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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
SR42UBSD1032

SR42UBSD1032

Tripp Lite

42U RACK ENCLOSURE CABINET 32"

10
HN4FM727224

HN4FM727224

Hammond Manufacturing

N4 3-PT DBL DOOR FLOORMOUNT

0
F1RM2RU4X

F1RM2RU4X

Fiber Instrument Sales

RACK CABINET ALUM 14X17X3.5 BLK

30
HME1666

HME1666

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0
CMC363612

CMC363612

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 12X36X36 GRY

0
HN4WM24428S16

HN4WM24428S16

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE 2 DOOR WALLMOUNT

0
SRP-8147

SRP-8147

Bud Industries, Inc.

SERVER RACK METAL 83.95X36.06"

16
HN4WM304210S16

HN4WM304210S16

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE 2 DOOR WALLMOUNT

0
S7812WF

S7812WF

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 48 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0
HMET18188

HMET18188

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR DBL DOOR ENCL

0
WM3019-07-02

WM3019-07-02

Quest Manufacturing

WALL ENCLOSURE FRONT/REAR ACCESS

68
SRP-8137

SRP-8137

Bud Industries, Inc.

SERVER RACK METAL 83.95X28.19"

16
HN4WM484812S16

HN4WM484812S16

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE 2 DOOR WALLMOUNT

0
SRW12USDPG

SRW12USDPG

Tripp Lite

12UWALL MNT RACK ENC 25X24X26

24
T24PPR

T24PPR

HellermannTyton

12U WLL MNT SWING-OUT RK 18"

0
HN4WM304210SS

HN4WM304210SS

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE 2 DOOR WALLMOUNT

0
RCBS1900713BK1

RCBS1900713BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 13X21X9 BLK

10
R4P23

R4P23

Panduit Corporation

23" DEEP 4 POST RACK

16
REFK1904917BK1

REFK1904917BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21.3X54.2 BLK

1
SR4POST

SR4POST

Tripp Lite

45U 4-POST OPEN FRAME CABINET

277

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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