StarTech.com Black Shelf, 1 U, 20kg Load, 441mm x 401 mm

This shelf is a Compact rack accessory designed to support non-rack-mountable equipment within a standard 19-inch enclosure. It provides a ventilated platform for housing networking or electronic devices in data cabinets and server racks while maintaining airflow for heat dissipation. The unit is finished in black and constructed from steel to suit industrial installations.

• Rated to carry 20 kg, offering dependable load support • Fits a 1U rack space, enabling minimal cabinet occupancy • Ventilated surface promoting airflow and component cooling • Complies with EIA/ECA-310-E, meeting rack-mounting standards • Robust steel construction delivering mechanical durability

• Suitable for mounting switches and patch panels in cabinets • Ideal for supporting power supplies and battery modules • Used for placing test instrumentation in 19-inch racks • Can be used for temporary equipment during maintenance tasks

It occupies a single rack unit of vertical space, designed for installation in standard 19-inch enclosures that adhere to rack unit spacing.

The black finish reduces visible reflections and matches typical cabinet interiors, aiding a consistent appearance when multiple shelves are fitted.

The shelf is formed from steel, providing a stable, rigid surface that resists deformation under the rated load.

Perforations across the shelf permit convective airflow, helping convective cooling paths for devices positioned above and below the shelf.