Racks

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
S8212B

S8212B

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 42 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0

SR45UBEXPND

SR45UBEXPND

Tripp Lite

45U 4-POST OPEN FRAME RACK CABIN

0

HN4FM604812S16

HN4FM604812S16

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT DBL DOOR FLOORMOUNT

0

PZWMC12P

PZWMC12P

Panduit Corporation

PANZONE WALL MOUNT CABINET WITH

0

SRW12U

SRW12U

Tripp Lite

12UWALL MNT RACK ENC 25X24X18

303

RCHS1902817BK1

RCHS1902817BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21X30 BLK

6

RCBS1901217BK1

RCBS1901217BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21X14.25 BLK

4

FE4019-20-02

FE4019-20-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE ACRYLIC DOOR 20 UNIT 3

15

DNRR70HDKB

DNRR70HDKB

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 15X20.6X76.1 BLK

0

SRW15US

SRW15US

Tripp Lite

15UWALL MNT RACK ENC 30X34X22

111

RCHV1901024BK1

RCHV1901024BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 24.5X21X12.5 BLK

8

N8812BE

N8812BE

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X 1070MMD N TYPE,

0

WM2019-11-02D

WM2019-11-02D

Quest Manufacturing

DEEP WALL ENCLOSURE FRONT/SIDE A

8

HWM2412U20BK

HWM2412U20BK

Hammond Manufacturing

12U 20IN SWING OUT WALL MOUNT

0

FE7319-45-02

FE7319-45-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET VENT ME

15

DCZ4A307742BK

DCZ4A307742BK

Hammond Manufacturing

CABINET STEEL 42X30X83" BLACK

0

R4PCN79

R4PCN79

Panduit Corporation

79" 4 POST RACK WITH CAGE NUT RA

14

FE4019-42-02

FE4019-42-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET ACRYLIC

7

S6519BF

S6519BF

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 45 RU X 1070MMD, S-TYPE

0

HFMD20105

HFMD20105

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR FLANGE DISC ENCL

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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