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Eaton B-Line series open frame racks
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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:
- 108 IN
- Product Weight:
- 126 LB
- Product Width:
- 19 IN
- Special Features:
- 37 mounting spaces
- Surface Finishing:
- Telco gray powder coat
- 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 angle style
- Product Material:
- Steel
B-LINE SB5462108TG – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Is the B-Line SB5462108TG rated for seismic zone 4 installations?
Yes. The SB5462108TG is a seismic zone 4 network bay open duct rack, built from 11 gauge steel and UL Listed. That is the rating class data centers and telco rooms in high seismic areas specify. It still has to be anchored to the floor per the structural detail on your drawings, but the rack itself is the zone 4 version.
2) Is this an open frame rack or an enclosed cabinet?
Open frame. The SB5462108TG is a two-post style open duct network bay, not an enclosure, so there are no side panels, doors, or locks. Open frame is what you want for patch panels and switch stacks where you need all-around access and convection airflow. If the equipment has to be secured or dust-protected, order a locking enclosure instead.
3) What does the top angle style on this Eaton B-Line rack mean for cable runway?
Top angle style means the rack head is formed with an angle at the top, which is what you land ladder rack or cable runway on with the appropriate mounting plate. It is the standard telco network bay configuration for overhead cable support. Runway, waterfall, and vertical managers are separate items, not part of the rack.
4) How much does this rack weigh for freight and floor loading?
126 pounds for the bare frame. That is a two-person lift and it ships as an oversized item because of the 108 inch length. Add the weight of your switches, panels, and any PDUs when you check the floor loading, and remember seismic anchorage hardware is specified separately.
5) Is 11 gauge steel heavy enough for a fully loaded switch bay?
11 gauge steel is the heavy-duty construction tier for open frame telecom racks, which is why this one carries the seismic zone 4 designation rather than a lighter commercial rating. Thinner 14 or 16 gauge frames are aimed at light patch panel duty. For dense switch stacks in a seismic region, 11 gauge is the specification to hold.
6) Do I need anything besides the rack to mount 19 inch equipment?
The rails are pre-punched with 12-24 panel mounting holes across 37 spaces, so standard 19 inch EIA equipment bolts straight on, but 12-24 rack screws, cage nuts where needed, floor anchors, grounding kit, and cable management are all ordered separately. Nothing in that list is included with the frame.
7) What finish does the SB5462108TG come in, and will it match existing B-Line bays?
Telco gray powder coat over steel, which is the standard B-Line telecom finish, so it lines up visually with existing Eaton B-Line gray bays in the same room. Only the one model, SB5462108TG, is offered, so there is no finish choice to specify on the order.
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Does the B-LINE SB5462108TG come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE SB5462108TG is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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