Racks

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
S7529BU

S7529BU

Panduit Corporation

700MM 1200MMD S-TYPE UNIV

1

S8522BU

S8522BU

Panduit Corporation

800MM 1200MMD S-TYPE UNIV

0

RCHV1902831BK1

RCHV1902831BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 31.5X21X30 BLK

11

C2F195623BK1

C2F195623BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 23.6X23X63.3 BLK

0

C4F307731BK1

C4F307731BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

44U 31IN C4 CABINET FRAME

0

C2F245631BK1

C2F245631BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0

HN4FM606012SS

HN4FM606012SS

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT DBL DOOR FLOORMOUNT

0

R2PS

R2PS

Panduit Corporation

STEEL STANDARD RACK 84 H 2134MM

113

SR42UBDP

SR42UBDP

Tripp Lite

42U RACK ENCLOSURE SERVER CAB

12

C4F244242BK1

C4F244242BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

24U 42IN C4 CABINET FRAME

0

RCBS1901417BK1

RCBS1901417BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21X16 BLK

9

SR45UBMDEXPND

SR45UBMDEXPND

Tripp Lite

45U 4-POST OPEN FRAME CABINET

0

S8219BF

S8219BF

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 42 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE

0

SR42UBMD

SR42UBMD

Tripp Lite

42U RACK ENCLOSURE 36" DEPTH

47

R2P6S96

R2P6S96

Panduit Corporation

EIA STEEL RACK 19" 8"D CHANNEL

81

C3RMC363612

C3RMC363612

Hammond Manufacturing

3R METERING CABINET 36X36X12

0

RMCS190713BK1

RMCS190713BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ALUM 13X17X7 BLK

22

C2F195623LG1

C2F195623LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0

S6229BF

S6229BF

Panduit Corporation

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

0

N8521BC

N8521BC

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 45 RU X 1219MMD N 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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