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Pair of black vertical rack rails with mounting holes and included hardware

StarTech.com 400436785 9U Vertical Rack Rail Pair DIY Kit with Hardware, Black

SKU CH-W0QP-EQRH7

A pair of 9U steel vertical rack rails with 12-24 threaded holes and mounting hardware for patch panels or PDUs in a 42U cabinet

  • Rack Units42U
  • ColorBlack
  • Specification9U, Rack Mount, 1.81 L x 1.02 W x 16.1 H inches
  • FeaturesRack Mount / Server / true / 9U / Black
  • Industry Standard9U
  • Included Accessoryfalse
  • Heavy-gauge steel construction supports patch panels and PDUs securely
  • Multiple mounting-hole sizes along the full length suit diverse installations
  • Silk-screened U markings and 12-24 threading match standard rack-mount gear
  • Kit includes enough 12-24 screw sets for every rack space
  • 9U height fits within a 42U rack footprint

9U Vertical Rack Rail Pair

This 9U vertical rack rail pair provides a sturdy mounting solution for networking or telecom equipment such as patch panels and PDUs. The kit includes two rails made from heavy gauge steel and sufficient 12-24 screw sets to populate every rack unit. Silk-screened rack unit markings simplify alignment during installation.

Steel Construction and Mounting

The rails measure 1.81 in by 1.02 in by 16.1 in and are pre-tapped with 12-24 threading across their full length. Multiple sized mounting holes along the rails allow flexible positioning in a variety of rack configurations. The black finish matches standard server cabinet aesthetics.

42U Rack Compatibility

Designed for use within 42U server racks, the 9U height occupies a defined portion of the vertical space while freeing remaining units for other devices. The DIY kit format lets integrators position the rails at the required height without proprietary brackets. Equipment mounts directly to the threaded holes using the supplied hardware.

Highlights

  • Heavy-gauge steel construction supports patch panels and PDUs securely
  • Multiple mounting-hole sizes along the full length suit diverse installations
  • Silk-screened U markings and 12-24 threading match standard rack-mount gear
  • Kit includes enough 12-24 screw sets for every rack space
  • 9U height fits within a 42U rack footprint

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
Model400436785
Part Number400436785
Rack Units42U
ColorBlack
Specification9U, Rack Mount, 1.81 L x 1.02 W x 16.1 H inches
FeaturesRack Mount / Server / true / 9U / Black
Industry Standard9U
Included Accessoryfalse
Unit Dimension1.81 in x 1.02 in x 16.1 in
Shipping Dimension2.6 cm x 4.6 cm x 41.1 cm
Shipping Weight0.925 kilograms

Questions about this item

How do I install the 400436785 rails in a 42U rack, and which step is commonly missed?

Mount the pair vertically using the pre-tapped 12-24 holes along the 16.1 in height, then use the included 12-24 screw sets for each rack space; the step often missed is aligning the silk-screened rack-unit marks before tightening.

What maintenance or replacement will the 400436785 rails need over time?

The heavy-gauge steel rails themselves require no scheduled replacement; only the 12-24 screw sets may need replenishing if equipment is frequently swapped.

What physical limit of the 400436785 rails appears first under sustained load?

The 1.02 in width and 1.81 in depth of each rail set the maximum equipment footprint that can be cantilevered without additional support.

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