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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
C2F194223BK1

C2F194223BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 23.6X23X49.3 BLK

0
SR2POST13

SR2POST13

Tripp Lite

2-POST OPEN FRAME RACK

77
HFMD1686

HFMD1686

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR FLANGE DISC ENCL

0
RCBS1900324BK1

RCBS1900324BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 24.5X21X5.5 BLK

6
N8519B

N8519B

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 45 RU X 1070MMD N TYPE,

5
HMET18128

HMET18128

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR DBL DOOR ENCL

0
FE7419-45-02

FE7419-45-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET VENT ME

3
2UD727412FTC

2UD727412FTC

Hammond Manufacturing

ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE

0
HN4FS722518

HN4FS722518

Hammond Manufacturing

N4 3-PT FREESTANDING ENCL

0
S6812WF

S6812WF

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 48 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0
S7819BU

S7819BU

Panduit Corporation

700MM 1070MMD S-TYPE UNIV

0
C2F244936BK1

C2F244936BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
HN4FM727224SS

HN4FM727224SS

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT DBL DOOR FLOORMOUNT

0
PZICEA

PZICEA

Panduit Corporation

ZONE CABLING ACTIVE IN-CEILING E

219
SRW12USG

SRW12USG

Tripp Lite

12U WALL MNT RACK ENC 25X24X22

3505
F1RMSP8RU12X

F1RMSP8RU12X

Fiber Instrument Sales

RACK CABINET ALUM 14X17X14 BLK

5
S7222WU

S7222WU

Panduit Corporation

700MM 1200MMD S-TYPE UNIV

0
SR45UB

SR45UB

Tripp Lite

45U RACK ENCL SERVER CABINET

41
S8529BF

S8529BF

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 45 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0
C2F244231LG1

C2F244231LG1

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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