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- the present invention relates to storage racks used for storage of electronic components.
- the lacer bars generally include a plurality of pre-formed openings, facilitating connection of the cables to the lacer bar using conventional connectors such as plastic cable ties.
- adjustable depth four-column electronics storage racks such as that disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 6,655,533 (Guebre-Tsadik).
- the invention of the '533 patent is disclosed to be adjustable in depth between 450 mm and 1050 mm (a range of approximately 17.7 inches to 41.3 inches).
- adjustable depth storage racks such as those disclosed in the '533 patent, a need exists for adjustable length lacer bars adapted for use with adjustable depth storage racks.
- the size of electronic equipment that must be rear hung determines the spacing between the front and rear vertical columns of an enclosure. Since there is no standard for these depths, which vary greatly, the use of telescoping lacer bars increases the flexibility of cable management and accessory installation within the enclosure.
- the invention is an adjustable length lacer bar assembly for use with an electronics storage rack having first and second columns.
- the lacer bar assembly comprises a first elongated member having a first end and a second end, and a second elongated member having a first end and a second end.
- the first end of the second member is telescopically received by the second end of the first member such that the lacer bar assembly is adjustable in length.
- the first end of the first member is connectable to the first column and the second end of the second member is connectable to the second column.
- the electronics rack preferably has third and fourth columns.
- a first lacer bar assembly is connectable to the first and second columns, a second lacer bar assembly is connectable to the third and fourth columns, and a third lacer bar is connectable to the first and second lacer bar assemblies.
- the first member includes a first tab proximate the first member first end
- the second member includes a second tab proximate the second member second end.
- the first and second tabs each define at least one hole adapted for receipt of a fastener for respectively connecting the first and second members to the first and second columns.
- the first and second members move telescopically relative to one another in an axial direction.
- the first and second tab holes each have a central axis perpendicular to the hole.
- the central axes of the holes may extend substantially perpendicular to the axial direction or, alternatively, substantially parallel to the axial direction.
- the first member comprises a generally rectangular frame defining a central opening and the second member has a generally rectangular body defining a plurality of slots and holes.
- each of the first and second members may have a body defining a plurality of slots and holes.
- the length of the lacer bar assembly has a retracted configuration wherein the second member is telescopically received by the first member such that the second member substantially overlaps the first member and a total length of the lacer bar assembly is substantially equal to a length of the first member.
- the length of the lacer bar assembly has an extended configuration wherein the second member is extended away from the first member and the total length of the lacer bar assembly is substantially equal to the length of the first member plus a length of the second member.
- the lacer bars may be supplied in various sizes, having various retracted and extended lengths. Preferably, the retracted length ranges between 16 to 36 inches and the extended length ranges between 26 to 50 inches.
- the invention is an adjustable length lacer bar assembly for use with an electronics storage rack.
- the lacer bar assembly comprises a first elongated member having a first end, a second end and a first tab proximate the first end.
- a second elongated member has a first end, a second end and a second tab proximate the second end.
- the first end of the second member is telescopically received by the second end of the first member such that the lacer bar assembly is adjustable in length.
- Each of the first and second tabs defines a fastener hole having a central axis perpendicular to the hole.
- the first and second members move telescopically relative to one another in an axial direction.
- the central axis of the fastener hole of each of the first and second tabs is substantially perpendicular to the axial direction.
- the invention is an adjustable length lacer bar assembly for use with an electronics storage rack.
- the lacer bar assembly comprises a first elongated member having a first end, a second end, and a first tab proximate the first end.
- a second elongated member has a first end, a second end and a second tab proximate the second end.
- the first end of the second member is telescopically received by the second end of the first member such that the lacer bar assembly is adjustable in length.
- Each of the first and second tabs defines a hole having a central axis perpendicular to the hole.
- the first and second members move telescopically relative to one another in an axial direction.
- the central axis of the fastener hole of each of the first and second tabs is substantially parallel to the axial direction.
- FIG. 1 is an upper perspective view of a telescoping lacer bar assembly in accordance with a first preferred embodiment of the present invention, shown having a first overall length.
- FIG. 2 is an upper perspective view of the telescoping lacer bar assembly of FIG. 1 , shown having a second overall length.
- FIG. 3 is an upper perspective view of the telescoping lacer bar assembly of FIG. 1 , shown having a third overall length.
- FIG. 4 is an upper perspective view of a telescoping lacer bar assembly in accordance with a second preferred embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 5 is a perspective view of a portion of an electronic storage rack showing the telescoping lacer bars of FIGS. 1 and 4 connected to the rack.
