StarTech.com Black Shelf, 2 U, 22.6kg Load, 465mm x 22 in

This shelf provides a compact, rack-mounted support surface for equipment within a standard server or network cabinet. Designed for installation in a 2U bay, it offers a sturdy platform for non-rackmount devices and accessories used in automation, electronics and electrical systems. The unit features a black finish and steel construction for integration into industrial and technical rack environments.

• 22.6kg static capacity supports heavier non-rack devices • Non-vented design prevents ingress and simplifies cable management • TAA compliance meets procurement requirements for certain deployments • Steel construction provides robust load-bearing rigidity • 2U profile conserves vertical rack space for other modules • Black finish reduces Visual distraction in rack assemblies

• Suitable for mounting power supplies and control modules in racks • Ideal for holding test instruments in electronics labs • Used with cable organisers and patch panels as an accessory shelf • Can be used for spare parts storage within equipment cabinets • Suitable for supporting monitoring hardware in automation racks

It mounts into a standard 2U rack position using front rails, aligning with common 19in rack spacing for secure placement.

The surface is non-vented, so Active cooling should be provided elsewhere in the cabinet for heat-generating equipment placed on it.

The black steel construction offers a durable, low-reflectance surface suitable for industrial and technical environments where mechanical resilience is needed.

It occupies a 2U height, equivalent to an 88mm tall rack allocation.