Middle Atlantic SNE27F-4548 – 45U 48" Open Frame Rack

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic SNE27F-4548 is a 45U open-frame rack with 48-inch depth and standard 10-32 tapped rails, built for installations that require maximum rear clearance for long-body servers, large amplifiers, and deep signal processing platforms. The SNE27 27-inch wide frame provides a slightly narrower footprint than the SNE30 series while maintaining full 45U capacity and an industry-standard EIA rail width. Integrators and data center architects specifying a "45U 48-inch deep open frame rack" or "SNE27 extra-deep rack 10-32" will find this product addresses the most demanding depth requirements in AV and IT infrastructure builds.

Product Description

The SNE27F-4548 is the deepest standard configuration in the SNE27F series, providing 48 inches of front-to-rear equipment clearance for rackmount gear that cannot fit within 36-inch or 42-inch depth configurations. This depth is particularly relevant for high-density server deployments, large-format power amplifiers in live sound and installed audio, and custom AV processing platforms with extended rear I/O assemblies. The 45U rack unit count provides capacity for a full infrastructure build including patch panels, switching, power distribution, processing, and amplification within a single frame. The 10-32 tapped rails are pre-installed and compatible with standard server and AV equipment without requiring cage nut inserts. The open-frame design maintains full airflow across all four sides, which is critical at this depth and rack unit count given the potential for high aggregate heat loads. The SNE27 27-inch wide footprint fits equipment rooms where the SNE30 series would be too wide, making it useful in retrofit installations and space-constrained machine rooms. The frame ships knocked down for freight efficiency and assembles on site with standard tools. Compatible accessories from the Middle Atlantic SNE line are available through Creation Networks.

Key Features

• 48-Inch Depth — Maximum depth in the SNE27F series; accommodates the longest-body servers and amplifiers.
• 45U Rack Capacity — Full infrastructure build capacity in a single open-frame unit.
• 10-32 Tapped Rails — Pre-installed standard threading; no cage nuts required for most equipment.
• SNE27 27" Footprint — Narrower than SNE30 for space-constrained equipment rooms and retrofit applications.
• Open-Frame Design — Four-sided airflow essential for high-heat-density loads at 48-inch depth.
• Heavy-Gauge Steel — Durable construction for permanent data center and AV infrastructure.
• Knocked-Down Shipping — Reduces freight cost; assembles on site with standard hand tools.

Typical Applications

• High-density server deployments requiring 48-inch depth clearance
• Large-format installed audio amplifier rack builds
• Data center infrastructure where server depth exceeds 42 inches
• Broadcast and production facilities with deep custom processing platforms
• Retrofit equipment room builds where SNE30 width is too large

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Why would I choose the SNE27F over the SNE30F?

The SNE27 series has a 27-inch wide footprint versus 30 inches for the SNE30 series. The SNE27F is appropriate when equipment room width is constrained or when a narrower rack profile is specified.

Does 48-inch depth require special floor reinforcement?

The SNE27F-4548 is an open frame and relatively light when unloaded. However, fully loaded rack weight at 45U should be assessed against floor load ratings, especially for raised-floor data centers.

Can I add side panels to the SNE27F-4548?

The SNE27F is an open-frame product. Middle Atlantic offers compatible side panel kits for the SNE series if enclosure conversion is required.

Where can I purchase the SNE27F-4548?

It is available through Creation Networks, an authorized Middle Atlantic distributor.