Great Lakes CMRX Series

Great Lakes CMRX Series Rack – Elite Cable Management in a Heavy-Duty Open Frame

The Great Lakes CMRX Series Rack is purpose-built for high-density cable management and structured cabling applications. Engineered for durability and unmatched versatility, this open frame rack provides a comprehensive cable support system with flexible mounting, enhanced airflow, and user-friendly assembly.

Whether used for telecom rooms, enterprise data centers, or broadcast environments, the CMRX Series offers the strength and configurability needed for the most demanding network builds.

Key Features & Benefits

Exceptional Cable Management

• Unique staggered cable management pattern with 2.75″ diameter circles on 3.25″ centers allows for unlimited cable bundling points.

• Integrated square hole pattern supports quick installation of ¼ turn “D” rings—20 rings (3.5″ x 5″) included with every rack.

• Additional square holes and FMP (Flexible Mounting Profile) sections on front and rear channels allow for the mounting of fingers, brackets, and accessories without taking up rack units.

Top Cable Waterfall Brackets

• Comes standard with four waterfall brackets, each with a 3″ bend radius—two fixed, two adjustable—for smooth cable transitions to ladder racks or trays.

• Compatible with resting cable runways directly on the rack or with optional ladder rack brackets (LRB) for elevated cable pathways.

Mounting Versatility

• Supports both 19" and 23" equipment using either #12-24 tapped rails or 3/8" square M6 channels with pre-marked RMU positions.

• Self-squaring frame design allows for toe-in or toe-out footprint orientation, making installation faster and more stable.

Heavy-Duty Load Capacity

• Built for durability, the CMRX supports up to 2,500 lbs. of static load, accommodating heavy cable loads and dense patch panel installations.

Flexible Dimensions & Configuration Options

• Available Heights:

  • 45U, 52U, 59U

• Available Depths:

  • 10.5", 16.25", 24", 30", and 36"

• Mounting Styles:

  • Tapped 12-24

  • Square M6

• Color Options:

  • Black (B)

  • Winter White (W)

Compliance & Construction

• Fully compliant with UL2416 and RoHS II standards

• Open architecture maximizes airflow and ensures compatibility with modern data center cooling strategies

Popular Accessories (Optional)

• Vertical Cable Managers (Front only or Front & Rear)

• Additional D-Ring kits in various sizes

• Finger duct kits for organized routing

• PDU mounting brackets for side-channel power integration

• Single cable management bars for structured vertical cable routing

Optimized for Scalability and Cable-Dense Environments

The Great Lakes CMRX Series Rack brings together unmatched cable management flexibility, structural integrity, and open-access mounting—all in a highly configurable frame. Ideal for structured cabling projects that demand both performance and organization.

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