Eaton B-Line series open frame racks, Steel, Yellow zinc, 12-24 panel mounting holes, 39 mounting spaces, Top channel style, Seiemic zone 4, network bay open duct rack
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Mounting Rails:
- 12-24 panel mounting holes
- Product Height:
- 84 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 84 in
- Product Weight:
- 91 lb
- Product Width:
- 19 in
- Special Features:
- 39 mounting spaces
- Surface Finish:
- Yellow zinc
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Racks & Frames
- Product Subgroup:
- Racks
- Product Type:
- Seiemic zone 4, network bay open duct rack
- Product Details:
- Seiemic zone 4, network bay open duct rack
- Product Style:
- Top channel
- Product Material:
- Steel
B-LINE SB5573084UYZ – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will a standard 19 inch rack-mount switch or patch panel fit the Eaton B-Line SB5573084UYZ open rack?
Yes. The SB5573084UYZ is a 19 inch wide open frame rack, which is the standard EIA mounting width for network switches, patch panels and servers. The rails are punched with 12-24 panel mounting holes, so panels attach with 12-24 rack screws rather than cage nuts.
2) Is this B-Line rack rated for seismic installations?
It is built as a seismic zone 4 network bay open duct rack, which is the highest seismic classification under the older UBC zone system. It is also UL Listed. Anchoring to the slab per the structural drawing is what makes the seismic rating meaningful in the field.
3) How much gear can I mount in a 39 space open rack?
39 mounting spaces means 39 rack units of usable panel height on an 84 inch tall frame. That is enough for a typical network bay build: several 48-port patch panels, horizontal managers between them, and switches, without splitting across two frames.
4) Should I use an open frame rack like this or an enclosed cabinet?
An open frame rack like the SB5573084UYZ gives you access from all four sides and the easiest cable dressing, which is why it is the usual choice for patch fields and network bays in a secured telecom room. Go to an enclosed cabinet instead when you need physical security, dust control, or door-mounted airflow, since an open rack offers none of those.
5) Do I need cage nuts for this rack?
No. The rails are tapped 12-24, so equipment mounts with 12-24 rack screws directly. Cage nuts are only used on square-hole rails, which this rack does not have.
6) Is a yellow zinc finish OK for a telecom room, or should I be looking at a painted rack?
Yellow zinc over steel is a plated corrosion-resistant finish rather than a decorative one. It is normal for equipment rooms and back-of-house telecom spaces. If the rack lands in a visible or client-facing area where finish has to match black powder-coated cabinets, a painted rack is the better choice.
7) Do I need help to set this rack, or is it a one-man install?
The frame weighs 91 lb bare. Two people is realistic for uprighting and positioning an 84 inch frame, and it should be anchored before any equipment is loaded.
8) What is the top channel on this Eaton B-Line rack for?
Top channel style means the frame is capped with a channel across the top, which is the attachment point for ladder rack, runway, or overhead duct tying into the bay. It is what lets this rack function as part of a continuous overhead cable pathway rather than a standalone frame.
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Does the B-LINE SB5573084UYZ come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE SB5573084UYZ is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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