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C2F247836BK1

C2F247836BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
HN4FS723018SS

HN4FS723018SS

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT FREESTANDING ENCL

0
HN4WM24428SS

HN4WM24428SS

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE 2 DOOR WALLMOUNT

0
EN4DH362415WLG

EN4DH362415WLG

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE STEEL DUAL ACCESS

0
IPC1678

IPC1678

Hammond Manufacturing

CABINET STEEL 31.5X28X70.3

0
N8829B

N8829B

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD N TYPE,

1
2UD727412FFTC

2UD727412FFTC

Hammond Manufacturing

ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE

0
S7222B

S7222B

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 42 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

5
HME22106

HME22106

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0
S7529B

S7529B

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 45 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

5
SR42UWSP1

SR42UWSP1

Tripp Lite

42U RACK ENCL SERVER CABINET

0
SR1921-12-02

SR1921-12-02

Quest Manufacturing

SWING-OUT WALL RACK 12 UNIT 2'

0
HN4FM604818SS

HN4FM604818SS

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT DBL DOOR FLOORMOUNT

0
3750310

3750310

Wakefield-Vette

RC ENCLOSURE SOLID 3U/19"/300T R

3
FE4119-28-02

FE4119-28-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET ACRYLIC

1
SR48UBEXP

SR48UBEXP

Tripp Lite

48U RACK ENCL SERVER CABINET

3
3750210

3750210

Wakefield-Vette

RC ENCLOS. SOLID 3U/1/2 19"/300T

5
SRWO12US

SRWO12US

Tripp Lite

12UWALL MNT RACK ENC 31X20X20

0
EN4DH482424WLG

EN4DH482424WLG

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE STEEL DUAL ACCESS

0
RCBS1901013LG1

RCBS1901013LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 13X21X12.5 GRY

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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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