Racks

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
N8219B

N8219B

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 42 RU X 1070MMD N TYPE,

0

SRWF4U

SRWF4U

Tripp Lite

4UWALL MNT RACK ENC 29X26X8

10200

S6529BF

S6529BF

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 45 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0

SR48UBWDSP1

SR48UBWDSP1

Tripp Lite

48U RACK ENCL SERVER CABINET

0

C2F247031BK1

C2F247031BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0

FE7019-34-02

FE7019-34-02

Quest Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE SERVER CABINET VENT ME

2

N8822BC

N8822BC

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD N TYPE,

0

RCHV1901731BK1

RCHV1901731BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 31.5X21X19.5 BLK

11

1564A2BK1

1564A2BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

CONSOLE STEEL 24.5X22.6X49 BLK

0

REFK1904217BK1

REFK1904217BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21.3X47.2 BLK

2

HN4WM424212S16

HN4WM424212S16

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE 2 DOOR WALLMOUNT

0

RCHV1901724BK1

RCHV1901724BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 24.5X21X19.5 BLK

5

S7229BU

S7229BU

Panduit Corporation

700MM 1200MMD S-TYPE UNIV

1

HMET20105

HMET20105

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR DBL DOOR ENCL

0

S8519BF

S8519BF

Panduit Corporation

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

0

S8519W

S8519W

Panduit Corporation

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

0

S8829B

S8829B

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 48 RU X 1219MMD S-TYPE,

0

C3RMC271310

C3RMC271310

Hammond Manufacturing

3R METERING CABINET 27X13X10

0

SR1935-20-02D

SR1935-20-02D

Quest Manufacturing

SWING-OUT WALL RACK 20 UNIT 3'

5

RCHS1901024BK1

RCHS1901024BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 24.5X21X12.5 BLK

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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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