StarTech.com Black Shelf, 2 U, 23kg Load, 482mm x 22 in

This shelf provides a ventilated support surface for mounting and organising network or server equipment within a standard rack. Finished in black and constructed from steel, it occupies a 2U rack space and is suitable for environments requiring a sturdy, open-design platform for devices that need airflow.

• Vented design promotes consistent airflow for heat dissipation
• Steel construction delivers robust support for installed hardware
• TAA compliance meets procurement requirements for certain facilities
• 23kg maximum load capacity accommodates moderate-weight equipment
• 483mm width integrates with standard rack mounting profiles
• 22in depth supports deeper devices and cable management needs

• Suitable for mounting patch panels with cooling needs
• Ideal for holding network switches in communications racks
• Used for storing power distribution units in equipment cabinets
• Can be used for consolidating small servers within a rack bay
• Used for organising testing instruments in automation labs

It is specified to carry up to 23kg, allowing placement of moderate-mass devices while maintaining structural integrity.

The ventilated surface permits Air circulation beneath equipment, reducing thermal build-up for components that rely on passive cooling.

A black finish is applied to a steel body to provide a Durable surface suited to repeated installation and handling.

It consumes 2U of rack space, enabling predictable planning of vertical allocation within rack layouts.