Rittal TS IT / TS IT Pro
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Rittal's current 19-inch data center rack, with a 750 lb static-rating gap in its own literature
Rittal TS IT / TS IT Pro is one of 3 racks and enclosures tracked in the SecondWatt catalogue, each with specifications, lead times and indicative secondary-market pricing.
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Rittal TS IT and TS IT Pro server rack pricing, specs and pre-purchase inspection guide for data center buyers evaluating used 19-inch cabinets.
Why it matters
Rittal's own literature disagrees with itself: a February 2021 TS IT Pro spec sheet states 3,750 lb static for the 42U/48U line, while Rittal's own sheet for the 24U variant of the identical 600 by 1070 mm footprint states 3,000 lb — a 750 lb, 20 percent gap between two manufacturer documents, not merely OEM versus distributor. Confirm the rating documented for the exact part number in hand rather than quoting the family headline figure.
Who buys it
Colocation, hyperscale, and enterprise data center operators sourcing 19-inch server cabinets for new or expanding white space, plus ITAD dealers and brokers pricing decommissioned Rittal enclosures pulled from retired rows. A buyer matching into an existing TS IT or TS IT Pro row needs the exact part number's rated capacity, not the family average, before adding compute or network load.
Role in the data center
White-space IT cabinet housing rack-mount servers, network switches, and PDUs behind perforated front and split-rear doors in colocation, hyperscale, edge, and enterprise data center rooms.
Key specifications
| U height (base TS IT, observed) | 24, 42, 47 U |
|---|---|
| U height (TS IT Pro, observed) | 24, 42, 48 U |
| External width (base TS IT) | 600 / 700 / 800 mm |
| External width (TS IT Pro) | 600 / 750 mm |
| External depth (base TS IT) | 1000 / 1050 / 1200 mm |
| External depth (TS IT Pro) | 1070 / 1200 mm |
| Static weight rating, base TS IT (disputed across SKUs, see notes) | 15,000 N (~3,372 lb) [800x1200mm]; 10,000 N per mounting level [700x1050mm] N / lb |
| Static weight rating, TS IT Pro (disputed across Rittal's own sheets, see notes) | 3,750 lb (general 42U/48U sheet) vs. 3,000 lb (24U-specific sheet, same 600x1070mm footprint) lb |
| Dynamic/rolling weight rating, TS IT Pro | 2,250 lb (1,020 kg) |
| Rail type / adjustability | Two 19in/482.6mm EIA-310-E rails, front and rear, depth-adjustable, square M6 cage-nut holes, tool-less mounting none |
| Door perforation | ~85 % open area, front and rear |
| Side panel config / accessory price | Two-piece, quick-release, lockable cam lock; split sidewall accessory (5501035) $677.47 |
| Caster kit rating / price | 2,250 lb dynamic (1,020 kg) per cabinet, 28in-wide kit (9967481) $405.27 (MSRP $421.48) |
| Lock type | Front: semi-cylinder, security lock 3524; Rear: security lock 3524 E; TS IT Pro adds a 4-point locking rod none |
| Standards listed, base TS IT vs. TS IT Pro | Base: EIA 310 E, EN 60950, UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07, RoHS, UL 94, ANSI-J-STD-607-A (no UL 2416 found). Pro: EIA 310E, UL 60950-1, UL 2416, cUL none |
| IP rating by door type | IP 55 on glazed-door variants; perforated-door (data center standard) variants carry no stated IP rating in any source checked none |
Configurations and options
Door type is perforated (approximately 85% open, the standard data center configuration) or glazed (rated IP 55). External width runs 600, 700, 750, or 800mm and depth 1000, 1050, 1070, or 1200mm depending on sub-line and SKU. Side panels ship as an optional two-piece, quick-release, cam-locked accessory rather than as standard equipment on every SKU, and several distributor listings show units sold explicitly without them.
