Racks

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
HME2086

HME2086

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR SINGLE DOOR ENCL

0

C4F247731BK1

C4F247731BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

44U 31IN C4 CABINET FRAME

0

HN4FS903620SS

HN4FS903620SS

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT FREESTANDING ENCL

0

HFMDT18164

HFMDT18164

Hammond Manufacturing

MODULAR DBL DOOR FLANGE DISC

0

RCHS1902824BK1

RCHS1902824BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 24.5X21X30 BLK

2

DNRR2384HDWB

DNRR2384HDWB

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 15X24.6X90 BLK

0

REFK1907724BK1

REFK1907724BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 24.5X21.3X82.2 BLK

1

C2F193523BK1

C2F193523BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 23.6X23X42.3 BLK

0

C4F307736BK1

C4F307736BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

44U 36IN C4 CABINET FRAME

0

REFK1907731BK1

REFK1907731BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 31.5X21.3X82.2 BLK

1

RMCS9038BK1

RMCS9038BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ALUM 8X8.5X3.5 BLK

5

RMCV190713BK1

RMCV190713BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ALUM 13X17X7 BLK

39

RMCV9058BK1

RMCV9058BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK ALUM 8X8.5X5.25 BLK

14

2UDCP604912FFTC

2UDCP604912FFTC

Hammond Manufacturing

ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE

0

HN4FM604810

HN4FM604810

Hammond Manufacturing

N4 3-PT DBL DOOR FLOORMOUNT

0

C2F246323BK1

C2F246323BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0

REFK1906317BK1

REFK1906317BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK STEEL 17.5X21.3X68.2 BLK

2

HN4FS723630SS

HN4FS723630SS

Hammond Manufacturing

N4X 3-PT FREESTANDING ENCL

0

C2F198536BK1

C2F198536BK1

Hammond Manufacturing

RACK FRAME

0

EN4DH362424WLG

EN4DH362424WLG

Hammond Manufacturing

ENCLOSURE STEEL DUAL ACCESS

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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