Mechanical structures for electronic equipment - dimensions of cabinets and racks of the 482.6 mm (19-inch) series.
The standard specifies the basic dimensions of front panels, subracks, chassis, racks and cabinets of the 482.6 mm (19-inch) system. Subsequent 60297-3-1xx parts give detailed dimensions for individual elements, using the basic dimensions of Part 3-100 as the interface.
The standard concerns only dimensions and mechanical interchangeability; climatic, mechanical and shielding tests are contained in the IEC 61587 series.
Compliance with IEC 60297-3-100 guarantees mechanical interchangeability of 19" subracks, panels and modules between manufacturers, allowing mixed equipment to be installed in an onboard or trackside cabinet without adapters.
