Racks

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
REFK1906324BK1

REFK1906324BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 24.5X21.3X68.2 BLK

0

S8529WU

S8529WU

Panduit Corporation

800MM 1200MMD S-TYPE UNIV

0

S8822WF

S8822WF

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X1219MMD S-TYPE,

0

DNRR77HDKB

DNRR77HDKB

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 15X20.6X83.1 BLK

0

C2RR247031DBK1

C2RR247031DBK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ASSEMBLED

0

CMCQ303010

CMCQ303010

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 10X30X30 GRY

0

HWM2432U26BK

HWM2432U26BK

Hammond Manufacturing

32U 26IN SWING OUT WALL MOUNT

0

F1FM1RU3X

F1FM1RU3X

Fiber Instrument Sales

1RU FLUSH MOUNT FRAME, 3 PLATES,

8

N8229WU

N8229WU

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 42 RU X 1219MMD N TYPE,

0

S7512BF

S7512BF

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 45 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0

S8222W

S8222W

Panduit Corporation

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

0

C-1557

C-1557

Bud Industries, Inc.

CABINET SLOPING PANEL PRESTIGE

4

S8522WF

S8522WF

Panduit Corporation

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

0

FE4119-45-02

FE4119-45-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET ACRYLIC

7

30008

30008

Wickmann / Littelfuse

RACK FRAME FOR 00940503ZXPG OR D

0

FE4019-34-02

FE4019-34-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET ACRYLIC

7

C2F196323BK1

C2F196323BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 23.6X23X70.3 BLK

0

FE7419-34-02

FE7419-34-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET VENT ME

2

SR45UBEXPNDNR3

SR45UBEXPNDNR3

Tripp Lite

45U 4-POST OPEN FRAME RACK CABIN

0

WM-5611

WM-5611

Bud Industries, Inc.

CABINET WALL MOUNT 25" X 17.9"

7

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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