- FIGS. 1-3 and 5 a first embodiment of an adjustable length lacer bar assembly (or “lacer bar”) which is generally identified by the reference numeral 10 .
- the lacer bar 10 comprises a first elongated member 20 and a second elongated member 40 .
- the lacer bar 10 has an overall length L, which is adjustable between a retracted position (not illustrated) and an extended position (not illustrated). In moving between the retracted and extended positions, the first and second elongated members 20 , 40 move telescopically relative to one another in an axial direction T.
- the lacer bar 10 is intended for use with an electronics storage rack 100 (see FIG. 5 ) having at least a first column 101 and a second column 102 .
- the electronics storage rack 100 also includes a third column 103 and a fourth column (not illustrated).
- the first through fourth columns include a plurality of attachment holes 104 .
- the columns are secured together by structural members 105 .
- the lacer bar 10 is not intended as a primary structural element of the electronics rack 100 . That is, the electronics rack 100 is a stable structure without any lacer bar 10 being connected to the electronics rack 100 .
- the lacer bar 10 does increase the lateral and torsional stability of the electronic rack 100 when connected to the electronics rack 100
- the primary function of the lacer bar 10 is to provide a convenient structure to facilitate management of cables connected to and from electronic components (not illustrated) and to add additional mounting points for accessories (for example, power distribution components (not illustrated)) stored within the electronics rack 100 .
- the lacer bar 10 also allows intermediate columns (not illustrated) to be installed within the electronics rack 100 , without interfering with adjustment of the lacer bars 10 .
- the first elongated member 20 has a first end 22 and a second end 24 .
- the first member 20 includes a first tab 26 proximate the first member first end 22 .
- the first tab 26 has at least one hole 28 .
- the first tab hole 28 has a central axis 30 perpendicular to the hole 28 .
- the hole 28 is preferably formed in the tab 26 such that its central axis 30 extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the axial direction T.
- the first member 20 is connected to the first column 101 by fasteners that are installed through the hole 28 and through an attachment hole 104 in the column.
- the first member 20 is formed as a generally rectangular frame 32 with at least one central opening 34 .
- the second elongated member 40 has a first end 42 and a second end 44 .
- the second member 40 includes a second tab 46 near the second end 44 of the second member.
- the second tab 46 has at least one hole 48 .
- the hole 48 has a central axis 50 perpendicular to the hole 48 .
- the hole 48 is preferably formed in the tab 46 such that its central axis 50 extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the axial direction T.
- the second member 40 is connectable to the second column 102 by fasteners installable through the at least one hole 48 and through an attachment hole 104 in the column.
- the second member 40 has a generally rectangular body 52 .
- the body 52 of the second member preferably includes a plurality of connector holes and slots 54 .
- the holes and slots 54 provide a convenient mechanism for attaching various items to the second member 40 .
- a power strip 60 may be mounted to one or more of the lacer bar assemblies 10 .
- the power strip 60 is mounted to the second member 40 through the use of one or more of the connector holes and/or slots 54 .
- a mounting plate 62 may be mounted to the second members 40 of one or more lacer bars 10 for providing additional mounting locations.
- conventional cable ties may be threaded through a hole or slot 54 and wrapped around one or more cables 64 to secure the cables 64 to the second member 40 , and/or cable clips 65 can be attached to the lacer bar 10 , such as by being snapped into the holes.
- the first end 42 of the second member 40 is telescopically received by the second end 24 of the first member 20 such that the overall length L of the lacer bar assembly 10 is adjustable.
- the second member 40 In the retracted configuration (not illustrated) the second member 40 is telescopically received by the first member 20 such that the second member 40 substantially overlaps the first member 20 and the overall length L of the lacer bar assembly 10 is substantially equal to a length L 1 of the first member 20 .
- the second member 40 In the extended configuration (not illustrated) the second member 40 is extended away from the first member 20 and the overall length L of the lacer bar assembly 10 is substantially equal to the first member length L 1 plus a length L 2 of the second member.
- L 1 , L 2 , and L 3 illustrate three preferred versions of the lacer bar assembly 10 having three different overall lengths L 1 , L 2 , and L 3 , in which the first member length L 1 is provided in three lengths L 1 1 , L 1 2 , and L 1 3 and the second member length L 2 is provided in three lengths L 2 1 , L 2 2 , and L 2 3 .
