Panduit AWMR12 12RU Adjustable Depth Wall Mount Rack
The Panduit AWMR12 PanZone wall mount rack delivers three equipment mounting depths—18", 21.5", and 25"—in a single SKU, eliminating the need to stock multiple rack models for diverse installation requirements. Designed for commercial network closets, IDF rooms, and surveillance equipment installations where floor space is limited, this 12RU rack supports up to 150 pounds of rackmount equipment using standard 12-24 threaded mounting rails with printed RU numbering from bottom to top.
Key Features
- Adjustable depth supports 18", 21.5", or 25" equipment mounting configurations with no additional hardware required
- 150-pound load capacity handles multiple switches, patch panels, and surveillance recording equipment in wall-mount installations
- Integrated Tak-Ty slots in side rails provide tool-free cable organization points without drilling or aftermarket accessories
- Single-person installation design reduces labor costs and simplifies deployment in retrofit scenarios
- 12-24 threaded mounting rails ensure compatibility with standard rackmount equipment from all manufacturers
- UL 2416 Listed for safety compliance in commercial building installations
The AWMR12's adjustable depth mechanism addresses a persistent challenge in network infrastructure deployment: accommodating equipment with varying depths without maintaining separate rack inventory. Telecom switches, PoE+ injectors, and shallow patch panels mount at the 18-inch setting, while deeper surveillance NVRs and UPS units extend to 21.5 or 25 inches. The adjustment requires no tools and holds position under full 150-pound loading, maintaining alignment even when equipment is swapped or reconfigured months after initial installation.
Side rail design incorporates molded slots that accept Panduit Tak-Ty cable ties and bend-radius management accessories without requiring separate mounting hardware. This integrated approach keeps horizontal cable runs organized along the rack sides, preventing interference with equipment ventilation and simplifying adds-moves-changes when surveillance camera counts expand or network ports are reconfigured. The black powder-coat finish resists scratching during equipment installation and matches standard telecommunications room aesthetics.
The rack's construction enables single-installer deployment—a critical consideration in retrofit projects where access to confined telecom closets or elevated wall spaces limits crew size. Wall mounting hardware accommodates common commercial stud spacing, and the unit's 20.31-inch width fits standard 19-inch rackmount equipment while maintaining clearance for cable ingress at both sides. Printed RU numbering on the mounting rails eliminates measuring errors during equipment placement and simplifies documentation of as-built configurations.
UL 2416 Listing confirms the rack meets structural and safety requirements for commercial telecommunications equipment installations, satisfying building code and insurance requirements without requiring additional engineering documentation. The PanZone platform's compatibility with Panduit's broader cable management ecosystem allows integrators to source patch panels, horizontal managers, and vertical cable organizers from a single vendor, streamlining procurement and ensuring consistent mounting interfaces across multi-site deployments.
Eden Phillips
Senior Specialist - Infrastructure & Connectivity
The AWMR12's three-depth design solves the inventory problem we see constantly in multi-site surveillance deployments—you can't predict which NVR model will be specified two years from now, but you can spec a rack that adjusts to fit anything. The Tak-Ty slots save real money on horizontal managers for camera home-runs.
