Eaton Rack Cabinets

Secure, Organized Housing for Servers, Switches, and Infrastructure

Eaton rack cabinets, built under the Tripp Lite product line, include floor-standing server racks, enclosed cabinets, open-frame racks, and wall-mount enclosures designed for data centers, server rooms, network closets, and edge deployments. Every model uses standard 19-inch EIA-310 rail spacing and is measured in rack units (U), with options ranging from 6U wall-mount enclosures to 48U floor-standing cabinets rated for loads up to 3,000 pounds. Browse the full Eaton catalog for additional infrastructure products, or explore the complete Rack Cabinets & Enclosures category for rack options from every major manufacturer.

Eaton Rack Cabinets for Every Environment

• Data center server hosting — floor-standing enclosed racks with locking doors protect servers, storage arrays, and networking gear while managing airflow through perforated front and rear panels
• Network closets and IDF rooms — wall-mount cabinets save floor space by mounting switches, patch panels, and cable management directly to the wall in small telecom rooms
• Edge and branch office deployments — compact enclosed racks house a small number of servers and network equipment in locations without dedicated data center space
• Lab and test environments — open-frame racks provide easy access to equipment from all sides during setup, testing, and frequent hardware changes without the constraints of doors and side panels

Choosing the Right Eaton Rack Cabinet

Eaton manufactures racks in several form factors to match different space constraints, equipment loads, and security requirements. Enclosed racks range from 24U to 48U and feature locking front and rear doors, removable side panels, and cable management channels, ideal for environments where physical security and controlled airflow are essential. Open-frame racks provide 2-post or 4-post mounting without panels or doors, making them lighter, less expensive, and better suited for labs and closets where security is managed at the room level. Wall-mount cabinets range from 6U to 18U and attach directly to structural walls for IDF closets and small offices.

Weight Capacity and Structural Considerations

Floor-standing racks in the Eaton lineup support static loads from approximately 1,000 to 3,000 pounds depending on frame design and whether casters or leveling feet are used. Wall-mount cabinets have lower weight ratings and require mounting into structural studs or concrete with appropriate hardware. Always verify the combined weight of your servers, switches, UPS units, and cable management against the rack's rated capacity before installation.

Airflow and Cooling

Perforated front and rear doors allow passive airflow in enclosed racks, and many models include top-mounted fan trays or cutouts for additional active cooling. Proper airflow management, including blanking panels for unused rack units, prevents hot air recirculation and keeps equipment within operating temperature specifications. Open-frame racks inherently provide maximum airflow but offer no control over air direction.

Complete Your Eaton Setup

• Eaton PDUs — power distribution units to deliver managed or metered power to every device in the rack
• Eaton UPS Systems — uninterruptible power supplies to protect rack-mounted equipment from outages and surges
• Eaton Network Cables — Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a patch cables for structured cabling within and between racks
• Servers — rack-mount servers from HPE, ASUS, and other manufacturers for your new cabinet