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WM2019-11-02

WM2019-11-02

Quest Manufacturing

WALL ENCLOSURE FRONT/SIDE ACCESS

0
C2F245631LG1

C2F245631LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
C4F307742BK1

C4F307742BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

44U 42IN C4 CABINET FRAME

0
S7229B

S7229B

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 42 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

1
DNRR84HDKB

DNRR84HDKB

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 15X20.6X90.1 BLK

0
SR45UBDPWD

SR45UBDPWD

Tripp Lite

45U RACK ENCL SERVER CABINET

10
FE4119-20-02

FE4119-20-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET ACRYLIC

34
IABDIN4

IABDIN4

Panduit Corporation

THE PANDUIT INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATIO

111
ARR-1272-BT

ARR-1272-BT

Bud Industries, Inc.

RACK ALUMINUM RELAY 77" X 19"

1
F1RMSP4RU4X

F1RMSP4RU4X

Fiber Instrument Sales

RACK CABINET ALUM 14X17X7.125

20
SR2POST

SR2POST

Tripp Lite

45U 2-POST OPEN FRAME RACK

213
ARR-1294-NF

ARR-1294-NF

Bud Industries, Inc.

RACK ALUMINUM RELAY 77" X 23"

1
S7822WF

S7822WF

Panduit Corporation

700MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0
HMET16125

HMET16125

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR DBL DOOR ENCL

0
RCBS1901013BK1

RCBS1901013BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 13X21X12.5 BLK

2
F1-EW2X

F1-EW2X

Fiber Instrument Sales

RACK CAB ALUM 3.81X12.12X10.33

100
C2RR194231LG1

C2RR194231LG1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ASSEMBLED

0
SRW12UHD

SRW12UHD

Tripp Lite

12U WALL MNT RACK ENC 26X36X25

29
HFMD1884

HFMD1884

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR FLANGE DISC ENCL

0
S8519WU

S8519WU

Panduit Corporation

800MM 1070MMD S-TYPE UNIV

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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