Dual Access Enclosures

Dual Access Enclosures enable front and rear entry, allowing simultaneous maintenance and installation tasks without interrupting service. This design supports environments where live upgrades and field servicing are routine, reducing downtime and enabling compliance with high-availability standards such as Tier III and IV datacenter architectures. 
HY D R O L Y SIS RESIS T ANCE

Material Type & Grade

Cold-rolled steel (CRCA), SS 304/316, or Aluminum 5052-H32, depending on model

Surface Finish

Polyester powder-coated, 80–100 microns thickness, with optional zinc phosphate pre-treatment

IP Rating

IP55 or IP65 as per IEC 60529, depending on gasket configuration

NEMA Rating

NEMA 12 / NEMA 4X for indoor or corrosive environments

Impact Resistance (IK)

IK10 (IEC 62262), capable of withstanding 20 joules impact

Product Description

Built for dense copper and fiber installations, these dual access enclosures incorporate guided routing paths that maintain standardized bend radii per ANSI/TIA and IEC specs. Layered cable trays and tie-down zones minimize microbending, enabling loss-free performance in high-speed links like 100G/400G and DWDM applications. 

EMI/RFI Shielding

Integrated conductive gasketing and fully bonded panels for ≥60 dB attenuation @ 1 GHz

Thermal Management

Passive venting with perforated panels; optional fan trays or heat exchangers available

Grounding & Bonding Points

Multiple internal M6 grounding studs; compliant with NEC and IEC 60364

Sealing System

Closed-cell polyurethane or EPDM gasket with continuous compression profile

Fire Resistance Rating

UL 94 V-0 for plastic parts; entire system compliant with IEC 60695-2-11

Environmental Compliance

RoHS, REACH, WEEE compliant materials and finishes

Load Bearing Capacity

Static load up to 1000 kg; dynamic load rated at 800 kg

Operating Temperature Range

-40°C to +85°C for non-vented units; with active cooling up to +55°C

UV Stability

Outdoor powder coating tested to ISO 11341 and ASTM G154

Salt Spray Resistance

1000 hours minimum per ASTM B117 with pre-treated and powder-coated finish

Seismic Rating

Zone 4 compliant (per GR-63-CORE) with bracing kits and anchor points

Mounting Provisions

Adjustable 19″ and 23″ rack rails; front/rear cable lacing bars; DIN rail options

Dimensions

42U standard; custom options from 18U to 47U; width 600mm / 800mm; depth 800–1200mm

Weight Capacity

Up to 1000 kg distributed; tested as per IEC 60297 and ETSI EN 300 119-3

Lock Type

Dual-point latch with 3mm double-bit or keylock; electronic lock optional

Technical Advantages

The enclosures features compartmentalized airflow paths for passive cabling and active components. Perforated panels, bottom-to-top or front-to-rear venting, and CFD-informed design ensure thermal consistency, protecting sensitive optics and transceivers in high-load rack environments. 

Integrated cable entry bars and internal strain-relief points offload connector stress and prevent long-term signal degradation. Cable paths are engineered to enforce bend compliance while reducing EM interference, supporting long-haul optical and shielded copper transmission stability. 

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Industry Application

Broadcast and Media Facilities

Facilitates separation of signal and power cabling with controlled bend radii for SDI, AES, and IP video transmission.

Industrial Control Rooms

Houses field I/O, SCADA cabling, and control signals with EMI shielding and dual-access for isolated maintenance zones.

Defense and Aerospace Installations

Provides physically compartmentalized access to secure data and power circuits under MIL-STD cabling layouts and environmental shielding.

Financial Trading Infrastructure

Maintains low-latency, high-density copper cabling with rear-service access for real-time network path redundancy management.

Healthcare IT Infrastructure

Manages critical PACS and HIS cabling under HIPAA-compliant physical access control with dual-entry for secured equipment zones.

ISP Edge Nodes and PoPs

Supports high-fiber-count ingress/egress with structured routing and concurrent maintenance for low-latency last-mile access networks.

Modular and Scalable for Future Expansions

Tool-less modular rails and scalable U-space configuration support rapid integration of patch panels, power units, and transceiver hardware. The design simplifies future scaling in high-growth networks following leaf-spine or disaggregated topologies, minimizing rework and preserving cable discipline. 

Enclosures follow 19″ rack standards and are delivered with CAD files, BOM templates, and installation guides. Certified to UL 2416, IEC 60950-1, and RoHS, they meet global procurement requirements for telecom, data center, and industrial deployments. 

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How does Frigate’s dual access design support live system upgrades without service interruption?

Frigate enclosures allow simultaneous front and rear access, enabling upgrades on one side while keeping live circuits untouched on the other. This reduces downtime during patch panel expansion or hardware replacement. It is ideal for live fiber distribution systems or mission-critical control networks.

What mechanical features in Frigate enclosures ensure bend radius control for high-speed fiber cabling?

Frigate uses molded cable guides and internal radius-limiting trays to prevent microbending and macrobending losses. These components meet IEC 61754 and GR-326 bend radius specifications. They help maintain signal integrity across long-distance and high-data-rate links like 100G or DWDM.

Can Frigate enclosures be integrated into structured cabling layouts under TIA-568 and ISO/IEC 11801 standards?

Yes, Frigate’s enclosures are built to support modular patching, horizontal/vertical cable separation, and defined pathway systems. They align with ANSI/TIA-568-D structured cabling topologies. This makes them suitable for data centers, telecom COs, and distributed enterprise networks.

How does Frigate manage airflow separation inside dual access enclosures for mixed power and data environments?

Frigate designs use isolated chambers and directional venting to separate heat-producing elements from passive cable areas. Airflow can be front-to-rear or bottom-to-top, depending on rack configuration. This prevents thermal coupling between transceivers, power units, and sensitive fiber optics.

What cable strain management features are unique to Frigate’s enclosure systems?

Frigate enclosures include reinforced entry ports, strain relief brackets, and anchor points for both fiber and copper bundles. These features absorb tensile forces and prevent connector damage during maintenance. They also maintain long-term link performance in environments with frequent patching.

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