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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
RCHV1901017BK1

RCHV1901017BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21X12.5 BLK

10
C2RR197031BK1

C2RR197031BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 31.5X23X77.3 BLK

0
S8222B

S8222B

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 42 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0
FR1907-45-02L

FR1907-45-02L

Quest Manufacturing

2-POST LTE STEEL RACK 45 UNIT

10
C4RR307742SBK1

C4RR307742SBK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ASSEMBLED

0
C3RMC202010

C3RMC202010

Hammond Manufacturing

3R METERING CABINET 20X20X10

0
HN4WM364212SS

HN4WM364212SS

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE 2 DOOR WALLMOUNT

0
S7229BDHSP

S7229BDHSP

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 42 RU X1219MMD S-TYPE D

0
S6222BF

S6222BF

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 42 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0
SRW18US13

SRW18US13

Tripp Lite

18UWALL MNT RACK ENC 36X24X13

4117
RCHS1901731BK1

RCHS1901731BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 31.5X21X19.5 BLK

2
HME1485

HME1485

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0
HMET20168

HMET20168

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR DBL DOOR ENCL

0
SR42BMDEXPNDNR3

SR42BMDEXPNDNR3

Tripp Lite

42U 4-POST OPEN FRAME RACK CABIN

4
R4P3696WH

R4P3696WH

Panduit Corporation

36" DEEP 4 POST RACK WHITE 8'

0
C2F246331BK1

C2F246331BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
S8829BF

S8829BF

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0
XDR8419-312N

XDR8419-312N

Belden

RELAY RACK 84"X 19" MTG 3"CHAN

0
C2F244923LG1

C2F244923LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
S6812BF

S6812BF

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 48 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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