Compatibility and dependencies
Mounting rails use M6 cage nuts on 19in EIA-310-E centers, with tool-less installation on TS IT Pro. Baying and connector-bar hardware is cross-listed as compatible with Rittal's TS 8 and VX IT lines, though the cabinets themselves are not interchangeable. The OEM caster kit (9967481) sets the cabinet's 2,250 lb dynamic rating directly, so a swapped or missing caster kit changes that figure.
Pricing and availability
Published price range: $899-$2,995 per cabinet across used and new-OEM listings observed. Trend: flat Lead time, used or refurbished: Used/secondary listings observed (eBay, SPW Industrial, Compan-IT) read as spot inventory rather than backordered, though the Compan-IT unit was listed out of stock at time of access..
Common failure points
- Caster wheels — Wheel tread worn flat or a wheel missing, cabinet rolls unevenly or won't stay level
- Door hinges — Door sags, no longer closes flush, or the 180-degree hinge binds partway
- Cage nut threads — M6 cage nut spins freely instead of seating, or the square cutout is deformed
- Side panel cam locks — Panel rattles or won't latch because the cam lock is seized or missing its key
- Static/dynamic rating mismatch — Buyer assumes the 3,750 lb TS IT Pro headline figure applies to a 24U unit that Rittal's own separate spec sheet rates at 3,000 lb
- Frame or base/plinth corrosion — Rust or pitting on a load-bearing rail or base member, sometimes hidden under an intact side panel
- Missing baying/connector hardware — A cabinet pulled from a multi-cabinet row arrives without its connector bars or baying brackets
Inspection checklist
Confirm the nameplate reads "TS IT" or "TS IT PRO" and record the full part number — 5503-5527.xxx or 9982xxx — since the two sub-lines carry different documented weight ratings. Verify the static weight rating documented for this exact U-height, width and depth combination — do not assume the 3,750 lb TS IT Pro figure applies to a 24U unit, which Rittal's own sheet rates at 3,000 lb. Check mounting-rail cage-nut positions across the full rail length — a 42U rail carries dozens of M6 positions, and any stripped or elongated hole adds to the parts count. Torque-test a sample of 10 cage nuts per rail — confirm each still seats in the standard M6 range rather than spinning loose in a worn hole. Count and photograph all 4 doors — 1 front, 2-piece split rear — since used TS IT listings frequently ship with doors or side panels absent. Confirm door perforation is intact at the rated 85% open area — with no crushed or missing honeycomb sections front or rear. Cycle both door locks through 2 full open-and-close cycles — semi-cylinder front, security-insert rear — and confirm the key set is present. On TS IT Pro units, inspect the 4-point locking rod — check for bent linkage or a rod that fails to fully retract when the lock is released. Inspect caster wheel tread for wear or damage — the OEM kit is rated 2,250 lb dynamic per cabinet, and a worn wheel derates that figure immediately. Confirm all 4 leveling feet are present and turn freely — a unit on casters alone with feet missing cannot be safely stabilized once loaded. Check both side panels for presence, dents and an intact cam lock — a replacement pair runs roughly $677. Inspect the roof plate's cable-entry brush baffles — look for tears or missing brush-strip segments along the full length. Measure actual external width and depth against the nameplate's published dimensions — a gap wider than about 5mm flags a mislabeled or re-badged unit. Check load-bearing frame and base members for corrosion — not just cosmetic panel scuffing, since the touch-up-paint accessory covers cosmetic repair only. Confirm baying-kit hardware and connector bars are included if the unit came from a multi-cabinet row — these parts are shared across the row and often stay behind when one cabinet ships alone.
Procurement channels
New-OEM units are available through CDW, Anixter, Radwell, Amazon, Netceed, and Server Racks Online; used and secondary units surface on eBay, SPW Industrial, and Compan-IT. Freight is not incidental: one EU listing (Compan-IT) quotes 350 EUR per cabinet, and against this sample's lowest used price of $899, a comparable US domestic freight charge would represent 33 to 78 percent of the item's own purchase price. That is consistent with the category-wide pattern of freight, not brand or condition grading, dominating used-rack economics.