Middle Atlantic SNE27D-4248-P1 – 27" 42U 48" Digital Enclosure

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic SNE27D-4248-P1 is a 27-inch wide, 42U, 48-inch deep Slim Network Enclosure designed for installations that require extra cabinet depth to house longer equipment such as extended-depth servers, UPS units, or rear-mounted power distribution. The Digital chimney enclosure architecture passively exhausts heat vertically, and the P1 rear door provides 70 percent open area for front-to-rear airflow. Long-tail search terms: 27-inch wide 42U deep-depth AV rack enclosure, 48-inch deep passive digital server cabinet chimney cooling.

Product Description

The SNE27D-4248-P1 extends the SNE27D platform to a 48-inch interior depth, making it the right choice when installed equipment exceeds the 36-inch or 42-inch depth capacity of standard models. Extended-depth UPS systems, high-density storage arrays, and rear-mounted cable management solutions all benefit from the additional 6 inches compared to the 42-inch depth variant. The 27-inch wide footprint maintains the mid-width profile that allows room planners to install multiple cabinets in width-constrained spaces without sacrificing rack height or depth. The Digital enclosure format fully encloses the equipment bay and uses a vertical chimney column to separate hot exhaust from the cold supply, reducing the risk of hot air recirculation within the equipment room. The P1 passive configuration uses the internal fans of installed equipment to drive airflow through the 70-percent open rear door, eliminating in-cabinet fan noise and maintenance. With 42U of rack space, this model handles dense installations of 1U and 2U servers, enterprise networking gear, and AV processing equipment. Adjustable mounting rails, removable gang-ready side panels, and standard casters with leveling feet make installation straightforward. The SNE27D-4248-P1 is available from Creation Networks, an authorized Middle Atlantic distributor.

Key Features

• 42U Rack Capacity — Sufficient height for standard AV and IT equipment densities.
• 27-Inch Width — Mid-width profile balances interior clearance with efficient use of floor space.
• 48-Inch Interior Depth — Accommodates extended-depth servers, UPS units, and rear-mounted PDUs that exceed standard 42-inch depth.
• P1 Passive Airflow (70% Vented Rear Door) — Front-to-rear thermal path powered by equipment-internal fans, no fan trays needed.
• Digital Chimney Cooling — Enclosed cabinet with vertical exhaust channel compatible with overhead return-air plenums.
• Adjustable Mounting Rails — Depth-adjustable to match varied equipment mounting requirements.
• Removable Side Panels — Gang-ready for multi-bay side-by-side installations with compatible SNE enclosures.
• Steel Construction — Structural rigidity for fully populated racks with heavy UPS and storage equipment.
• Casters and Leveling Feet — Supports both mobile staging and permanent floor-fixed placement.

Typical Applications

• Data centers housing extended-depth servers or storage arrays requiring 48-inch cabinet depth
• Server rooms with UPS units or rear-mount PDUs exceeding standard 42-inch cabinet depth
• AV head-end rooms with large video distribution amplifiers and routing switchers
• IT closets where depth is available but width is constrained to 27 inches
• Network operations centers (NOC) requiring deep enclosures for high-density builds

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

When do I need a 48-inch deep cabinet instead of 42-inch?

Choose the 48-inch depth when installed equipment such as extended-depth UPS systems, storage arrays, or rear-mounted PDUs exceeds the 42-inch interior clearance of standard models.

Does the extra depth affect airflow performance?

The P1 passive airflow system is not significantly affected by cabinet depth. Equipment-internal fans drive front-to-rear airflow regardless of cabinet depth, though longer cable runs inside the enclosure should be managed to avoid blocking airflow paths.

Can this cabinet be ganged with 42-inch deep SNE models?

Side-by-side ganging is supported between compatible SNE enclosures, but depth differences between adjacent units should be accounted for in floor plan and cable routing design.

Is overhead plenum exhaust compatible with this model?

Yes. The chimney column routes exhaust vertically, making it compatible with overhead return-air plenum systems standard in data centers and AV equipment rooms.

What rack accessories fit in this enclosure?

Standard 19-inch EIA accessories including blanking panels, patch panels, cable management rings, and Middle Atlantic PDU and UPS products are compatible.

Where can I order the SNE27D-4248-P1?

Order from creationnetworks.net, an authorized Middle Atlantic distributor.