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VX IT5309.156 Rittal VX IT Std. Ral7035 WxHxD 800X2000+100X1000
Rittal VX IT 5309.156 is a pre-configured 42 U network and server rack measuring 800 mm wide, 2000 mm high and 1000 mm deep with a 100 mm base/plinth and standard 482.6 mm (19-inch) mounting angles.
£1,548.90
Why Choose the Rittal VX IT 5309.156 Network/Server Rack?
The Rittal VX IT 5309.156 is a pre-configured network and server rack designed for professional installation of 482.6 mm (19") IT, networking and communications equipment. As part of the advanced Rittal VX IT enclosure series, it provides a flexible and robust platform for servers, network switches, patch panels and supporting IT infrastructure in data centres, server rooms and industrial environments.
This VX IT rack is supplied pre-assembled with practical equipment for efficient deployment, including standard 482.6 mm (19") mounting angles, screw-fastened side panels, cable management components and a 100 mm base/plinth system. The glazed aluminium front door provides clear visibility of installed equipment, while the solid, vertically divided sheet-steel rear door provides convenient rear access.
With an enclosure size of 800 mm wide × 2000 mm high × 1000 mm deep, plus a 100 mm base/plinth for an overall height of 2100 mm, the VX IT 5309.156 provides a substantial 42 U installation capacity. Its 1000 mm depth accommodates deep servers and associated cabling, while the RAL 7035 enclosure finish provides the professional appearance associated with Rittal IT infrastructure.
Key Advantages
- Professional VX IT network and server enclosure for 19-inch IT equipment.
- 42 U installation capacity for servers, networking and communications equipment.
- 800 mm × 2000 mm × 1000 mm main enclosure dimensions.
- Supplied with a 100 mm base/plinth for an overall installed height of 2100 mm.
- Standard 482.6 mm (19") mounting angles for flexible equipment installation.
- Glazed aluminium front door provides convenient visibility of installed equipment.
- Solid, vertically divided rear door provides practical access to cabling and equipment.
- Supplied pre-configured with side panels, cable management components, levelling feet and installation accessories.
Key Features
- Rittal VX IT network/server rack series.
- 42 U usable installation height.
- 800 mm width, 2000 mm enclosure height and 1000 mm depth.
- 2100 mm overall height including base/plinth.
- Standard 482.6 mm (19") mounting angles.
- 87 mm / 193 mm free mounting space to the 19-inch level at the front/rear.
- Glazed aluminium front door with 3 mm single-pane safety glass.
- Solid, vertically divided sheet-steel rear door.
- Front and rear doors with 180° hinges.
- Multi-piece roof with side cable entry and preparation for a fan mounting plate.
- One-piece screw-fastened side panels supplied as standard.
- Vented 100 mm VX base/plinth system supplied with the enclosure.
Flexible 19-Inch Installation for IT Infrastructure
The Rittal VX IT platform is designed to provide an adaptable enclosure system for modern network, server and telecommunications infrastructure. The VX IT 5309.156 combines 42 U of 19-inch installation space with a 1000 mm enclosure depth, providing ample room for rack-mounted hardware, power distribution, cable routing and supporting equipment.
Its pre-configured design helps simplify installation by supplying key infrastructure components with the rack. Cable shunting rings, combination rails, conductive 19-inch fasteners and levelling components support organised equipment deployment, while the multi-piece roof provides cable entry and provision for optional fan-assisted ventilation.
Typical Applications
- Data centre server and network installations.
- Enterprise server rooms and communications rooms.
- Network switches, routers and patch panels.
- Industrial IT and automation infrastructure.
- Telecommunications and structured cabling systems.
- High-capacity 19-inch equipment installations.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Free-standing enclosure | |
|---|---|---|
| HS Code | 94032080 | |
| Manufacturer | Rittal | |
| Series | VX IT | |
| Model | VX IT 5309.156 | |
| Article number | 5309.156 | |
| Product type | Network / server rack | |
| Design | Standard, pre-configured | |
| Width | 800 mm | |
| Enclosure height | 2000 mm | |
| Base/plinth height | 100 mm | |
| Overall height including base/plinth | 2100 mm | |
| Depth | 1000 mm | |
| Rack height | 42 U | |
| Equipment mounting format | 482.6 mm (19") | |
| Free mounting space, front / rear | 87 mm / 193 mm | |
| General colour | RAL 7035 | |
| Interior installation / base-plinth colour | RAL 9005 | |
| Basic materials | Sheet steel, aluminium and plastic | |
| Front door material | 1.25 mm aluminium with 3 mm single-pane safety glass | |
| Rear door material | 1.5 mm sheet steel | |
| Front door | Glazed aluminium door, 180° hinges | |
| Rear door | Solid, vertically divided sheet-steel door, 180° hinges | |
| Side panels | One-piece, screw-fastened | |
| Roof | Multi-piece with side cable entry and preparation for fan mounting plate | |
| Base/plinth | VX base/plinth system, 100 mm, vented | |
| Levelling | Four M12 levelling feet with base/plinth adaptors supplied | |
| Front/rear locking | Comfort handles for profile half-cylinders with security lock 3524 E |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rittal VX IT 5309.156 used for?
This enclosure is designed to house 482.6 mm (19") servers, network equipment and telecommunications hardware in professional data centre, server room and industrial IT installations.
What are the dimensions of the VX IT 5309.156?
The main enclosure measures 800 mm wide × 2000 mm high × 1000 mm deep. The supplied 100 mm base/plinth increases the overall installed height to 2100 mm.
How many rack units does the Rittal VX IT 5309.156 provide?
The enclosure provides 42 U of installation capacity for compatible 482.6 mm (19") rack-mounted equipment.
Does the VX IT 5309.156 include a base/plinth?
Yes. The rack is supplied with a 100 mm vented Rittal VX base/plinth system, giving an overall enclosure and plinth height of 2100 mm.
What equipment is supplied with the VX IT 5309.156?
The pre-configured rack includes 19-inch mounting angles, screw-fastened side panels, a glazed front door, solid divided rear door, 100 mm base/plinth, levelling feet, combination rails, cable shunting rings and installation fasteners.
Trusted for Professional IT Infrastructure
Rittal VX IT network and server racks provide a robust, modular enclosure platform for data centres, server rooms, telecommunications systems and industrial IT infrastructure requiring dependable 19-inch equipment mounting, organised cable management and flexible installation options.
