Eaton B-Line series open frame racks, Steel, Telco gray powder coat, 12-24 panel mounting holes, 51 mounting spaces, Top channel style, Seismic Zone 4, network bay closed duct rack, Grade 33, ASTM A570
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Material Details:
- ASTM A570 grade 33 steel
- Mounting Rails:
- 12-24 panel mounting holes
- Product Height:
- 96 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 96 in
- Product Weight:
- 81.71 lb
- Product Width:
- 23 in
- Special Features:
- 51 mounting spaces
- Surface Finish:
- Telco gray powder coat
- 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
- Product Length:
- 96 in
B-LINE SB5858096TG – Frequently Asked Questions
1) How many rack units does the B-Line SB5858096TG open frame rack give me?
The SB5858096TG gives 51 mounting spaces on a 96 inch tall frame. That is the usable panel-mounting height you plan your switches, patch panels and rack-mount UPS against, so count your gear in RU before you order.
2) Does the SB5858096TG rack use 12-24 or 10-32 mounting holes?
The mounting rails are tapped 12-24. Most rack-mount network and telecom gear ships with 12-24 screws, but if your panels came with 10-32 hardware you will need 12-24 screws and cup washers instead.
3) Will this B-Line rack meet a Seismic Zone 4 spec on the drawing?
Yes, the SB5858096TG is built as a Seismic Zone 4 network bay closed duct rack. It is also UL Listed. Zone 4 racks must be anchored top and bottom per the engineer's detail, so plan for floor anchors and overhead bracing to the building structure.
4) What is the footprint of the SB5858096TG rack in a telecom room?
Plan for a 23 inch width and 96 inch height, with a stated length/depth of 96 inches. It weighs 81.71 lb bare, so one person can walk it in but two makes standing it up safer. Add your own clearance for front and rear access and cable duct.
5) Is an open frame rack the right choice, or should I use an enclosed cabinet?
An open frame like the SB5858096TG is for a secured telecom or IDF room: all four sides stay open for cable access and airflow, and it takes standard rack-mount panels on 12-24 rails. If the room is shared, public, or dusty, or you need locking doors and physical security, choose an enclosed cabinet instead. This frame offers no doors or side panels.
6) What grade of steel is the B-Line SB5858096TG rack made from?
It is ASTM A570 grade 33 steel, a structural-quality hot-rolled sheet steel. That is the material callout an engineer looks for when signing off a seismic-rated bay, and it is why the frame can be anchored and loaded as a structural element rather than just a shelf.
7) What does the top channel style on this network bay rack do for me?
The SB5858096TG is a top channel design, so the head of the frame carries a channel you tie overhead cable runway, ladder rack, or seismic bracing into. On a Zone 4 install that top connection is where the overhead bracing lands, so it matters as much as the floor anchors.
8) Do I get mounting screws and floor anchors with the SB5858096TG rack?
What is specified is the rack itself: a steel top channel frame with 12-24 tapped panel mounting holes and 51 mounting spaces. Panel screws, floor anchors, overhead bracing, grounding kit and cable management are separate items, so order them alongside if the room is being built out from scratch.
9) Will the Telco gray finish on this rack match the racks already in my equipment room?
The SB5858096TG is finished in Telco gray powder coat, the standard gray used across telecom and network bay racks, so it lines up visually with existing Eaton B-Line telco-gray bays. Powder coat over steel also holds up to handling during install better than a painted finish.
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Does the B-LINE SB5858096TG come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE SB5858096TG is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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