations, copy and paste from a spreadsheet or use the sequential numbering tool to auto-generate ranges like 001 to 048, A-01 to A-24, or any custom pattern your naming convention requires.

With LabelFlex® Advanced or Professional, you can also import CSV files with column merging, which is useful when your naming scheme combines a rack ID, panel ID, and port number into a single label string, for example MDF-B-03. The Advanced tier also supports Fluke Networks® LinkWare™ Live integration and an AEM TestPro CSV workflow, so you can pull cable test data directly from either platform into your label list without rekeying.

Step 3: Preview and Print

Check the live preview to confirm every ID sits correctly on the label strip, then load your PX or AX label sheet into your laser printer and print. A full 48-port panel strip prints in about 20 seconds, the same time it takes for a single sheet of paper to run through your printer.

A single telecom room might have a handful of REVConnect panels, but a campus or data center installation can involve dozens. Here are the features that help you stay organized at scale.

Use Multiple Builds per Job

LabelFlex® Advanced and Professional support multiple builds within the same job. This means you can manage phases, revisions, and additions (Build 1, Build 2, adds, changes) without losing traceability. When a panel is added or ports are renumbered during commissioning, create a new build rather than editing the original.

Pull Data from Fluke LinkWare Live or AEM TestPro

If your team uses Fluke Networks® Versiv testers, the LinkWare™ Live integration in LabelFlex® Advanced and Professional eliminates double-entry. Download your cable IDs and test data directly from the LinkWare Live cloud into LabelFlex®, then print labels that match your certification records exactly. The Trim Function shortens long identifiers to fit patch panel labels while preserving the source data. If your team uses AEM TestPro instead, LabelFlex® Advanced and Professional include a guided CSV workflow that converts TestPro exports into print-ready label data with straightforward field mapping.

Do Not Forget the Rear of the Panel

A common oversight on installations is labeling only the front (patching) side of a panel while leaving the rear (punch-down) side blank. When troubleshooting a connection, the technician working at the back of the rack has no reference without rear labels. Print a duplicate strip or a separate rear designation strip for every panel. With LabelFlex®, this takes seconds since the data is already in your job file.

Do I need to buy labels separately for Belden REVConnect panels?

Not necessarily. Every Belden patch panel box includes FREE PX-series label sheets designed for that panel. These are the same durable polyester material used in the purchasable AX-series sheets. If you need more labels than the in-box supply provides, additional AX-series sheets are available through all Belden resellers and distributors - contact your rep or reseller to order.

What printer do I need for LabelFlex labels?

Any standard office laser printer. No special hardware, cartridges, or proprietary consumables are required. The toner is fused to the polyester label material during printing, which means the print will not fade, smear, or go blank like thermal or inkjet alternatives can in warm environments.

Can I use a naming scheme that follows ANSI/TIA-606?

Yes. LabelFlex® Advanced includes ANSI/TIA-606-B numbering capability built in. You can generate structured identifiers that follow the standard's naming hierarchy, from building and floor codes down to individual port numbers. The sequential numbering tool and prefix/suffix options make it straightforward to follow any structured naming convention.

Will the labels stay on Belden's textured panel finishes?

Yes. Silver Fox® developed the label adhesive specifically for Belden's textured powder-coat surfaces. The labels have been independently tested from -40°F to 212°F, for H2S sour gas exposure, and for salt mist spray per IEC 60068-2-52. The partnership between Silver Fox and Belden has been in place since 2001, and the adhesive formulations have been refined over that time to suit every Belden panel finish.

How do Belden patch panel labels compare to handheld label printers on cost?

Handheld tape-based label printers use proprietary consumable cartridges that typically cost around $40 for a few meters of tape, and they produce one label at a time. LabelFlex® label sheets cost a fraction of that per label and print an entire panel strip in a single pass using your existing laser printer. The LabelFlex® Lite software is free, so there is no upfront software cost for basic labeling.