Eaton B-Line series open frame racks, Steel, Yellow zinc, 12-24 panel mounting holes, 73 mounting spaces, Top channel style, Seismic Zone 4, network bay closed duct rack, 11 gauge, ASTM A1011SS
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Material Details:
- 11 gauge, ASTM A1011SS
- Mounting Rails:
- 12-24 panel mounting holes
- Product Height:
- 96 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 96 in
- Product Weight:
- 124 lb
- Product Width:
- 23 in
- Special Features:
- 73 mounting spaces
- Surface Finish:
- Yellow zinc
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Racks & Frames
- Product Subgroup:
- Racks
- Product Type:
- Seismic Zone 4, network bay closed duct rack
- Product Details:
- Seismic Zone 4, network bay closed duct rack
- Product Style:
- Top channel
- Product Material:
- Steel
B-LINE SB5778096YZ – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will a B-Line SB5778096YZ rack take standard 19-inch rack-mount switches and patch panels?
The SB5778096YZ is drilled with 12-24 panel mounting holes and gives 73 mounting spaces, which is the standard tapped-rail arrangement for 19-inch EIA rack-mount equipment. Screws go straight into the 12-24 threads, so no cage nuts are needed. Overall frame width is 23 inches.
2) Is this B-Line rack rated for a seismic zone 4 installation?
Yes. The SB5778096YZ is built as a Seismic Zone 4 network bay closed duct rack, in 11 gauge steel to ASTM A1011SS. It is also UL Listed. Seismic rating depends on the rack being anchored per the installation requirements, so the floor anchorage and any top bracing have to be installed for the rating to hold.
3) What is a closed duct network bay rack, and do I need one instead of a plain open relay rack?
A closed duct network bay rack carries an enclosed vertical cable duct as part of the frame, so patch cords run inside a channel rather than loose on the outside of the uprights. That is what you want for high density copper patching where cord management and bend radius get audited. If you are just hanging a few switches and a UPS, a plain open two-post relay rack does the job for less frame. The SB5778096YZ is the closed duct network bay version with a top channel style top.
4) How much does the B-Line SB5778096YZ weigh and what does that mean for getting it into a telecom room?
124 pounds for the frame alone. That is a two-person carry at minimum and realistically a dolly job, because the frame is 96 inches long before it is stood up. Measure your door swing and elevator diagonal for a 96-inch length and 23-inch width before delivery day.
5) Is the SB5778096YZ UL Listed for a spec that requires listed equipment racks?
Yes, it carries a UL Listed marking, which is what most institutional and government specs look for on an equipment rack submittal. The material call-out for the submittal is 11 gauge steel to ASTM A1011SS.
6) What is the exact part number to put on a purchase order for this B-Line seismic rack?
Order it as Eaton B-Line SB5778096YZ. That single number covers the 96-inch, 73-space, 12-24 tapped, yellow zinc Seismic Zone 4 closed duct network bay rack, so there are no finish or height suffixes to add.
7) What does the yellow zinc finish on this B-Line rack mean for where I can install it?
Yellow zinc is a plated finish over the 11 gauge steel, suited to dry, conditioned interior spaces such as telecom rooms, MDF/IDF closets and data halls. It is not a coating specified for outdoor or wash-down environments. If you need a painted black rack to match an existing row aesthetically, this one will read gold/yellow next to it.
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Does the B-LINE SB5778096YZ come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE SB5778096YZ is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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