Racks

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
N8812B

N8812B

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X 1070MMD N TYPE,

0

HMET22106

HMET22106

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR DBL DOOR ENCL

0

2UD726212FFTC

2UD726212FFTC

Hammond Manufacturing

ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE

0

SR48UB

SR48UB

Tripp Lite

48U RACK ENCL SERVER CABINET

21

S8519WF

S8519WF

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 45 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0

S7512WF

S7512WF

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 45 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0

R2PW

R2PW

Panduit Corporation

STANDARD RACK 23 W 84 H 2134M

24

RMCV9038BK1

RMCV9038BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ALUM 8X8.5X3.5 BLK

1

HME2045

HME2045

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0

FE7219-42-02

FE7219-42-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET VENT ME

0

C3RMC484812

C3RMC484812

Hammond Manufacturing

3R METERING CABINET 48X48X12

0

S7212B

S7212B

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 42 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0

S7829BF

S7829BF

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0

S8819BF

S8819BF

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0

C2F247823LG1

C2F247823LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0

S6819W

S6819W

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 48 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE

0

2UD726212FTC

2UD726212FTC

Hammond Manufacturing

ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE

0

C2F198523BK1

C2F198523BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0

REFK1907717BK1

REFK1907717BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21.3X82.2 BLK

2

FE7119-42-02

FE7119-42-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET VENT ME

1

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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