Eaton B-Line series open frame racks, Self squaring with tapped assembly holes, Steel, Brushed aluminum, 12-24 panel mounting holes, 43 mounting spaces, Top angle style, Seismic Zone 4, closed duct unequal flange rack, ASTM A1011SS
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Cover Door Type:
- Double sided
- Material Details:
- ASTM A1011SS
- Mounting Rails:
- 12-24 panel mounting holes
- Product Height:
- 72 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 72 in
- Product Weight:
- 30 lb
- Product Width:
- 19 in
- Special Features:
- 43 mounting spaces
- Surface Finish:
- Brushed aluminum
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Racks & Frames
- Product Subgroup:
- Racks
- Product Type:
- Seismic Zone 4, closed duct unequal flange rack
- Product Details:
- Seismic Zone 4, closed duct unequal flange rack
- Product Style:
- Top angle
- Product Material:
- Steel
B-LINE SB556072XUAL – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Is this B-Line rack rated for a seismic zone 4 installation?
The SB556072XUAL is built as a Seismic Zone 4 closed duct unequal flange rack, so it is the version specified for the highest seismic design category rooms. It is also UL Listed. The frame is steel to ASTM A1011SS.
2) How much gear will a 43 space B-Line open rack actually hold?
43 mounting spaces means 43 rack units of usable panel height on a frame that stands 72 inches tall. That is enough for a full switch and patch panel stack in a telecom room, with the open frame leaving both sides of the equipment clear for airflow and cable dressing.
3) Do I need a squaring jig or a level frame to assemble this open rack?
No jig needed. The Eaton B-Line open frame rack is self squaring with tapped assembly holes, so the uprights and base pull square as you torque the assembly bolts. One installer can stand it up and bolt it down without checking diagonals repeatedly.
4) What does the closed duct unequal flange design on this rack give me for cable management?
The unequal flange upright creates a closed vertical duct along the rack channel, so cable runs stay inside the frame rather than draped over the outside. It is set up double sided, meaning you can dress cable on both faces of the rack. The top is an angle style top for overhead ladder or runway attachment.
5) How much floor space and clearance do I need to plan for this 72 inch B-Line rack?
Plan for a footprint based on 19 inches wide and 72 inches of length/depth on the spec, with the frame standing 72 inches tall. The frame itself weighs 30 lb, so the anchor design is driven by the equipment load and the seismic requirement rather than the rack weight.
6) Should I use an open frame rack like this or an enclosed cabinet?
An open frame like the SB556072XUAL suits a secured telecom or IDF room where you want unrestricted access to both sides of the equipment, easy cable dressing through the closed duct uprights, and passive airflow with no fans. Go to an enclosed cabinet instead when the room is shared or public and the gear needs to be locked up, or when you need dust and contaminant control.
7) Do I need cage nuts or clip nuts to mount equipment in this rack?
No. The mounting rails are supplied with 12-24 panel mounting holes already tapped, so equipment fastens with 12-24 rack screws straight into the rail. Square hole cage nut hardware does not apply here.
8) What finish does the B-Line SB556072XUAL rack come in, and will it match existing racks in my telecom room?
Brushed aluminum finish over a steel frame. If the other frames in the room are B-Line brushed aluminum, this lines up with them; if your existing lineup is black, the finish will not match.
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Does the B-LINE SB556072XUAL come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE SB556072XUAL is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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