Rittal VX 5305.124 VX IT Enclosure - IK08 Certified
Part Number: 5305124
Quick Summary
VX IT Enclosure protects IT hardware in data centers and industrial facilities. Engineers often battle confined airflow, limited access, and non-standard 19" rack layouts; this enclosure addresses those by offering front and rear access and climate-ready design. It features IK08 impact protection and UL 2416 compatibility to meet rugged industrial and data-center standards. For data center cabinet or IT rack applications, it simplifies rack integration, enhances serviceability, and supports efficient cooling strategies, delivering measurable uptime and space optimization.
Product Information
Extended Description
5305124 Rittal: VX IT, 19" mounting angles, standard, front and rear, glazed door, WHD: 800 x 1800 x 800 mm, 38 U
Article number
VX 5305.124
Material
Sheet steel | Aluminium | Glazed door: Single-pane safety glass, 3 mm
Surface finish
Enclosure frame: Dipcoat-primed | Interior installation: Spray-finished | Rear door and roof: Dipcoat-primed, powder-coated | Front door: Aluminium, anodised/spray-finished
General colour
RAL 7035
Colour
Enclosure frame, rear door and roof: RAL 7035 | Front door: Vertical sections, silver coloured and horizontal sections, RAL 9005 | Interior installation: RAL 9005 | Handle and hinges: RAL 9005
Supply includes
VX enclosure frame with doors and roof plate | Glazed aluminium door at the front, 180° hinges | Lock front and rear: Comfort handle for profile half-cylinders and security lock 3524 E | Mounting angles, 482.6 mm (19") | Spacers, height 50 mm, to raise a cover plate above the fan cut-out in the roof plate, for passive cooling (supplied loose). Not required for variants without a cut-out. | 12 x 482.6 mm (19") fastener, 1 U, conductive (supplied loose) | 25 multi-tooth screws, conductive (supplied loose) | IPPC pallet | Roof plate, multi-piece, with side cable entry in the depth, double-sided, prepared for fan mounting plate | Sheet steel rear door, solid, vertically divided, 180° hinges
Dimensions
Width: 800 mm | Height: 1,800 mm | Depth: 800 mm
Units
38 U
Units
38 U
Free mounting space to the 482.6 mm (19") level, front/rear
150 mm / 130 mm
Mounting position of the 482.6 mm (19") level
front and rear
Distance between levels as delivered
520 mm
482.6 mm (19") attachment
on the cross-member, screw-fastened at the top and bottom
Design
Standard
Roof design
multi-piece, with side cable entry in the depth, double-sided, prepared for fan mounting plate
Rear door design
Sheet steel door, solid, vertically divided, 180° hinges
Front door design
Glazed aluminium door, solid, one-piece, 180° hinges
Mounting angle design
482.6 mm (19") mounting angles, standard in the VX IT
Base design
Open
482.6 mm (19") level(s) version
front and rear
Mounting angles position
482.6 mm (19") level, front and rear
Load capacity
8,000 N
Max. load capacity (static) per enclosure to UL 2416
8,000 N
IK Code
IK08
Note
Depending on how and where it is sited, the door opening angle may vary for selected applications
Basic material
Sheet steel
Packs of
1 pc(s).
Weight/pack
100 kg
PCF per pack (cradle-to-gate)
246.4 kg CO2 eq (Cat B)
Note on PCF category
Category B: PCF value (cradle-to-gate) based on the product weight, approximately calculated and self-declared
EAN
4028177944909
ETIM 9
EC002499
ECLASS 8.0
27180207
Product description
VX IT, 19" mounting angles, standard, front and rear, glazed door, WHD: 800 x 1800 x 800 mm, 38 U
Feature: 38 U internal space with 482.6 mm (19") mounting angles front and rear. Business Impact: Maximizes server density while preserving accessibility for maintenance and cable management, enabling scalable configurations in data halls and automation rooms. Application: Ideal for 19" rack deployments in data centers and industrial facilities seeking efficient space utilization. Feature: Front glazed aluminium door with solid rear sheet steel door and 180° hinges. Business Impact: Quick visual inspection and secure access from both sides reduce maintenance time and improve asset security in high-traffic cabinets. Application: Suitable for network closets and production environments requiring clear visibility and robust access control. Feature: Roof plate designed for passive cooling and fan mounting plate; spacers included for a top-fan installation. Business Impact: Improves thermal management, lowering active cooling energy consumption and extending component life. Application: Critical IT and control cabinets where thermal margins are tight. Feature: Materials and finish (sheet steel frame, powder-coated rear/roof, anodised front door). Business Impact: Durable construction with corrosion resistance that lowers replacement costs and downtime. Application: Harsh industrial settings and manufacturing floors. Feature: Comprehensive mounting hardware and spacers, including 12 x 482.6 mm fasteners, 25 multi‑tooth screws, and 50 mm spacers. Business Impact: Accelerates installation and reduces field service complexity, delivering faster project turnarounds. Application: New builds and upgrade projects needing reliable, ready-to-install racks.
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FAQs
Yes. VX IT Enclosure uses standard 482.6 mm (19") mounting angles front and rear to accept common 19" equipment. With 38 U of space and adjustable mounting positions, it accommodates a wide range of servers, switches, and telecom gear while maintaining cable management and air flow.
The enclosure provides 38 U of internal space in an 800 x 1800 x 800 mm footprint. It supports a static load capacity of up to 8,000 N and features IK08 impact protection, with a weight of about 100 kg per pack, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments.
Ideal for data centers, telecom rooms, and factory floors requiring direct climate control and robust accessibility. The glazed front door enables quick visual checks, while the roof plate is prepared for fan mounting, supporting both active and passive cooling strategies in tight thermal margins.
The VX 5305.124 is IK08-rated for impact resistance and UL 2416-compliant for enclosure performance. It also carries industry-standard ETIM 9 and ECLASS 8.0 identifiers, aligning with procurement and maintenance documentation for industrial IT assets.
Pre-installed 19" mounting rails, included spacers for passive cooling, and comprehensive fasteners streamline installation, reduce labor time, and lower total cost of ownership by improving serviceability and extending component life in high-demand environments.