APC AR3006 48U NetShelter Server Rack Cabinet

Overview

The APC AR3006 is a 48U enclosed server rack cabinet designed to house and organize standard 19‑inch rack‑mount IT infrastructure such as servers, storage arrays, networking switches, and power distribution units. It is deployed by infrastructure engineers, data center technicians, and network architects in enterprise server rooms, data closets, and edge compute environments where structured equipment mounting, cable management, and predictable airflow are required. The cabinet provides a rigid frame with comprehensive access for equipment installation, service, and long‑term stability.

This enclosure supports 48U of vertical equipment height, enabling deployment of deeper and higher‑density configurations within a single rack footprint. Adjustable front and rear mounting rails accommodate a wide range of chassis depths, from shallow networking hardware to deep‑chassis servers. Removable side panels, paired with front and rear doors, facilitate cable routing and service access, supporting organized installations and maintenance cycles.

The AR3006 rack cabinet is engineered to help maintain airflow around installed equipment. Ventilated panels improve convection and integration with room‑level cooling systems or supplemental rack cooling accessories. The structure also supports integration with cable management elements and rack power distribution units to centralize and segregate power and data cabling, reducing clutter and improving serviceability.

Typical deployments include housing virtualization hosts, SAN storage systems, and network core devices in centralized communications closets or data rooms. The cabinet’s design supports fixed, long‑term infrastructure deployments where physical security, airflow organization, and structured cabling are essential. This cabinet is not intended for mobile or temporary installations.

Key Features

• 48U enclosed 19‑inch rack cabinet
• Adjustable mounting rails for varied chassis depths
• Ventilated front and rear doors for airflow
• Removable side panels aid cable routing
• Designed for structured IT infrastructure installations