Middle Atlantic SNE30F-4542 – 30" Frame, 10-32 Rails, 45U×42"

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic SNE30F-4542 is a 30-inch-wide, open-frame rack enclosure with 45U of mounting space in a 42-inch depth footprint. Built on the SNE30 platform, it ships with two pairs of adjustable 10-32 threaded rack rails and accommodates panels, doors, and tops as separate accessories. The shorter 42-inch depth suits installations where floor space is limited but additional rack height is needed, and UL listing with seismic certification satisfies regulated facility requirements.

Product Description

The SNE30F-4542 is the 45U, 42-inch-deep configuration of Middle Atlantic's SNE30 frame-only line. Compared to the 48-inch-deep SNE30F-4248, it offers three additional rack units while reducing cabinet depth by six inches, making it a practical choice in equipment rooms where rows are space-constrained but equipment height demands continue to grow. The 30-inch overall width aligns with adjacent SNE30 enclosures for multi-bay row configurations and fits within standard raised-floor tile grids. Two pairs of adjustable 10-32 threaded rack rails slide fore and aft, allowing depth alignment for equipment with varying flange positions. The welded steel frame carries a UL listing and seismic certification, addressing code requirements in seismically rated jurisdictions. Lever Lock compatibility lets installers populate unused rack units with small-form-factor devices without adapter hardware. Four casters and four leveling feet are included; the casters allow repositioning under load, and the feet lock the cabinet in place during operation. Raised-floor riser bases (sold separately) are available for under-floor cabling integration. Because doors, side panels, and tops are sold separately, the thermal and security configuration of the frame can be specified to project requirements after the structural shell is ordered. The SNE30 accessory catalog covers a full range of vented, solid, and glass panel options as well as cable managers, PDU brackets, and blanking panels.

Key Features

• 45U Rack Space — Three additional rack units over the 42U SNE30F variants; suits high-density equipment lists.
• 42" Usable Depth — Shorter footprint than the 48" variant; fits equipment rooms with constrained row depth.
• 30" Overall Width — Aligns with adjacent SNE30 enclosures and raised-floor tile grids.
• 10-32 Threaded Rails (2 Pair, Adjustable) — Fore-aft adjustment for equipment depth alignment; no cage nuts required.
• Lever Lock Compatible — Mounts small devices in unused rack units without adapter plates.
• UL Listed & Seismic Certified — Satisfies code and insurance requirements in seismic zones.
• Raised-Floor Ready — Accepts seismic and standard riser bases for under-floor cabling.
• Panel-Agnostic Frame — Doors, side panels, and tops specified and ordered separately.
• 4 Casters + 4 Leveling Feet Included — Mobile during installation; feet secure the cabinet in its final position.

Typical Applications

• Equipment rooms where row depth is limited but additional rack height is required
• Data center deployments requiring seismic compliance in a 30" wide enclosure
• AV/IT convergence racks with high equipment counts needing 45U capacity
• Multi-bay SNE30 rows mixing 42U and 45U frames for varied equipment heights
• Installations requiring flexible panel selection after the structural shell is placed

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the SNE30F-4542 differ from the SNE30F-4248?

The SNE30F-4542 provides 45U of rack space in a 42-inch depth, while the SNE30F-4248 provides 42U in a 48-inch depth. Choose the 4542 when you need more rack units and can accept reduced cabinet depth; choose the 4248 when equipment depth exceeds 42 inches or the row supports the longer footprint.

Does the SNE30F-4542 include doors or side panels?

No. It is a frame-only product. Doors, side panels, and top covers are ordered separately from the SNE30 accessory catalog.

Will 10-32 threaded rails work with my servers?

10-32 threaded rails accept equipment that mounts directly with 10-32 screws. If your servers or storage arrays require cage-nut mounting to preserve manufacturer warranties, consider the SNE30F-CN-4542, which ships with universal cage-nut rails in the same 45U×42" footprint.

Can this frame be used in a raised-floor installation?

Yes. The SNE30F-4542 accepts both standard and seismic riser bases (sold separately) for direct integration with raised-floor tile openings.