Middle Atlantic SNE30F-CN-4248 – 30" Frame, Cage-Nut, 42U×48"

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic SNE30F-CN-4248 is the cage-nut rail variant of the 30-inch SNE30 frame, providing 42U of rack space in a 48-inch depth footprint. It ships with two pairs of adjustable universal cage-nut rack rails, satisfying server manufacturer warranty requirements and accommodating equipment from any vendor that specifies cage-nut mounting. Like all SNE30F models, it is a frame-only product: doors, panels, and tops are ordered separately for project-specific configuration.

Product Description

The SNE30F-CN-4248 shares the same welded steel SNE30 frame as the 10-32 variants but substitutes universal cage-nut rails for tapped 10-32 rails, making it the preferred choice when server slide kits, blade chassis, or storage arrays require cage-nut mounting to preserve manufacturer warranties. The 30-inch overall width fits standard raised-floor tile grids and aligns with adjacent SNE30 enclosures in multi-bay configurations. At 42 rack units and 48 inches of usable depth, the frame accommodates full-depth 1U through 4U servers and high-density networking gear without extension rails or adapter kits. Cage-nut rails adjust fore and aft, allowing integrators to set equipment depth for front-mount, mid-mount, or four-post configurations depending on the load. Lever Lock compatibility allows small devices — encoders, fiber converters, access control modules — to mount in unused rack units without dedicated adapter hardware. Four casters and four leveling feet are included; the casters allow positioning under load, and the feet transfer weight once the cabinet is in place. UL listing and seismic certification satisfy insurance and code requirements common in seismically active regions. Raised-floor riser bases (sold separately) integrate the frame directly into floor-tile openings for under-floor cabling access. The panel-agnostic design lets project teams order vented, solid, or glass doors and side panels separately, deferring that decision until thermal and physical security requirements are confirmed. The full SNE30 accessory catalog — cable management, PDU brackets, blanking panels, and ventilation panels — attaches without field drilling.

Key Features

• Universal Cage-Nut Rails (2 Pair, Adjustable) — Accepts 6mm and 10-32 cage-nut hardware; satisfies server manufacturer warranty requirements.
• 30" Overall Width — Aligns with SNE30 enclosure arrays and raised-floor tile grids.
• 42U Rack Space — Accommodates high-density mixed server and networking loads.
• 48" Usable Depth — Fits full-depth servers without extension rails.
• Lever Lock Compatible — Mounts small-form-factor devices without adapter plates.
• UL Listed & Seismic Certified — Meets code requirements in seismic zones.
• Raised-Floor Ready — Accepts seismic and standard riser bases for under-floor cabling.
• Panel-Agnostic Frame — Doors and panels ordered separately to match project requirements.
• 4 Casters + 4 Leveling Feet Included — Mobile during installation; feet lock position under load.

Typical Applications

• Data center deployments requiring cage-nut rails for server slide kit and warranty compliance
• Mixed-vendor IT environments where universal rail compatibility is required
• AV/IT convergence racks with blade chassis or storage arrays specifying cage-nut mounting
• Multi-bay SNE30 enclosure rows where some frames carry cage-nut equipment
• Raised-floor installations in seismically rated facilities

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between SNE30F-CN-4248 and SNE30F-4248?

The SNE30F-CN-4248 includes universal cage-nut rack rails, while the SNE30F-4248 includes 10-32 threaded rack rails. Choose the CN variant when equipment vendors require cage-nut mounting for warranty compliance or when mixing hardware from multiple vendors that use different fastener standards.

Does the SNE30F-CN-4248 include doors or side panels?

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

Can cage-nut and 10-32 equipment be mixed in the same frame?

The cage-nut rails in this model accept both 6mm cage nuts and 10-32 cage nuts, so most standard rack equipment mounts without issue. If equipment requires tapped 10-32 threaded holes specifically, consider the SNE30F-4248 instead.

Is this frame compatible with the same SNE30 accessories as the 10-32 variants?

Yes. All SNE30F frames share the same outer dimensions and accessory mounting points, so panels, cable managers, and PDU brackets from the SNE30 catalog attach identically regardless of rail type.