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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
RMCS190513BK1

RMCS190513BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ALUM 13X17X5.25 BLK

10
S6522BF

S6522BF

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 45 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0
IPC1686

IPC1686

Hammond Manufacturing

CABINET STEEL 23.6X31.5X70.3

0
WM2019-09-02D

WM2019-09-02D

Quest Manufacturing

DEEP WALL ENCLOSURE FRONT/SIDE A

2
C2F246336BK1

C2F246336BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
S7512BU

S7512BU

Panduit Corporation

700MM 1070MMD S-TYPE UNIV

0
RR-1249-BT

RR-1249-BT

Bud Industries, Inc.

RACK TABLE TOP PANL SPACE 28"BLK

0
C2F246336LG1

C2F246336LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
2UD605012FFTC

2UD605012FFTC

Hammond Manufacturing

ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE

0
WNC-5641

WNC-5641

Bud Industries, Inc.

CABINET NETWORK 12X24X24" BLACK

37
N8219BE

N8219BE

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 42 RU X 1070MMD N TYPE,

0
SR45UBSD

SR45UBSD

Tripp Lite

45U RACK ENCL 32" DEPTH

8
C2F197023LG1

C2F197023LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
RCHV1901431BK1

RCHV1901431BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 31.5X21X16 BLK

1
HN4WM306010S16

HN4WM306010S16

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE 2 DOOR WALLMOUNT

0
C2F193523LG1

C2F193523LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
RCHS1901417BK1

RCHS1901417BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21X16 BLK

8
C2F195631LG1

C2F195631LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
C2F247023BK1

C2F247023BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
SRW18US

SRW18US

Tripp Lite

18UWALL MNT RACK ENC 36X24X22

156

Racks

1. Overview

Racks are standardized frame systems designed to house and organize electronic equipment, providing mechanical support, cable management, and environmental protection. Defined by international standards (e.g., EIA-310), they ensure interoperability across industries. Their importance lies in enabling scalable infrastructure for data centers, telecommunications, industrial automation, and mission-critical systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
19" Open Frame RackLightweight, ventilated structure with adjustable mountingData center network switches
23" Cabinet RackLegacy standard with enclosed designTelecom legacy equipment
Wall-Mount RackSpace-saving vertical mountingBranch office servers
4-Post Server RackReinforced load-bearing for heavy equipmentEnterprise data centers
Portable RackMobile solutions with casters and shock absorptionField deployment systems

3. Structure and Components

Typical racks feature:

  • Vertical mounting rails with tapped holes (10-32 UNF)
  • Adjustable horizontal supports
  • Integrated cable management (vertical/horizontal)
  • Material options: Steel (2-4mm thickness), Aluminum alloys
  • Accessories: PDU units, fan trays, security locks

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterValue RangeImportance
Rack Unit (RU)1U=1.75" (44.45mm)Standardized height measurement
Load Capacity50-2000kgEquipment safety and structural integrity
Material Thickness1.2-6.0mmVibration resistance and durability
Cooling Efficiency0.5-5.0m /sThermal management performance
Seismic Rating0.2-2.0gEarthquake protection compliance

5. Application Fields

  • Data Centers: Server clusters, storage arrays
  • Telecommunications: 5G base stations, fiber distribution hubs
  • Industrial Automation: PLC systems, SCADA controllers
  • Medical Equipment: MRI scanners, diagnostic systems
  • Avionics: Flight control systems, navigation equipment

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

VendorRepresentative ProductKey Features
PanduitNetShelter VXModular cooling, 80kW rack support
RittalTS8 CabinetIP55 protection, active airflow management
Schneider ElectricAPC AR SeriesToolless mounting, seismic certification
Tripp LiteSU Series RackZeroU cable management, seismic compliance

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

  • Calculate total equipment weight (including future expansion)
  • Verify RU requirements with equipment manufacturers
  • Assess cooling needs using airflow simulation
  • Confirm compliance with local building codes
  • Plan cable entry points and management systems

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include:

  • Modular rack designs for edge computing deployments
  • Smart racks with IoT-enabled environmental sensors
  • Advanced composite materials reducing weight by 30%
  • Integration with AI-powered thermal management systems
  • Standardization efforts for global interoperability (IEEE 1100)

9. Practical Application Case

A hyperscale data center implemented 42U high-density racks with:

  • Integrated 3-phase 208V PDUs
  • Containment baffles achieving 85% cooling efficiency
  • Load distribution optimization reducing hotspots by 60%
  • Modular expansion supporting 25% annual growth
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