StarTech.com Black 25 U Steel Server Rack , with 4 Post Frame, 101.7 mm, 1213 mm Height 1213 mm

StarTech 4PO Series Server Rack, 25U Rack Unit, 60cm Overall Width - 4POSTRACK25U

This server rack provides a Compact open-frame solution for organising and securing equipment in technical environments. Designed for standard 25U installations, it supports rack-mounted hardware in industrial and lab settings while maintaining accessibility for cabling and airflow. The unit is finished in black and constructed to meet common European environmental and safety directives.

Features and Benefits:

• Steel frame offers robust structural support for mounted devices
  Four-post configuration enables stable heavy-equipment mounting
  Complies with CE and RoHS standards for regulatory alignment
  Weighs 33kg allowing easier handling during installation
  Overall width 60cm suits constrained cabinet spaces
  Height 1.2m provides a Compact vertical footprint

Applications

• Suitable for housing network switches and patch panels
  Ideal for test-bench setups in electronics workshops
  Used with automation controllers and PLC arrays
  Can be used for server staging in small data closets

What material ensures rigidity for mounting equipment?

The rack is manufactured from steel, which provides the stiffness needed for repeated installation and removal of 19in rack-mount components.

How does the frame type affect equipment compatibility?

A four-post frame supports a range of rack-mounted devices by offering front and rear mounting options and improved weight distribution for heavier modules.

Is the rack portable for use across multiple sites?

At a mass of 33kg it is manageable for relocation by technical teams using two or more installers and suitable for short-distance site moves.

What are the space characteristics relevant for installation planning?

The unit has a 60cm external width and a 1.2m overall height, allowing planners to assess clearances, door access and footprint requirements in rooms with limited space.

Which installations will benefit from its open-frame nature?

Environments requiring unobstructed airflow and straightforward cabling access, such as equipment labs and small network rooms, will find the open-frame design practical.