Middle Atlantic SNE27H-4242-A1 – 42U Hybrid Security Network Enclosure

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic SNE27H-4242-A1 is a 42-rackspace, 27.6" wide, 42" deep hybrid security network enclosure built for systems that mix analog and digital equipment in a single rack. It is the right choice when an installation combines legacy analog gear with IP-based network equipment and servers, a common scenario in phased security and AV integration upgrades. The A1 configuration provides active thermal management through a 660 CFM fan top with proportional thermostatic controller. The enclosure arrives pre-configured with rackrail, doors, side panels, and cable management to shorten installation time on commercial deployment schedules.

Product Description

The SNE Series Hybrid pre-configured enclosure addresses a practical problem for integrators: analog equipment typically mounts on 10-32 tapped rail, while servers and network hardware need cage-nut rail. The SNE27H-4242-A1 resolves this with two pairs of adjustable 10-32 tapped rackrail plus a unique four-rackspace cage-nut adaptor pair, letting both equipment types share one enclosure without compromise.

Active thermal management comes from a 660 CFM fan top governed by a proportional thermostatic controller that scales fan output to heat load, configured for top active ventilation. A 70% open area front door maintains intake airflow, and a pair of split flush mount locking side panels closes the enclosure for security and directed cooling. Cable management is handled by an included 6" wide vertical wire grid lace strip for dressing vertical bundles. The enclosure is Lever Lock compatible and ships with two vertical 10" wide Lever Lock accessory mounting plates for tool-free mounting of power supplies, encoders, and access control devices. UL listing and seismic certification support code-sensitive installation, and four leveling feet plus four casters make positioning and final leveling straightforward. Find compatible accessories in the Middle Atlantic collection at Creation Networks.

Key Features

• Hybrid Analog and Digital Configuration — Two pairs of adjustable 10-32 tapped rackrail plus a four-space cage-nut adaptor pair mount both analog and IP equipment in one enclosure.
• Active Thermal Management (A1) — 660 CFM fan top with proportional thermostatic controller scales cooling to actual heat load.
• 70% Open Area Front Door — High open area front door supports intake airflow for the top-ventilation cooling path.
• Lever Lock Compatible — Includes two vertical 10" wide Lever Lock accessory mounting plates for tool-free device mounting.
• Integrated Cable Management — Includes a 6" wide vertical wire grid lace strip for organizing vertical cable runs.
• UL Listed and Seismic Certified — Certifications support government and code-driven commercial projects.
• Locking Split Side Panels — Pair of split flush mount locking side panels secures equipment and maintains airflow design.
• Installation-Ready Hardware — Ships with four leveling feet and four casters for easy positioning and final placement.

Typical Applications

• Government spaces transitioning from analog to IP security and AV systems
• Commercial meeting spaces with mixed legacy and current rack equipment
• House of worship facilities consolidating analog audio and IP network gear
• Broadcast studios running hybrid analog and digital signal chains
• Auditoriums and multi-purpose rooms with phased equipment upgrades

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the SNE27H-4242-A1 a hybrid enclosure?
It combines two pairs of adjustable 10-32 tapped rackrail for analog equipment with a four-rackspace cage-nut adaptor pair for servers and network hardware, so mixed analog and digital systems mount in one enclosure.

How is the enclosure cooled?
The A1 configuration uses top active ventilation: a 660 CFM fan top with a proportional thermostatic controller that adjusts fan output to the heat load, fed by a 70% open area front door.

Does it work with Lever Lock accessories?
Yes. The enclosure is Lever Lock compatible and includes two vertical 10" wide Lever Lock accessory mounting plates for tool-free mounting of small devices.

Is it certified for code-sensitive or seismic installations?
Yes. The enclosure is UL listed and seismic certified, supporting government and institutional project requirements.

What cable management is included?
One 6" wide vertical wire grid lace strip is included for dressing vertical cable bundles, and the 27.6" width provides routing space beside the rackrail.

What hardware ships with the enclosure?
Four leveling feet, four casters, the split flush mount locking side panels, rackrail, and the cage-nut adaptor pair are all included.

Can Creation Networks help me choose between hybrid and digital SNE models?
Yes. Creation Networks advises integrators and facilities teams on SNE configuration selection, accessories, and project quotes. Contact us through creationnetworks.net.