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Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
HFMDT20168

HFMDT20168

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR DBL DOOR FLANGE DISC

0
S8522W

S8522W

Panduit Corporation

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

0
HN4FM606012

HN4FM606012

Hammond Manufacturing

N4 3-PT DBL DOOR FLOORMOUNT

0
HME1486

HME1486

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0
WM-5606

WM-5606

Bud Industries, Inc.

CABINET WALL MOUNT 51.34" X 12"

1
REFK1904231BK1

REFK1904231BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 31.5X21.3X47.2 BLK

1
WM2019-16-02

WM2019-16-02

Quest Manufacturing

WALL ENCLOSURE FRONT/SIDE ACCESS

14
SR45UBWDSP1

SR45UBWDSP1

Tripp Lite

45U RACK ENCL SERVER CABINET

1
WM-5614

WM-5614

Bud Industries, Inc.

CABINET WALL MOUNT 37.25X17.9"

1
1915-3-300-16

1915-3-300-16

Kendall Howard

16U V-LINE FIXED WALL RACK

4
C2F244923BK1

C2F244923BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0
S8219W

S8219W

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 42 RU X 1070MMD S-TYPE,

0
SR42UBWDVRT

SR42UBWDVRT

Tripp Lite

42U RACK ENCL SERVER CABINET

9
C2F197831BK1

C2F197831BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 31.5X23X86.1 BLK

0
CMCQ484812

CMCQ484812

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 14X48X48 GRY

0
N8222BE

N8222BE

Panduit Corporation

800MMW X 42 RU X 1219MMD N TYPE,

2
S7829W

S7829W

Panduit Corporation

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

0
WM3019-24-02D

WM3019-24-02D

Quest Manufacturing

WALL ENCLOSURE FRONT/REAR ACCESS

10
S7212WU

S7212WU

Panduit Corporation

700MM 1070MMD S-TYPE UNIV

0
S6512BF

S6512BF

Panduit Corporation

600MMW X 45 RU X 1070MMD, S-TYPE

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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