Rittal VX 5308.113 Enclosure - 42U, vented 19\" IT cabinet
Part Number: 5308113
Quick Summary
The Rittal VX 5308.113 Enclosure is designed to house IT network and server hardware in data centers and edge deployments. Engineers often contend with heat buildup, space constraints, and complex cable management in rack environments, making a robust IT enclosure essential. This VX IT model aligns with CE-style expectations and includes ventilated front and rear doors to support reliable cooling and airflow, with industry-standard components. Its 42U capacity and 19" mounting angles address scalable deployment while maintaining security and serviceability, helping IT teams optimize rack density, maintenance cycles, and operational uptime. By pairing strong mechanical construction with thoughtful finish and modular accessories, it delivers business value through reduced downtime and easier expansion for growing IT workloads.
Product Information
Extended Description
5308113 Rittal: VX IT, 19" mounting angles, standard, front and rear, vented, WHD: 600 x 2000 x 1000 mm, 42 U
Article number
VX 5308.113
Design
Standard | Vented | with 482.6 mm (19") mounting angles
Material
Sheet steel | Aluminium
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, vent grille at the front: RAL 9005 | Handle and hinges: RAL 9005
Supply includes
VX enclosure frame with doors and roof plate | Aluminium/sheet steel door at the front, vented (vented surface area approx. 85% perforated), 180° hinges | Sheet steel rear door, vented (vented surface area approx. 85% perforated) | 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 cable entry in the corner sections front and rear | Sheet steel rear door, vented, vertically divided, 180° hinges
Dimensions
Width: 600 mm | Height: 2,000 mm | Depth: 1,000 mm
Units
42 U
Units
42 U
Free mounting space to the 482.6 mm (19") level, front/rear
87 mm / 720 mm
Mounting position of the 482.6 mm (19") level
front and rear
Distance between levels as delivered
720 mm
482.6 mm (19") attachment
with mounting bracket screw-fastened to the frame at the top and bottom
Design
Standard
Roof design
multi-piece, with cable entry in the corner sections front and rear
Rear door design
Sheet steel door, vented, vertically divided, 180° hinges
Front door design
Aluminium/sheet steel door, vented, 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
15,000 N
Max. load capacity (static) per enclosure to UL 2416
12,000 N
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).
EAN
4028177945029
ETIM 9
EC002499
ETIM 8
EC002499
ECLASS 8.0
27180207
Product description
VX IT, 19" mounting angles, standard, front and rear, vented, WHD: 600 x 2000 x 1000 mm, 42 U
Feature: Standard 19" mounting angles and front/rear support → Business Impact: Simplifies installation and equipment swapping while preserving alignment under vibration in industrial settings → Application: Data centers, telecom rooms, and edge computing racks that require consistent rail positioning. Feature: Ventilated doors and roof design → Business Impact: Enhances passive cooling and reduces active cooling load, lowering energy use and fan noise → Application: Environments with restricted airflow or high ambient temperatures where reliable cooling is critical. Feature: 42 U capacity with 600 x 2000 x 1000 mm WHD → Business Impact: Maximizes gear density without compromising serviceability, enabling future growth without additional enclosures → Application: Multi-rack deployments in data centers and manufacturing IT spaces. Feature: Material and finish – sheet steel frame with aluminium front door and powder-coated rear/roof → Business Impact: Durable, corrosion-resistant enclosure suitable for harsh environments while maintaining a professional appearance → Application: Industrial automation floors and logistics facilities requiring robust hardware housing. Feature: Comprehensive hardware inclusion – mounting angles, spacers for passive cooling, and fasteners → Business Impact: Reduces procurement and assembly time, lowers total cost of ownership through plug-and-play compatibility → Application: Projects with tight schedules and standardized IT infrastructure. Feature: Security and accessibility – front and rear locks with 180° hinges → Business Impact: Improved device security and convenient service access for maintenance windows → Application: Sensitive network infrastructure in shared facilities or data centers requiring restricted access. Feature: Compliance-oriented metadata – ETIM 9/ETIM 8, ECLASS 8.0 mappings and standardized dimensions → Business Impact: Facilitates procurement workflows and cross-system interoperability, reducing mis-specification → Application: Enterprise procurement and IT asset management workflows.
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FAQs
Yes. This enclosure uses standard 482.6 mm (19\") mounting angles front and rear and supports 42 U of IT hardware within a 600 x 2000 x 1000 mm footprint. Included mounting brackets and screws streamline integration with common IT racks and devices.
The enclosure delivers a load capacity of up to 15,000 N (static 12,000 N per UL 2416) and features vented doors and roof with dedicated cable entries for effective airflow. Spacers are provided to raise a cover plate above fan cut-outs for passive cooling, reducing active cooling requirements.
Yes. With 42 U capacity, robust sheet steel frame, aluminium front door, and powder-coated rear/roof, it is well-suited for data centers, edge computing, telecom rooms, and industrial automation floors. Front/rear access and secure locking support reliable operation in shared or restricted spaces.
The model is cataloged with ETIM 9/ETIM 8 (EC002499) and ECLASS 8.0 (27180207). For regulatory certifications such as CE and IP ratings, verify the official datasheet or contact the supplier to confirm exact ratings by variant and regional version, as implementations may differ.
The VX 5308.113 combines modular 19" rails, secure access, and durable construction that reduces replacement cycles and maintenance downtime. Standardized hardware and included components lower upfront procurement effort while enabling scalable growth without additional enclosures, delivering lower total cost of ownership over the equipment lifecycle.