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Eaton B-Line series open frame racks
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Cover Door Type:
- Universal spacing
- Mounting Rails:
- 12-24 panel mounting holes
- Product Height:
- 90 IN
- Product Length Depth:
- 90 IN
- Product Weight:
- 81.71 LB
- Product Width:
- 23 IN
- Surface Finishing:
- Telco gray powder coat
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Racks & Frames
- Product Subgroup:
- Racks
- Product Type:
- Seismic Zone 4, network bay open duct rack
- Product Details:
- Seismic Zone 4, network bay open duct rack
- Product Style:
- Top channel style
- Product Material:
- Steel
- Product Length:
- 90 in
- Special Features:
- 48 mounting spaces
B-LINE SB5856090UTG – Frequently Asked Questions
1) How many rack units does the B-Line SB5856090UTG open frame rack give me?
The SB5856090UTG open frame rack provides 48 mounting spaces over its 90 inch height. At 48 spaces you can plan a full bay of switches and patch panels in one frame, and the rails use 12-24 tapped panel mounting holes, so standard 12-24 rack screws work without cage nuts.
2) Is this B-Line network rack rated for a Seismic Zone 4 installation?
Yes. The SB5856090UTG is a Seismic Zone 4 network bay open duct rack, which is what data center and telecom specs in high seismic areas call for. It is also UL Listed. Seismic performance depends on anchoring it to the slab per the engineer's detail, so the floor anchors are part of the install scope.
3) Will 19 inch equipment with different mounting hole patterns fit this rack?
The rails are universal spacing with 12-24 tapped panel mounting holes, so the hole pattern accommodates standard rack-mount equipment without adapters. Bring 12-24 screws; equipment shipped with 10-32 or M6 hardware will not thread into these rails.
4) What floor footprint and aisle space do I need for a 23 inch wide open rack?
Plan for a frame that is 23 inches wide and 90 inches tall, with a 90 inch length/depth dimension in the spec data. The frame itself weighs 81.71 lb bare, so one or two people can stand it up before loading equipment. Because it is an open frame rather than an enclosure, you still need service clearance on both faces for cabling.
5) Should I use an open frame rack or an enclosed cabinet for network gear?
An open frame like this B-Line duct rack is the right choice when the gear is patch panels, switches and cross-connect in a controlled, secured room: cabling access is unrestricted on all sides and airflow is unobstructed. Choose an enclosed cabinet instead when you need physical security for the equipment, dust control, or door-mounted airflow management. This one is a top channel style frame, so overhead cable runway and ladder rack tie in at the top channel.
6) Does this Eaton B-Line rack come with cable management or floor anchors?
What you get is the open frame itself: steel rack with 48 mounting spaces, 12-24 rails and top channel. Vertical cable managers, overhead runway, grounding bar and concrete anchors are separate line items, so add them to the order if the job needs them.
7) What finish does the B-Line SB5856090UTG rack come in, and will it match existing telco bays?
Telco gray powder coat over steel, which is the standard finish on telecom and central office bays, so it matches typical existing gray frame lineups. The UTG suffix on the model number is the telco gray callout.
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Does the B-LINE SB5856090UTG come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE SB5856090UTG is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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