- L 1 1 is 13.75 inches
- L 1 2 is 18.25 inches
- L 1 3 is 33.25 inches
- L 2 1 is 13.75 inches
- L 2 2 is 18.25 inches and L 2 3 is 33.25 inches.
- the preferred retracted lengths are approximately 16, 20, and 36 inches while the preferred extended lengths are approximately 26, 36, and 50 inches, respectively for the versions shown in FIGS. 1-3 .
- the first and second members 20 and 40 may be provided in a wide range of lengths.
- the lacer bar assembly 110 is generally similar to lacer bar assembly 10 in its structure and operation.
- the first member 120 of lacer bar 110 is provided with a first tab 126 having a tab hole 28 with a central axis 130 perpendicular to the hole, wherein the hole central axis 130 extends in a direction substantially parallel to the axial direction T.
- the first member 120 has a frame 132 with a plurality of principal openings 134 , as well as a plurality of smaller connector slots and holes 136 .
- the second member 140 of lacer bar 110 is provided with a second tab 146 having a tab hole 48 with a central axis 150 perpendicular to the hole, wherein the hole central axis 150 extends in a direction substantially parallel to the axial direction T, and preferably axially aligned with the central axis 130 of the first hole.
- the second member 140 also includes a body 152 with a plurality of connector holes and slots 154 , similar to the body in the first embodiment.
- both the first and second members 120 , 140 are provided with a plurality of connector slots and holes 136 , 154 .
- the lacer bar 110 of the second embodiment is adapted to connect to either electronic rack columns (which is shown in FIG. 5 as the connection between the first and third columns 101 , 103 ).
- the lacer bar 110 of the second embodiment can be connected to a pair of opposing lacer bar assemblies, either of the first embodiment 10 or the second embodiment 110 , that are themselves connected to the columns.
- the lacer bar 110 of the second embodiment can be connected to a pair of opposing column brackets (or “rack rail brackets”) 105 .
- the first and second lacer bar assemblies 10 , 110 are preferably fabricated from conventional materials, such as steel or aluminum, using conventional fabrication techniques, such as stamping and laser cutting.
- adjustable length lacer bar is thus provided, well-suited for use with adjustable size electronics storage racks.
- the adjustable length lacer bar may also be used with fixed size electronics storage racks.
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- The present application claims priority from U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/633,221, filed Dec. 3, 2004, which is incorporated herein in its entirety.
- The present invention relates to storage racks used for storage of electronic components.
- It is known to provide fixed length lacer bars as an accessory to storage racks used for storage of electronic components. For example, Middle Atlantic Products, Inc. of Riverdale, N.J. provides a variety of fixed length lacer bars adapted for horizontal installation between vertical columns of an electronics storage rack. Electrical cables to and from the electronic components stored in the rack are secured to the lacer bars to reduce undesirable loads transferred by the cable to the cable connector and to improve tidiness and management of the cables within the rack. The lacer bars generally include a plurality of pre-formed openings, facilitating connection of the cables to the lacer bar using conventional connectors such as plastic cable ties.
- It is further known to provide adjustable depth four-column electronics storage racks, such as that disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 6,655,533 (Guebre-Tsadik). The invention of the '533 patent is disclosed to be adjustable in depth between 450 mm and 1050 mm (a range of approximately 17.7 inches to 41.3 inches).
- In view of the adjustable depth storage racks such as those disclosed in the '533 patent, a need exists for adjustable length lacer bars adapted for use with adjustable depth storage racks. In most cases, the size of electronic equipment that must be rear hung determines the spacing between the front and rear vertical columns of an enclosure. Since there is no standard for these depths, which vary greatly, the use of telescoping lacer bars increases the flexibility of cable management and accessory installation within the enclosure.
- In a first aspect, the invention is an adjustable length lacer bar assembly for use with an electronics storage rack having first and second columns. The lacer bar assembly comprises a first elongated member having a first end and a second end, and a second elongated member having a first end and a second end. The first end of the second member is telescopically received by the second end of the first member such that the lacer bar assembly is adjustable in length. The first end of the first member is connectable to the first column and the second end of the second member is connectable to the second column.
- The electronics rack preferably has third and fourth columns. A first lacer bar assembly is connectable to the first and second columns, a second lacer bar assembly is connectable to the third and fourth columns, and a third lacer bar is connectable to the first and second lacer bar assemblies.
- According to one embodiment, the first member includes a first tab proximate the first member first end, and the second member includes a second tab proximate the second member second end. The first and second tabs each define at least one hole adapted for receipt of a fastener for respectively connecting the first and second members to the first and second columns.
