Racks

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
S8229W

S8229W

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 45 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE

0

N8822BE

N8822BE

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD N TYPE,

0

SR42UBWDSP1

SR42UBWDSP1

Tripp Lite

42U RACK ENCL SERVER CABINET

0

S8812W

S8812W

Panduit Corporation

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

0

REFK1903517BK1

REFK1903517BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21.3X40.2 BLK

1

HME1884

HME1884

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0

RCHS1901017BK1

RCHS1901017BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21X12.5 BLK

8

S7219BF

S7219BF

Panduit Corporation

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

0

C2F248536LG1

C2F248536LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0

SR4POST52HD

SR4POST52HD

Tripp Lite

CABINET STEEL

16

SRW9UDPVRT

SRW9UDPVRT

Tripp Lite

SMARTRACK 9U LOW-PROFILE SWITCH-

3

S6822W

S6822W

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0

FE7419-28-02

FE7419-28-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET VENT ME

0

DNRR77HDW

DNRR77HDW

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 15X20.6X83.1 BLK

0

S7829WF

S7829WF

Panduit Corporation

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

0

SR42UBEXPND

SR42UBEXPND

Tripp Lite

42U OPEN FRAME RACK ENCLOSURE

44

S7519WU

S7519WU

Panduit Corporation

700MM 1070MMD S-TYPE UNIV

0

FR1904-28-02

FR1904-28-02

Quest Manufacturing

2-POST ALUMINIUM RACK 28 UNIT

23

S8522WU

S8522WU

Panduit Corporation

800MM 1200MMD S-TYPE UNIV

0

C2F244236BK1

C2F244236BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

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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