Eaton B-Line series open frame racks, Steel, Telco gray powder coat, 12-24 panel mounting holes, 48 mounting spaces, Top channel style, Seismic Zone 4, network bay open duct rack, ASTM A1011SS
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Material Details:
- ASTM A1011SS
- Mounting Rails:
- 12-24 panel mounting holes
- Product Height:
- 138 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 138 in
- Product Weight:
- 127.19 lb
- Product Width:
- 19 in
- Special Features:
- 48 mounting spaces
- Surface Finish:
- Telco gray powder coat
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Racks & Frames
- Product Subgroup:
- Racks
- Product Type:
- Seismic Zone 4, network bay open duct rack
- Product Details:
- Seismic Zone 4, network bay open duct rack
- Product Style:
- Top channel
- Product Material:
- Steel
B-LINE SB5872138TG – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will the B-Line SB5872138TG rack meet a Seismic Zone 4 requirement for a telecom room?
Yes. The SB5872138TG is built as a Seismic Zone 4 network bay open duct rack, so it is the version to specify where the drawing calls for Zone 4 anchorage rather than a standard non-seismic bay. It is also UL Listed. Anchoring hardware and the floor attachment detail are separate from the rack itself, so plan the base and any overhead bracing per your engineer's detail.
2) How many rack units of equipment will the SB5872138TG hold?
The rack gives 48 mounting spaces, which is 48 rack units of panel space on the rails. That is more than a typical 45U data center cabinet, so measure ceiling height and cable tray clearance before committing: overall height is 138 inches.
3) What hole pattern are the rails on this Eaton B-Line open frame rack, and do I need cage nuts?
The rails are tapped with 12-24 panel mounting holes, so equipment and panels bolt directly with 12-24 screws. No cage nuts or square-hole clip nuts are needed, unlike a universal square-hole rack. If your switches and patch panels shipped with M6 or 10-32 hardware, order 12-24 screws to match.
4) Is this a standard 19 inch rack?
Yes, the SB5872138TG is a 19 inch wide rack, which is the standard EIA equipment width, so ordinary 19 inch patch panels, switches, and shelves land on the rails.
5) What does the top channel style on this rack do for cable management?
It is a top channel design and a network bay open duct rack, meaning the frame carries an integrated duct routing path and the head of the rack is set up to tie into overhead cable runway rather than relying on side panels. Open frame construction also leaves both sides fully accessible for lacing and vertical dressing, which is why telecom rooms use this instead of an enclosed cabinet.
6) Do I need to order the exact model number for the Zone 4 version?
Order by Eaton B-Line model SB5872138TG. The Seismic Zone 4 rating, 48 mounting spaces, 12-24 tapped rails, and telco gray finish all belong to that specific part number; adjacent B-Line bays in the same series change height, hole pattern, or seismic rating, so a substituted number may not carry the Zone 4 qualification your submittal needs.
7) What is this rack made of and will the finish match my existing telco equipment?
Steel built to ASTM A1011SS, finished in telco gray powder coat. That gray is the standard finish across telecom bays and runway, so it lines up visually with existing gray racks and ladder rack in a carrier or MDF room.
8) How much does the SB5872138TG weigh, and can one person set it?
The rack weighs 127.19 lb on its own. At that weight and 138 inches tall, it is a two-person lift to stand up and anchor, and the shipping length means it will not go up a standard passenger elevator lying flat in most buildings. Plan the route into the room before delivery.
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