Eaton B-Line series open frame racks, Steel, Telco gray powder coat finish, 12-24 panel mounting holes, 49 mounting spaces, Telco style, Self-supporting relay rack, 11 gauge
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Material Details:
- 11 gauge
- Mounting Rails:
- 12-24 panel mounting holes
- Product Height:
- 108 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 48.6875 in
- Product Weight:
- 126 lb
- Product Width:
- 23 in
- Special Features:
- 49 mounting spaces
- Surface Finish:
- Telco gray powder coat
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Clamps & Supports
- Product Subgroup:
- Supports
- Product Type:
- Self-supporting relay rack
- Product Details:
- Self-supporting relay rack
- Product Style:
- Telco
- Product Material:
- Steel
- Product Length:
- 48.688 in
B-LINE SB508108TG – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Does the Eaton B-Line SB508108TG relay rack need to be bolted to a wall or ladder rack?
No. The SB508108TG is a self-supporting relay rack, so the frame stands on its own once anchored to the floor. At 108 inches tall and 126 pounds of 11 gauge steel, it does not depend on overhead ladder rack or wall bracing to stay upright, though most telecom installs still tie the top into cable runway for cable management.
2) What screws do I need for equipment mounted in the SB508108TG rack?
The rails are punched with 12-24 panel mounting holes, so you need 12-24 machine screws, not 10-32 and not cage nuts. If your existing gear in the room is on 10-32 hardware, buy 12-24 screws for anything going into this frame.
3) How much floor space do I need to lay out for this Telco style open frame rack?
Plan the footprint around 23 inches wide by 48-11/16 inches for the length/depth dimension on the SB508108TG. Telco style relay racks are open frame, so add working clearance front and rear for terminations, plus aisle space to your facility's requirements.
4) How many rack units does the Eaton B-Line SB508108TG hold?
The frame gives 49 mounting spaces of usable equipment height. That is enough for a full run of patch panels, splice trays, and switches on a single frame, which is why Telco relay racks get used for main distribution frames rather than several short cabinets.
5) Is an open relay rack like this or an enclosed cabinet better for a telecom room?
An open frame relay rack like the SB508108TG gives you access from all four sides and unrestricted airflow, which suits a secured telecom or MDF room with high cable density. An enclosed cabinet is the choice when the gear sits in a shared or public space and you need lockable doors, dust control, or side panels. If the room itself is already access controlled, the open frame is the faster install and the easier one to dress cable on.
6) Is this B-Line rack UL Listed for a commercial data or telecom install?
Yes, the SB508108TG carries a UL Listed certification, which is typically what an institutional or government spec calls for on floor mounted equipment racks. The frame is steel in a Telco gray powder coat finish.
7) Will this rack match the gray racks already in my telecom room?
The SB508108TG is finished in Telco gray powder coat, the standard color for relay racks in central office and MDF rooms, so it lines up visually with existing Telco frames. Matching the finish name is the reliable check, since gray shades vary between manufacturers.
8) Is 11 gauge steel heavy enough for loaded switches and patch panels?
The frame is 11 gauge steel, the heavier of the common relay rack gauges and what most telecom specs call for on a full-height loaded frame. Combined with the 126 pound frame weight, it is built for continuous equipment loading rather than light patch-only duty.
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Does the B-LINE SB508108TG come with a warranty?
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