Eaton B-Line series open frame racks, Steel, Telco gray powder coat finish, 12-24 panel mounting holes, 45 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:
- 84 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 84 in
- Product Weight:
- 117.22 lb
- Product Width:
- 23 in
- Special Features:
- 45 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
B-LINE SB5878084TG – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will the B-Line SB5878084TG rack meet a seismic Zone 4 requirement for a telecom room?
The SB5878084TG is built as a Seismic Zone 4 network bay closed duct rack, so it is the version specified where Zone 4 anchorage is called out. The frame is 11 gauge steel to ASTM A1011SS and the assembly is UL Listed. Anchorage to the slab still has to follow the structural drawings for the room.
2) How much rack-mount equipment space does the SB5878084TG give me?
45 mounting spaces on an 84 inch tall frame. That is usable RU height for switches, patch panels and fiber enclosures in a network bay. If you are planning a full bay of 1U gear, count on 45 positions total before you subtract space for cable management and power strips.
3) What screw size do the mounting rails take on this Eaton B-Line network bay rack?
The rails are punched with 12-24 panel mounting holes, which is the standard thread for telco and network gear. Order 12-24 rack screws and cage-free hardware; 10-32 screws will not thread correctly.
4) Is the SB5878084TG an open frame rack or an enclosed cabinet?
It is an open frame rack with a top channel style, not a four-sided enclosure. Open frame means free air movement and open access on all sides for cable dressing, but no doors, no locking, and no filtered airflow. If the room requires physical security at the rack or dust control, an enclosed cabinet is the right choice instead.
5) What footprint do I need to lay out for the SB5878084TG on the floor plan?
Plan for a frame measuring 23 inches wide, 84 inches deep as listed, and 84 inches tall. Confirm the depth figure against your aisle layout before committing floor space, and allow front and rear working clearance per the room's electrical code requirements.
6) How heavy is this rack for handling and shipping into a data closet?
117.22 lb for the frame itself. That is a two-person carry up a stairwell or into a tight MDF room, and it is the number to use when you are checking floor loading before equipment goes in.
7) What is the closed duct part of this network bay rack for?
The closed duct design integrates vertical cable duct into the bay uprights, so copper and fiber runs are routed inside a contained channel rather than tie-wrapped to an open upright. That is what distinguishes it from a plain two-post relay rack, and it is why it is sold as a network bay rather than a general equipment rack.
8) What is the finish on the SB5878084TG, and will it match existing telco racks in the room?
Telco gray powder coat over steel, which is the standard color used across telecom bays, so it lines up visually with existing telco-gray racks and ladder rack in the same room. Powder coat over 11 gauge steel holds up to repeated equipment changes without chipping like wet paint.
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Does the B-LINE SB5878084TG come with a warranty?
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