Racks

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
RMCV190713BK1

RMCV190713BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ALUM 13X17X7 BLK

39

R2PWH

R2PWH

Panduit Corporation

*NS* RACK 2 POST 84" TALL, WHITE

1

RMCV9058BK1

RMCV9058BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ALUM 8X8.5X5.25 BLK

14

2UDCP604912FFTC

2UDCP604912FFTC

Hammond Manufacturing

ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE

0

S7519W

S7519W

Panduit Corporation

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

0

HN4FM604810

HN4FM604810

Hammond Manufacturing

N4 3-PT DBL DOOR FLOORMOUNT

0

C2F246323BK1

C2F246323BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0

REFK1906317BK1

REFK1906317BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21.3X68.2 BLK

2

HT6019-30-02

HT6019-30-02

Quest Manufacturing

HOME THEATRE RACK W/ SHELVES 30

2

HN4FS723630SS

HN4FS723630SS

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT FREESTANDING ENCL

0

C2F198536BK1

C2F198536BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0

EN4DH362424WLG

EN4DH362424WLG

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE STEEL DUAL ACCESS

0

C2RR197031DBK1

C2RR197031DBK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ASSEMBLED

0

EN4DH482415WLG

EN4DH482415WLG

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE STEEL DUAL ACCESS

0

HN4WM364212S16

HN4WM364212S16

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE 2 DOOR WALLMOUNT

0

SRW18USDP

SRW18USDP

Tripp Lite

18UWALL MNT RACK ENC 36X24X26

152

S7519WF

S7519WF

Panduit Corporation

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

0

HN4FS603624SS

HN4FS603624SS

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT FREESTANDING ENCL

0

HN4FS723636SS

HN4FS723636SS

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT FREESTANDING ENCL

0

S6219WF

S6219WF

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 42 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0

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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