6U Wall Mount Network Rack for 19 Inch Equipment - Glass Locking Door

In this review the 6U Wall Mount Network Rack is evaluated for small offices and IT closets that need secure, compact rack space. The bottom line: this CHEALON-style cabinet is best for users who want a durable, standards-compliant wall cabinet that keeps 19 in networking gear organized and locked while supporting modest loads; its main selling point is a rigid cold rolled steel body with a tempered glass locking door that balances security and visibility.

Key Features

• Durable construction: The cabinet is built from cold rolled steel with a black laser coated finish, providing corrosion resistance and the strength to support up to 110 lbs of equipment.
• Standards compliant: Fully compliant with EIA/ECA-310 standards, so it fits generic 19 in rack equipment without fitment surprises.
• Compact 6U capacity: The 17.72 in deep by 21.65 in wide by 13.78 in high footprint gives a full 6U of usable rack space in a compact wall-mount form factor.
• Secure access: A tempered glass front door locks to prevent unauthorized access while still allowing a quick visual check of status lights.
• Cable management ready: Pre-drilled wiring holes at the top, back and bottom reduce cable clutter and simplify passthrough for power and network runs.
• Cooling provisions: Two ventilation ports and pre-installed mounting holes at the top allow for passive airflow or addition of cooling fans to improve heat dissipation.

Who It's For

The cabinet is aimed at small business IT staff, installers and home lab users who need a neat, secure place to mount switches, patch panels, small routers and modems where floor space is limited. Its 6U capacity and 17.72 in depth suit shallow to medium-depth 19 in devices typically found in office wiring closets.

Those who need heavy server gear, large UPS systems or high-density 1U rack farms should look elsewhere because the 110 lb load rating and compact depth limit heavy or deep equipment. Users requiring extensive internal shelves or full-depth equipment should consider a larger floor cabinet instead.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Sturdy cold rolled steel frame with a durable black finish offers reliable long-term protection for network gear.
• Tempered glass locking door provides security while allowing quick visual checks of indicator lights.
• Pre-drilled wiring holes and mounting points simplify cable routing and fan installation, saving installation time.
• Compliance with EIA/ECA-310 ensures broad compatibility with 19 in hardware.

Cons

• Maximum load of 110 lbs and 17.72 in depth mean it is not suitable for very heavy or deep servers and UPS units.
• Ventilation is basic out of the box; active cooling requires adding fans to the pre-drilled top mounts for high-heat deployments.

Specifications

Brand	CHEALON (style)
Mount type	Wall mount cabinet
Rack units	6U
Fits equipment	19 in network rack gear
External dimensions	17.72 in D x 21.65 in W x 13.78 in H
Material and finish	Cold rolled steel, black laser coated
Max supported weight	110 lbs

Our Verdict

For small offices, branch sites and home labs that need a tidy, secure wall cabinet for switches and modest networking gear, this 6U wall mount rack is good value: it combines solid steel construction, EIA/ECA-310 compatibility and a locking tempered glass door at a compact footprint. Those with deep, heavy servers or large UPS requirements should choose a larger floor cabinet, but for everyday network equipment this model balances security, ventilation provisions and cable routing well.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this rack fit standard 19 in switches?
Yes. It is fully compliant with EIA/ECA-310 and designed to accommodate 19 in rack mount equipment within a 6U depth of 17.72 in.

Can the door open to either side?
The cabinet door is customizable for opening direction so it can be configured to suit narrow mounting locations.

Is active cooling supported?
There are two cooling vents and pre-drilled top mounting holes for fans, so you can add active cooling if required for higher heat loads.