Why Choose the Rittal VX IT 5314.816 Dynamic Network/Server Rack?
The Rittal VX IT 5314.816 is a high-capacity vented network and server rack designed for professional installation of 482.6 mm (19") IT, networking and communications equipment. As part of the Rittal VX IT enclosure series, this dynamic version is engineered for room climate control applications and combines excellent airflow with flexible equipment mounting for modern data centres, server rooms and IT infrastructure.
The VX IT 5314.816 features depth-variable Dynamic 482.6 mm (19") mounting angles at the front and rear, providing a robust and adaptable installation platform for servers, network switches, patch panels and other rack-mounted equipment. Its vented front and rear doors have an approximately 85% perforated surface area, supporting efficient airflow through installed equipment when the rack is used with room-based climate control.
With dimensions of 800 mm wide × 2200 mm high × 1000 mm deep and a substantial 47 U installation capacity, the VX IT 5314.816 provides generous space for high-density IT installations. The dynamic mounting system supports a load capacity of up to 18,000 N, making this enclosure particularly suitable for demanding server and networking applications.
Key Advantages
- Professional VX IT Dynamic network and server enclosure for 19-inch IT infrastructure.
- 47 U installation capacity for high-density server and networking equipment.
- 800 mm × 2200 mm × 1000 mm enclosure dimensions.
- Depth-variable Dynamic 482.6 mm (19") mounting angles at the front and rear.
- High 18,000 N load capacity for demanding equipment installations.
- Vented front and rear doors with approximately 85% perforated surface area support efficient room climate control.
- Vertically divided rear door provides convenient access to equipment and cabling.
- Multi-piece roof supports cable entry and optional fan-assisted ventilation.
Key Features
- Rittal VX IT Dynamic network/server rack series.
- 47 U usable installation height.
- 800 mm width, 2200 mm height and 1000 mm depth.
- Dynamic 482.6 mm (19") mounting levels at the front and rear.
- 700 mm spacing between mounting levels as supplied.
- 87 mm / 213 mm free mounting space to the 19-inch level at the front/rear.
- 18,000 N load capacity for installed equipment.
- Maximum static enclosure load of 15,000 N to UL 2416.
- Vented one-piece aluminium/sheet-steel front door with 180° hinges.
- Vented, vertically divided sheet-steel rear door with 180° hinges.
- Approximately 85% perforated door surface area for high airflow.
- Multi-piece roof with side cable entry and preparation for a fan mounting plate.
Dynamic 19-Inch Installation for High-Density IT Infrastructure
The Rittal VX IT Dynamic platform is designed to provide a strong and adaptable enclosure system for modern server, network and telecommunications infrastructure. The VX IT 5314.816 combines 47 U of installation space with depth-variable Dynamic 19-inch mounting angles, allowing the mounting levels to be configured for a wide range of servers, switches and supporting rack-mounted hardware.
Its highly vented front and rear doors make the enclosure particularly suitable for room climate control installations. The approximately 85% perforated door surfaces enable high volumes of conditioned room air to pass through installed equipment, while the 1000 mm enclosure depth provides generous space for deep servers, power distribution and rear cable management.
Typical Applications
- High-density data centre server installations.
- Enterprise server rooms with room climate control.
- Network switches, routers and patch panels.
- Industrial IT and automation infrastructure.
- Telecommunications and structured cabling systems.
- High-load 19-inch server and networking installations.