Atlas Sound 244-18 Welded Rack 18.5 inch Deep, 44RU *Shown with OPTIONAL Front Door**

Product Overview

The Atlas Sound 244-18 is a 44RU welded equipment rack with an 18.5" depth, built for AV rack installation in equipment rooms, head ends, and IDF closets where a full-height enclosure must hold amplifiers, DSP, network gear, and control processors. Its all-welded 16-gauge cold-rolled steel construction arrives assembled and ready to load, saving integrators on-site labor. As an economical floor-standing AV equipment rack, it is a frequent specification in commercial audio video integration projects across education, corporate, and government facilities.

Product Description

The 244-18 cabinet measures 22-5/16" wide and 18-1/2" deep, providing 44 rack units of vertical panel space with 17" of usable mounting depth. It ships with one pair of 11-gauge cold-rolled steel adjustable mounting rails, precision tapped 10-32 and recessed 11/16" (17.5 mm), with RU indicator hash marks that speed equipment alignment during rack building. Rail spacing follows the standard EIA 5/8"-5/8"-1/2" pattern, so any standard 19" rackmount AV or IT equipment installs without adapters. The enclosure includes a base, top panel, side panels, and a removable rear door with cylinder lock and flush pull handle; quick-release spring hinges let the door rotate 180 degrees for right- or left-hand opening. An optional front door, when ordered, is keyed differently from the rear door for layered security. Installer-friendly details include an expanded 6RU opening in the cabinet top and bottom that can remain open for cable access and ventilation or be closed with standard vent or solid panels. Conduit knockout arrays on the top and bottom surfaces and back flanges combine 1" standard and 1/2" x 3/4" concentric knockouts for clean electrical rough-in. Stamped, perforated vents on all sides and the rear door support convection cooling for amplifier-heavy loads, and the phosphate-pretreated surfaces carry a textured black epoxy finish. For rack accessories, vent panels, and power distribution, see Creation Networks.

Key Features

• 44RU Capacity in an 18.5" Depth — Full-height vertical space holds large amplifier stacks, DSP, and network equipment in a compact footprint.
• All-Welded 16-Gauge CRS Construction — The cabinet arrives fully assembled with no field assembly time required.
• Adjustable 11-Gauge Rack Rails — Tapped 10-32 with EIA 5/8"-5/8"-1/2" spacing and RU hash marks for fast, accurate equipment mounting.
• Locking Removable Rear Door — Cylinder lock and flush pull handle secure equipment; spring hinges allow 180-degree left- or right-hand opening.
• Differently Keyed Optional Front Door — Adds a second security layer for shared equipment rooms.
• 6RU Top and Bottom Access Openings — Leave open for cable pulls and airflow or close with standard vent or solid panels.
• Conduit Knockout Arrays — 1" standard and 1/2" x 3/4" concentric knockouts on surfaces and flanges simplify electrical conduit terminations.
• Perforated Ventilation on All Sides — Stamped vents plus the vented rear door maximize convection cooling for heat-producing gear.
• Textured Black Epoxy Finish — Phosphate pretreatment promotes paint adhesion for a durable, professional appearance.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom and conference room equipment closets
• Auditorium amplifier and processing rooms
• House of worship AV equipment rooms
• Government space head-end and telecom rooms
• Training room and multi-purpose room rack installations
• Broadcast studio support equipment racks

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 244-18 ship assembled?
Yes. It is an all-welded cabinet, so it arrives fully assembled and ready for rack rails adjustment and equipment loading.

Will standard 19" rackmount equipment fit?
Yes. The rails use standard EIA 5/8"-5/8"-1/2" spacing with 10-32 tapped holes, accepting any standard 19" rackmount AV or IT equipment up to 17" of usable depth.

Is a front door included?
No. The product ships with the locking rear door; the front door shown in some images is optional and, when ordered, is keyed differently from the rear door.

How is ventilation handled?
Stamped perforated vents on all sides and the rear door provide convection cooling, and the 6RU top and bottom openings can be left open for additional airflow or fan panels.

How do I route conduit and cabling into the rack?
Knockout arrays on the top and bottom panels and back flanges accept 1" and 1/2" x 3/4" concentric conduit fittings, and the 6RU openings handle larger cable bundles.

What warranty applies?
AtlasIED covers the rack with a limited warranty of 60 months from date of purchase, and Creation Networks supports you through any claim.

Can Creation Networks help me spec a complete rack build?
Yes. Contact our team at creationnetworks.net for rack elevation design, power, cooling, and accessory selection.