Device Type: 42U Freestanding Server / Network Cabinet (19-inch Standard)
Part Number/SKU: Varies by Brand (e.g., DIGITUS DN-31128, Legrand Nexpand 446451, Excel Environ DCR800, Prism Pi Co-Location Cabinet, Unilink UFR-42U-8010-BL-MS)
Brand: Varies (DIGITUS, Legrand, Excel, Prism, Unilink, Roline, Lanberg, and others)
Rack Capacity: 42U
Standard: 19-inch EIA / DIN 41494 Compatible
Dimensions (W × D): 800 mm × 1000 mm
External Height: Typically 2031 mm – 2053 mm (varies by model; e.g., DIGITUS 2053mm, Legrand 2000mm, DIGITUS varioFLEX 2031mm)
Front Door: Lockable Mesh / Perforated Door
- Mesh Perforation: Typically 70% open area for high airflow and cooling efficiency
- Locking: Swiveling lever handle with 1-point locking mechanism, prepared for profile half-cylinder lock
- Door Opening Angle: 120° on front and rear doors
- Legrand Nexpand: 80% perforated front and double rear doors for advanced airflow management
Rear Door: Lockable Perforated / Mesh Steel Door
- Provides passive ventilation and easy cable access
- Split rear door on some models (e.g., DIGITUS Unique Series)
Side Panels: Removable & Lockable Steel Panels
- Lockable and removable for easy servicing
- Note: Some Legrand Nexpand models are supplied without side panels
Material & Construction:- Frame: Steel sheet material up to 1.5 mm thick for stability
- Structure: Robust steel construction with special plate curving technique
- Finish: Powder-coated; Grey (RAL 7035) or Black (RAL 9005)
- Legrand Nexpand: Demountable aluminium frame
Load Capacity (Static): 800 kg – 1500 kg (Varies significantly by brand and construction)
- 800 kg: DIGITUS Unique Series, Luggar HI42U-800x1000, Lanmaster TWT-CBB-42U-8X10-G1
- 1500 kg: Legrand Nexpand / Linkeo (demountable aluminium frame)
Protection Rating: IP20 (Standard for Indoor Use)
Ventilation:- Roof: Special roof construction with added lid containing air ventilation slots for better air circulation
- Fan-Ready: Roof is prepared for mounting an air ventilation unit (fan tray)
- High-Airflow: 70–80% perforated doors provide excellent passive cooling
Cable Management:- Base: Sliding cable entry panel with rubber sealing
- Rear: Two cable entries with brush strips above and below the door (models from 26U)
- 800mm Width Advantage: Additional cable entries with brushes left and right in the top and base chassis (800mm width models only)
- Vertical Cable Ducts: Mounted with shutters left and right of the 19" profile rails in the front (800mm width models only)
Mounting:- Profile Rails: 2 pairs (4 pieces) of 483mm (19") profile rails, galvanized with height unit marking (countable from both directions)
- Depth Adjustment: Variable in depth and connected with additional depth support bars
- Equipment Mounting Depth: Min.–Max. 688–943 mm
- Leveling Feet: 4 pieces pre-configured under the rack
Included Accessories (Typical):- Installation Set: 36 × screws, 36 × captive nuts, 36 × washers
- Adapter: For profile half-cylinder lock
- Grounding Cables: 4 × grounding cables (incl. nuts and washers)
- Leveling Feet: 4 pieces
Key Specs: 42U Freestanding Mesh Network Cabinet, 800×1000mm (W×D), 19-inch EIA/DIN 41494 Compatible, Lockable Mesh Front & Rear Doors (70–80% Perforation), Removable Lockable Side Panels, Steel Construction (up to 1.5mm), Static Load 800–1500 kg, IP20 Rating, High-Airflow Passive Cooling, Fan-Ready Roof, Brush Cable Entries (Top/Bottom/Rear), Vertical Cable Ducts (800mm Width Models), Adjustable 19-inch Rails (688–943mm Mounting Depth), Levelling Feet & Grounding Kit Included, Grey (RAL 7035) or Black (RAL 9005) Powder Coated Finish
Usage: Housing Servers, Network Switches, Patch Panels, Routers, and Telecom Equipment in Data Centers, Enterprise Server Rooms, and Office Comms Rooms. The mesh door design provides superior airflow (70–80% perforation) for high-density equipment, making it ideal for high-performance and continuous 24/7 operations. The 800mm width and 1000mm depth provide extra space for deeper server equipment, enhanced cable management, and efficient airflow management.