APC NetShelter SX AR3388B2 Server Rack Enclosure Generation 2 52U with Sides and Cable Management Black

The APC NetShelter SX AR3388B2 Server Rack Enclosure Generation 2 52U with Sides and Cable Management Black is a robust 52U server rack enclosure designed for demanding data centers and professional IT environments. Featuring a heavy-duty all-steel construction, this enclosure supports high-density equipment, servers, networking hardware, and modern AI workloads. It offers generous interior dimensions with a height of 2436 mm, width of 800 mm, and depth of 1200 mm, providing ample space for organized cable routing and hardware placement. The design incorporates 80 percent perforated doors for optimized airflow, adjustable EIA mounting rails, half-height removable side panels with keyed locks, and an integrated rear cable channel for toolless accessories. Pre-installed casters, leveling feet, and a secure joining system complete this comprehensive infrastructure solution.

Advantages

This server rack enclosure provides exceptional load capacities, supporting up to 1364 kg of static load and 1023 kg of dynamic load, making it well-suited for dense hardware configurations. The enhanced airflow design, featuring 80 percent door perforation and 270-degree door opening capabilities, ensures optimal thermal management and maintains clear aisles during maintenance. Security is maintained through keyed locks on the half-height removable side panels and doors with unified keying. The integrated rear cable channel allows for toolless accessory installation without sacrificing valuable rack space. Furthermore, the robust steel frame includes integrated electrical grounding across the frame, doors, and top panel to ensure operational safety.

Suitable for

• Housing high-density servers and networking hardware in enterprise data centers
• Managing IT infrastructure for colocation and customer-facing facilities
• Deploying heavy artificial intelligence and machine learning computing hardware
• Organizing complex cabling setups using integrated rear channels and accessories

This enclosure may not be suitable for small office environments or home setups with limited vertical clearance, given its height of over 2.4 meters and a weight exceeding 205 kg. It is also not designed for mobile field operations where transportability outside of a structured server room is required.

Key specifications

• 52U rack capacity in standard 19-inch format
• Dimensions: 2436 mm height, 800 mm width, 1200 mm depth
• Heavy-duty all-steel construction
• Static load capacity up to 1364 kg and dynamic load capacity up to 1023 kg
• 80 percent perforated front and rear doors with 270-degree maximum opening
• Adjustable 1.63 mm EIA mounting rails with 6.4 mm step adjustments
• Half-height removable side panels with keyed locks
• Integrated rear cable channel supporting toolless accessories
• Pre-installed casters and adjustable leveling feet
• Integrated electrical grounding in frame, doors, and top panel

How to use

Begin the installation by positioning the enclosure on a flat, stable surface within your server room using the pre-installed casters, then adjust the leveling feet to secure and stabilize the unit. Adjust the internal mounting rails to the required depth for your specific servers and networking devices. Mount your hardware securely into the 52U space using appropriate mounting hardware. Route power and data cables through the integrated rear cable channels, utilizing toolless accessories to keep cable bundles organized and clear of airflow paths. Secure the equipment by attaching the half-height side panels and closing the perforated doors, engaging the keyed locks to restrict unauthorized access.

What to consider before purchase

• Verify that your facility has sufficient ceiling height to accommodate the 2436 mm enclosure height
• Check floor load capacity to ensure it supports the combined weight of the rack and installed hardware exceeding 205 kg
• Confirm doorway and elevator dimensions along the transport path to the final installation site
• Ensure compatibility with your existing cable management accessories and power distribution units

For optimal thermal performance and equipment longevity, maintain unobstructed aisle spaces and utilize blanking panels in unused rack units to direct airflow effectively through the perforated doors.