Rittal VX 5308.123 IT Enclosure - 42U, Glazed Front
Part Number: 5308123
Quick Summary
Rittal VX 5308.123 IT enclosure provides secure 19-inch IT housing for data centers. Engineers struggle with airflow management, cable routing, and compliance across growing IT rooms. Key protections include IK08 impact protection and UL 2416 load compliance to support demanding installations, while ETIM and ECLASS classifications streamline procurement. The enclosure’s 42U capacity, front and rear mounting angles, and glazed front door enable scalable, predictable layouts for enterprise network equipment and edge deployments, delivering faster deployment, easier serviceability, and measurable savings in space and energy efficiency.
Product Information
Extended Description
5308123 Rittal: VX IT, 19" mounting angles, standard, front and rear, glazed door, WHD: 600 x 2000 x 1000 mm, 42 U
Article number
VX 5308.123
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 cable entry in the corner sections front and rear | Sheet steel rear door, solid, 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 / 193 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, 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
15,000 N
Max. load capacity (static) per enclosure to UL 2416
12,000 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
88.2 kg
PCF per pack (cradle-to-gate)
217.3 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
4028177945036
ETIM 9
EC002499
ECLASS 8.0
27180207
Product description
VX IT, 19" mounting angles, standard, front and rear, glazed door, WHD: 600 x 2000 x 1000 mm, 42 U
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The VX IT enclosure combines 42U capacity with 600 mm width, 2000 mm height, and 1000 mm depth, enabling high-density equipment layouts while preserving clear front and rear access for technicians in data centers and telecom rooms. This supports increased rack density with predictable service windows, reducing downtime and optimizing floor space for IT networks. Application: data centers, edge computing, and network rooms. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A glazed front aluminium door paired with a solid rear sheet steel door and 180° hinges provides secure visibility and quick access from both sides, accelerating maintenance and component swaps without sacrificing security. Application: routine servicing of servers, switches, and UPS units. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Robust materials and surface finishes (sheet steel frame, aluminium door, powder-coated rear/roof, primed frames) deliver corrosion resistance and long-term durability in challenging environments, lowering lifecycle costs and downtime risk. Application: climate-controlled IT cabinets in mixed-use facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Multi-piece roof with corner cable entries and 19" mounting angles at front and rear support flexible cabling and direct climate control integration, enabling cleaner cable management and optimized airflow for passive or active cooling. Application: server racks and network cabinets with enhanced cooling strategies. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Included spacers for passive cooling and precise spacing above fan cut-outs in the roof plate streamline thermal design, reducing fan energy use and improving component longevity. Application: high-heat IT equipment installations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: High load capacity of up to 15,000 N (static 12,000 N per UL 2416) and IK08 protection enable safe support of heavy equipment and rugged environments, minimizing structural concerns during expansion. Application: dense server arrays and telecom hardware in industrial facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Comprehensive supply includes mounting angles, fasteners, and door hardware, simplifying procurement and installation while ensuring compatibility with standard 19" equipment. Application: quick deployment and scalable upgrades in data centers and remote sites.
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FAQs
The VX 5308.123 uses standard 19-inch mounting angles at both front and rear and accommodates 42U of equipment, facilitating seamless integration with current IT racks. With 12x 482.6 mm fasteners and included mounting hardware, installation is straightforward, ensuring alignment with existing cable management schemes and minimizing downtime during upgrades or relocations.
Key specs include 600 mm width, 2,000 mm height, 1,000 mm depth and a 42U unit capacity. It supports a load capacity up to 15,000 N (static 12,000 N per UL 2416) and features IK08 impact resistance, a glazed front door, and a rear solid door. The enclosure is designed to house dense IT gear while maintaining secure access and robust protection.
Yes. The enclosure is designed for direct climate control tailored to the enclosure, including accessories for passive cooling and a roof design with corner cable entries to optimize airflow. Spacers supplied for the roof support passive cooling help reduce fan energy and improve thermal efficiency in data center environments.
The VX 5308.123 demonstrates IK08 protection and UL 2416 load compliance, ensuring durable mechanical robustness and structural integrity for heavy IT equipment. It also aligns with ETIM 9 and ECLASS 8.0 classifications to support standardized procurement and interoperability across industrial buyers.
ROI drivers include scalable 42U capacity, durable materials with powder-coated finishes, dual-access doors for rapid maintenance, and integrated passive cooling options that lower energy consumption. The robust construction reduces replacement cycles, while the standard 19-inch mounting angles and included hardware simplify deployment and future expansion, delivering predictable lifecycle costs.