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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
E6212B1FP

E6212B1FP

Panduit Corporation

ENTERPRISE 12 RU CABINET 600MM W

1
HMET16126

HMET16126

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR DBL DOOR ENCL

0
SR1921-18-02

SR1921-18-02

Quest Manufacturing

SWING-OUT WALL RACK 18 UNIT 3'

25
HN4WM426012S16

HN4WM426012S16

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE 2 DOOR WALLMOUNT

0
S8819W

S8819W

Panduit Corporation

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

0
HME1668

HME1668

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0
N8829BU

N8829BU

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD N TYPE,

0
S7529W

S7529W

Panduit Corporation

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

0
WM2019-09-02

WM2019-09-02

Quest Manufacturing

WALL ENCLOSURE FRONT/SIDE ACCESS

29
S8229B

S8229B

Panduit Corporation

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

0
S7819WU

S7819WU

Panduit Corporation

700MM 1070MMD S-TYPE UNIV

0
HME2066

HME2066

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0
HME1488

HME1488

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0
SR48UBEXPND

SR48UBEXPND

Tripp Lite

48U 4-POST OPEN FRAME RACK

3
S8512WF

S8512WF

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 45 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0
S8229WU

S8229WU

Panduit Corporation

800MM 1200MMD S-TYPE UNIV

0
IPC1878

IPC1878

Hammond Manufacturing

CABINET STEEL 31.5X28X77.3

0
FE7019-45-02

FE7019-45-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET VENT ME

4
N8512BE

N8512BE

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 45 RU X 1070MMD N TYPE,

0
WM3019-14-02

WM3019-14-02

Quest Manufacturing

WALL ENCLOSURE FRONT/REAR ACCESS

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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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