APC by Schneider Electric AR3107X609 NetShelter SX 48U 600mm Wide x 1070mm Deep Rack Enclosure
Overview
The AR3107X609 is a 48U, 600mm-wide by 1070mm-deep open-frame server enclosure from APC by Schneider Electric's NetShelter SX line — a rack format built for structured equipment deployments in data centers, telecom closets, and server rooms where standardized mounting, cable management, and airflow discipline matter. At 600mm wide and 1070mm deep, this enclosure accommodates full-depth servers, storage arrays, and high-density networking switches without the depth constraints that trip up shallower rack designs.
Key Features
- 48U Capacity: 48 rack units of usable mounting space means you can densely populate the enclosure with servers, patch panels, KVM switches, and power distribution units in a single footprint — fewer enclosures, lower floor space cost.
- 600mm Width: Matches the EIA-310E standard rack width, so standard-width equipment and blanking panels mount without adapters or shimming. Critical for mixed-vendor deployments where interoperability assumptions get tested fast.
- 1070mm Depth: Accommodates full-depth 1U and 2U servers plus rear cable routing without the front-to-back compression that forces cable trays outside the enclosure. Relevant for NVR and storage appliances that run long.
- Steel Construction: Structural steel throughout — the enclosure handles the weight of a fully loaded 48U rack without flex or racking under production loads.
- UL 2416 and UL 60950-1 Compliance: UL 2416 covers rack and enclosure structural and electrical safety; UL 60950-1 addresses IT equipment safety — both certifications matter for data center operators whose facilities require equipment to meet listed safety standards before installation approval.
- EIA-310E Standard: Confirms compatibility with standard 19-inch rack-mount equipment. If your procurement spec calls out EIA-310E, this enclosure satisfies it without a separate verification step.
Integration and Compatibility
The AR3107X609 is designed to integrate with APC's broader power distribution and cable management ecosystem, including PDUs, horizontal and vertical cable managers, and blanking panels. The EIA-310E-compliant rail spacing means equipment from any vendor that conforms to 19-inch rack standards mounts directly. The 1070mm depth handles rear-mounted PDUs, cable arms, and patch management without forcing compromises at the front rail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the rack unit capacity of the AR3107X609?
A: The AR3107X609 provides 48U of usable rack space in a 600mm-wide by 1070mm-deep enclosure.
Q: Is the AR3107X609 compatible with standard 19-inch rack equipment?
A: Yes. The enclosure conforms to the EIA-310E standard, which defines 19-inch rack-mount compatibility. Standard-width servers, switches, and patch panels mount without adapters.
Q: What safety certifications does the AR3107X609 carry?
A: The AR3107X609 is listed to UL 2416 (rack and enclosure safety) and UL 60950-1 (IT equipment safety), and conforms to EIA-310E.
Q: What is the AR3107X609 made of?
A: The enclosure is constructed from steel and is finished in black.
Q: What is the depth of the AR3107X609?
A: The enclosure is 1070mm (approximately 42.1 inches) deep, which accommodates full-depth servers and rear cable management hardware.
The AR3107X609 is a 48U NetShelter SX enclosure that hits a practical sweet spot for dense server room builds: 1070mm of rear depth is enough clearance for full-depth 2U servers, rear-mounted vertical PDUs, and a cable arm without stacking everything on the front rails. That 600mm width and EIA-310E certification means your procurement team and facilities group can approve it against a standard spec without a custom compliance review.
Technical Highlights:
- EIA-310E Compliance: 19-inch standard rail spacing — servers, switches, and patch panels from any EIA-310E-compliant vendor mount directly, no shimming or adapter rails required.
- UL 2416 + UL 60950-1 Listings: Both structural and IT-equipment safety standards covered, which satisfies the dual-listing requirement some data center operators include in their standard equipment approval checklist.
- 1070mm Depth: The extra depth versus a 900mm enclosure matters most when you're housing storage arrays or tower-to-rack converted appliances with deep chassis — eliminates the rear-door clearance fight.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm floor load rating before committing to a full 48U build — a densely loaded steel enclosure plus equipment can exceed 1,500 lbs; this is a facilities conversation, not just an IT one.
- The 600mm width is the narrow end of common rack widths (700mm and 800mm are also prevalent in larger deployments) — verify aisle spacing and side-by-side clearance in your floor plan before ordering multiples.
This enclosure is a practical fit for server rooms and wiring closets where a standardized, EIA-310E-compliant 48U format is required and full-depth equipment is the norm — particularly network operations centers and surveillance infrastructure backrooms housing NVRs, storage, and switching gear in a single rack footprint.
