Telecommunication cabinets and racks: what they are, types, applications

Telecommunication cabinet is also called a server rack. It represents a construction closed from the front and rear. Often the door with side panels include the presence of perforation, which provides improved ventilation of the contents. The front door is usually made of plexiglass and has a locking system.

Purpose and main features of telecommunication cabinets

At the design stage of telecommunication racks take into account the specifics of technical equipment to be stored in them. We are talking about modems, servers and telephone exchanges. It is expensive equipment which needs protection against theft. Telecommunication cabinets are good at this function. They make it possible to comfortably place and correctly connect the equipment. Availability of markings considerably simplifies subsequent servicing.

Telecommunication racks are resistant to adverse effects of external factors. They are endowed with a dust-proof housing, a stable temperature regime is maintained inside them.

Modifications installed inside heated buildings are not so strict requirements. Such cabinets are easy to use.

Weatherproof telecommunication cabinets

Numerous equipment is used for switching nodes at enterprises. It ensures the safety of equipment, prevents violations of its integrity. The greatest demand is weatherproof telecommunication cabinets. The main feature of these server racks is that they can be installed outdoors.

Equipment of such type allows you to provide telecommunications services at the highest level, provides security of communication channels. In many cases expensive equipment has to be installed outdoors and in unheated premises, where it needs additional protection.

Weatherproof telecommunication cabinets protect equipment from moisture, sunlight, dust and unauthorized theft. Optimal temperature conditions inside cabinets are maintained by ventilation. They can be actively or passively cooled.

Selection tips

Server racks are selected with the following parameters in mind:

• What characteristics of the equipment that will be placed in them.
• Take into account the height, depth and purpose of cabinets. 
• Installation of equipment must be accessible. 
• Also of importance is the area of the room where the cabinet will be used. Its dimensions should be consistent with the size of the room, it is important that there is free space for movement. 

The height and depth of the telecommunications cabinet determines the amount of equipment that can be placed in it. If there are many components, it is worth choosing a large floor model. Do not try to replace it with several compact ones - the integrity of the system must not be compromised.

The depth of telecommunication cabinets varies from 45 cm to 1 m. At the stage of selection, it is necessary to take into account the characteristics of the equipment to be stored. In most cases, preference is given to models with a depth of more than 60 cm.

Telecommunication cabinets can be universal, server and computer cabinets. The first kind is in the greatest demand. General-purpose designs assume a floor mounting method. They are equipped with glass or metal doors. Some manufacturers make cabinets with swing doors to order. Both wall and floor modifications may have prefabricated or welded construction. Prefabricated is more mobile, while the main advantage of welded cabinets is high strength.