New open-frame four-post network racks offer customisable depths

ShowMeCables offers a new line of open-frame four-post network racks. They hold standard 19"-wide IT equipment and provide adjustable interior and exterior depths that hold large servers or compress to conserve floor space if needed. They are ideal for use in data centres, server rooms, telecom, audio-visual studios, broadcasting and more.

The new network racks have capacity options of 12U, 18U, 25U, or 45U. All have adjustable interior rack depths from 22" to 40" for solid four-post support of various components. The exterior depths can also adjust from as shallow as 22.5" to either 38.4" or 40.7", depending on the model.

The new racks have an open-frame design to promote airflow from all sides, eliminating heat buildup and allowing unimpeded access to equipment and cables. Most of the models also include caster wheels to make access even easier and allow quick relocation of components. Wheels can be added to the floor-mount racks that don't include them.

ShowMeCables' new open-frame four-post network racks can hold an impressive 1,322 pounds of gear. They are made of heavy-duty cold-rolled steel with a black powder-coat finish. They satisfy quality standards such as CE, DIN 41494, EIA/ECA-310-E, and IEC-60297-3-100.

Cable management is easy with this line of network racks. They include a set of cable hooks that attach to the four posts to gather neatly and route cables away from the rack. There are also numerous attachment points on all sides of the rack for other cable management devices.

The racks have two mounting options: either threaded 12-24 mounting holes or square holes with M6 cage nuts, screws and plastic washers. Both options come complete with 20 sets of mounting hardware.

"These racks are great for networking, AV and many other uses," said product line manager Tim Houghton. "They offer certified tough construction, ample airflow and customizable depths that can compress to take up less space."