Compare Our 19" Rack Cases: Specify The Best For Your Electronics

How often will you need to open your rack cases to inspect the electronics? Will you need to unscrew front panel while the case is still bolted in the rack? Or would you prefer to pull the case from the rack before you open it?

These are crucial questions. They will determine whether or not your rack case needs a front bezel. That matters because rack cases without bezels tend to be more cost-effective, thanks to their smart, simple design.

UNIMET 19" and METTEC 19" both have a front bezel. This design means the front plate is independent of the rack and can be removed while the enclosure is still in place. This can save time if regular inspections and maintenance are likely to be necessary.

The alternative is a flat-fronted model such as COMBIMET 19" – our most popular, versatile and cost-effective rack case range – or VERSAMET 19", which is very stylish but available only in a 1U height. To open the front panel, you must first pull these cases from the rack (hence their distinctive handles).

Below are some tables to help you compare all four models’ dimensions, technical features and customisation options.

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Product Overview

COMBIMET 19"

COMBIMET 19" is our most popular range of rack mount enclosures. It offers you the best choice of ventilation options. Specify Combimet with any combination of vented/unvented top and vented/unvented base as standard. Or choose the open top version – also available as standard. Watch the full technical video to learn more about this extensive range.

COMBIMET 19" >>

METTEC 19"

METTEC 19" offers easy maintenance because you can remove the front panel – even when the case is mounted in a rack. Watch the video on the METTEC page to see how easily you can remove the rear panel and slide out the PCB. The front bezel is painted grey and the case section has an anti-corrosion finish.

METTEC 19" >>

UNIMET 19"

UNIMET 19" also features a removable front panel (again, even when the case is already rack mounted) but – unlike METTEC – the PCB is pillar mounted directly on the base. The top and sides are a single piece U-section. The range is painted in a modern grey colour combination.

UNIMET 19" >>

VERSAMET 19"

VERSAMET 19" has no visible assembly screws on the front. Access is by removing first the rear panel then the base – revealing the hidden fixing screws that hold the front panel in place. Watch the video on the VERSAMET page to see an exploded view.

VERSAMET 19" >>

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• Contact Us – complete the online contact form. Email us with your requirements. You can attach documents (maximum 10MB).
• Need more help? Contact our sales team for expert technical advice – ask them about our customising services.