19" Rack-Mount Enclosures and Subracks for Electronics
19-inch rack enclosures and subracks are essential solutions for organizing, protecting, and mounting electronic hardware. They are designed to save space while shielding equipment from external factors like dust, moisture, or physical impacts. These enclosures are built to fit into 19" racks, cabinets, or chassis, ensuring secure and standardized installations.
Available Materials and Types of 19" Rack Enclosures
In this category, you'll find a wide variety of 19" rack enclosures made from different materials to meet various application needs. The enclosures can be made of:
- Plastic (ABS, Polycarbonate, etc.): Plastic enclosures are lightweight and corrosion-resistant, ideal for applications where weight is a concern, such as in telecommunications or small server setups.
- Metal (Steel, Aluminum, etc.): Metal enclosures provide robust protection and are perfect for industrial environments requiring enhanced durability. They also offer shielding from electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI), critical for sensitive electronic installations.
- Combination of Plastic and Metal: Some enclosures combine both materials, with a metal structure and plastic parts like front or rear panels, offering ease of customization and machining options.
19-Inch Rack Standards and Dimensions
19" rack enclosures adhere to industry standards such as DIN 41494, UNE-20539, IEC 297, and EIA 310-D. These standards define the standard rack width of 19 inches (48.26 cm). While other standardized widths exist, 19 inches remains the most widely used.
Rack enclosure height is measured in rack units, or U. One rack unit (1U) is 1.75 inches (4.445 cm) tall. Rack-mounted equipment comes in various heights, such as 1U, 2U, and more, depending on the project's needs, allowing for flexible space management within a rack or cabinet.
Closed Enclosures vs. Subracks
In this category, you'll find closed enclosures that fully protect equipment and open subracks, which offer easier access and improved ventilation for components. Subracks are ideal for applications requiring airflow, such as in data centers or industrial control systems.
Rack-Mount Accessories
Alongside 19" rack enclosures and subracks, we offer a wide range of accessories to enhance your installation, including trays, cooling fans, rails, specific mounting screws, and cable management systems, ensuring optimal organization and functionality.
Common Applications for 19" Rack Enclosures
19" rack enclosures and subracks are widely used across various sectors, such as:
- Telecommunications and Networking: Routers, switches, and small servers are mounted in 19" enclosures to save space and ensure proper cable organization.
- Data Centers: In data centers, 19" rack enclosures provide efficient mounting solutions for IT equipment, such as servers and storage systems, optimizing space and cooling management.
- Industrial Automation: In industrial settings, subracks are used to mount control and automation equipment, ensuring protection and easy organization of all components.
- Professional Audio and Video: Audio amplifiers, mixing systems, and video equipment are often mounted in 19" enclosures, ensuring easy setup and transport for studios and live events.
Benefits of Using 19" Rack Enclosures
There are several key advantages to using 19" rack enclosures for electronic installations:
- Space Efficiency: Thanks to their standardized design, 19" enclosures optimize space in cabinets and racks, allowing for multiple devices to be mounted vertically in a compact form.
- Equipment Protection: Closed enclosures offer full protection against impacts, dust, and external elements, ensuring long-lasting and reliable performance.
- Organized Access: Rack-mounted units make it easy to organize and access equipment, simplifying maintenance and future upgrades.
Conclusion
Selecting the right 19" rack enclosure for your electronic project is crucial for ensuring a safe, organized, and efficient installation. Whether you need a lightweight plastic case for networking or a robust metal enclosure for industrial use, Electronica Embajadores offers a wide selection of rack-mount solutions to meet your requirements.
Explore our range of 19" enclosures and subracks to find the perfect solution for your project, with options in various materials and heights to ensure an optimal and secure setup.
