SmartRack 16U Low-Profile Vertical-Mount Wall-Mount Half-Height Server Rack Enclosure

Ideal Use Cases

The Eaton Tripp Lite series SmartRack SRWF16U38 is built for installations that call for server-depth rack equipment in a low-profile vertical wall-mount enclosure. Its 16U total height is arranged to secure 12U of 19-inch rack equipment and provide an additional 4U for patch panels. Devices up to 35 inches deep can be accommodated. This configuration brings equipment, patching and cable organization into one half-height cabinet, while a locking enclosure helps secure access. The stated 400-pound static load capacity makes it suitable for planned stationary rack loads within that limit.

Why Choose This Model

SRWF16U38 combines a specific mix of capacity and enclosure features: 16U rack height, server-depth compatibility, two vertical mounting rails and a standard rack depth. The extra-wide format is paired with built-in cable management, giving installers an integrated place to route cables associated with the equipment and patch-panel sections. The cabinet is steel, finished in black and vented to help keep installed equipment cool. It is also modular for easy disassembly and assembly, an important practical detail when moving the enclosure into position before final installation.

Installation and Integration

Assembly is required. For installation planning, the cabinet measures 19.685 inches wide, 38 inches high and 23.19 inches deep, and it weighs 81.5 pounds before equipment is added. The product is designed for vertical wall mounting, so the enclosure dimensions, product weight and intended stationary load should all be considered during integration. Equipment selection should remain within the 19-inch rack format and the 35-inch maximum device depth. The two vertical mounting rails define the listed mounting arrangement, while the additional 4U area can be planned for patch panels. Built-in cable management supports a more deliberate routing plan during assembly.

Performance Highlights

The enclosure is rated for a maximum static load of 400 pounds, or 181.4 kilograms as stated in the product highlights. Its equipment allocation is 12U for 19-inch rack devices, supplemented by 4U for patch panels. Maximum device depth is 35 inches, enabling use with server-depth equipment that stays within that limit. Ventilation is incorporated into the locking steel cabinet to help keep equipment cool. The enclosure’s EIA-310-E and RoHS compliance are also listed in the source specifications. Together, these details define its mechanical capacity, supported equipment envelope and compliance profile.

What Makes It Different

The defining distinction is how the model uses its 16U rack height within a vertical wall-mount, half-height design. Twelve rack units are assigned to compatible 19-inch equipment, while four additional rack units are available for patch panels. That split keeps patching capacity within the same enclosure rather than consuming the listed 12U equipment allocation. Support for devices up to 35 inches deep adds server-depth capability, and the 400-pound stationary capacity provides a clear load ceiling. The combination of an extra-wide cabinet, built-in cable management, modular construction, ventilation and a lock addresses organization, handling, airflow and access in a single enclosure.

Final Assessment

For buyers matching an enclosure to known dimensional and capacity requirements, SRWF16U38 offers a clearly documented configuration: 19.685 by 38 by 23.19 inches, 81.5 pounds, 16U total rack height and a 400-pound static load rating. It is most closely aligned with projects that require vertical wall mounting, 12U of 19-inch equipment space, 4U of patch-panel space and support for hardware up to 35 inches deep. The package contains the SRWF16U38 SmartRack enclosure cabinet, two keys and an owner’s manual. The black finish, locking vented steel construction and integrated cable management complete the supplied feature set.