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Originally Posted by RockingDad
Hi all,
Rack equipment.....on the racks themselves, say you have a 10u rack. What does the 'u' stand for? (Unit?) i'm guessing that it's the number of bays the rack has is that right? also it would take something like a 3u + 3u + 2u + 2u rack equipment?
Also a rack i've seen has the mounting screw holes at the front and nothing at the back like here:
http://www.turnkey.co.uk/web/product...10&context=WEB
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That one will hold most units just fine. But I wouldn't put any units in there that you consider 'heavy', although think about this: place the heaviest unit on the bottom space and move up accordingly. They'll support the other units just fine. Beware of allowing vent space for units that need that. The regular 1U and 2U pieces that are out there shouldn't be a problem. If you do have a heavy piece or two, consider getting a 1 or 2U rack shelf to help support the weight.
I was searching around Turnkey and I didn't see much in the way of these things, so maybe another online store would be good.
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Originally Posted by RockingDad
Can anyone suggest alternatives? I would like a rack with a top surface to put the laptop and mixer on (i've bought a Behringer Eurorack 1002)
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If you want to go with a table top rack, the QuickLok products are ok, but the Middle Atlantic Products are much sturdier. Racks with top surfaces are often called RotoRacks (portable racks). Check for products from SKB.
Steve