CPI: GlobalFrame Gen 2 Cabinet System Overview

CPI’s GF-Series GlobalFrame Gen 2 Cabinet System is tailored for data centers, computer rooms or network facilities as an industry-standard server and network equipment storage solution. 

The second generation GF-Series GlobalFrame is equipped with new size and finish options, enhanced panels and doors and smarter airflow management. The solution is available in two specific configurations that meet most application requirements:

• Standard cabinets with perforated front and rear doors support front-to-rear airflow for hot aisle/cold aisle or aisle containment applications. 
• High-density cabinets with perforated front and solid rear doors and a top-mount Vertical Exhaust Duct guide hot exhaust air away from the cabinet to support a closed return application.

Features include:

• UL Listed 2416 - meets new UL requirements for equipment cabinets
• Now available in 52U height, 700 mm width and 1100 mm depth to maximize space
• Adjustable-depth Z-shaped mounting rails help block airflow around equipment
• Top panels cable openings accommodate high-amperage PDU power plugs
• Locking side panels and doors secure equipment
• Now available in Glacier White finish to reflect more light
• Maximum front-to-rear rail depths are increased to support deeper equipment. 
• Top and bottom panels include snap on plastic grommets to seal cable openings 
• Perforated doors are 78% open to maximize airflow
• Improved Air Dam accessory (ordered separately) creates an airflow barrier around the rails to block bypass air inside the cabinet
• Up to 3000 lb (1360 kg) static load rating
• 19” EIA rack-mount width
• Square-punched mounting rails with U markings for fast equipment installation