- The first and second members move telescopically relative to one another in an axial direction. The first and second tab holes each have a central axis perpendicular to the hole. The central axes of the holes may extend substantially perpendicular to the axial direction or, alternatively, substantially parallel to the axial direction.
- According to one embodiment, the first member comprises a generally rectangular frame defining a central opening and the second member has a generally rectangular body defining a plurality of slots and holes. Alternatively, each of the first and second members may have a body defining a plurality of slots and holes.
- The length of the lacer bar assembly has a retracted configuration wherein the second member is telescopically received by the first member such that the second member substantially overlaps the first member and a total length of the lacer bar assembly is substantially equal to a length of the first member. The length of the lacer bar assembly has an extended configuration wherein the second member is extended away from the first member and the total length of the lacer bar assembly is substantially equal to the length of the first member plus a length of the second member. The lacer bars may be supplied in various sizes, having various retracted and extended lengths. Preferably, the retracted length ranges between 16 to 36 inches and the extended length ranges between 26 to 50 inches.
- In a further aspect, the invention is an adjustable length lacer bar assembly for use with an electronics storage rack. The lacer bar assembly comprises a first elongated member having a first end, a second end and a first tab proximate the first end. A second elongated member has a first end, a second end and a second tab proximate the second end. The first end of the second member is telescopically received by the second end of the first member such that the lacer bar assembly is adjustable in length. Each of the first and second tabs defines a fastener hole having a central axis perpendicular to the hole. The first and second members move telescopically relative to one another in an axial direction. The central axis of the fastener hole of each of the first and second tabs is substantially perpendicular to the axial direction.
- In yet a further aspect, the invention is an adjustable length lacer bar assembly for use with an electronics storage rack. The lacer bar assembly comprises a first elongated member having a first end, a second end, and a first tab proximate the first end. A second elongated member has a first end, a second end and a second tab proximate the second end. The first end of the second member is telescopically received by the second end of the first member such that the lacer bar assembly is adjustable in length. Each of the first and second tabs defines a hole having a central axis perpendicular to the hole. The first and second members move telescopically relative to one another in an axial direction. The central axis of the fastener hole of each of the first and second tabs is substantially parallel to the axial direction.
- For the purpose of illustrating the invention, there are shown in the drawings forms of the invention which are presently preferred; it being understood, however, that this invention is not limited to the precise arrangements and instrumentalities shown. In the drawings:
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FIG. 1 is an upper perspective view of a telescoping lacer bar assembly in accordance with a first preferred embodiment of the present invention, shown having a first overall length. -
FIG. 2 is an upper perspective view of the telescoping lacer bar assembly ofFIG. 1 , shown having a second overall length. -
FIG. 3 is an upper perspective view of the telescoping lacer bar assembly ofFIG. 1 , shown having a third overall length. -
FIG. 4 is an upper perspective view of a telescoping lacer bar assembly in accordance with a second preferred embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 5 is a perspective view of a portion of an electronic storage rack showing the telescoping lacer bars ofFIGS. 1 and 4 connected to the rack. - Referring to the drawings, where like numerals identify like elements, there is illustrated in
FIGS. 1-3 and 5 a first embodiment of an adjustable length lacer bar assembly (or “lacer bar”) which is generally identified by thereference numeral 10. Thelacer bar 10 comprises a firstelongated member 20 and a secondelongated member 40. Thelacer bar 10 has an overall length L, which is adjustable between a retracted position (not illustrated) and an extended position (not illustrated). In moving between the retracted and extended positions, the first and secondelongated members - The
lacer bar 10 is intended for use with an electronics storage rack 100 (seeFIG. 5 ) having at least afirst column 101 and asecond column 102. Preferably, theelectronics storage rack 100 also includes athird column 103 and a fourth column (not illustrated). The first through fourth columns include a plurality ofattachment holes 104. The columns are secured together bystructural members 105. Thelacer bar 10 is not intended as a primary structural element of the electronics rack 100. That is, the electronics rack 100 is a stable structure without anylacer bar 10 being connected to the electronics rack 100. While thelacer bar 10 does increase the lateral and torsional stability of theelectronic rack 100 when connected to the electronics rack 100, the primary function of thelacer bar 10 is to provide a convenient structure to facilitate management of cables connected to and from electronic components (not illustrated) and to add additional mounting points for accessories (for example, power distribution components (not illustrated)) stored within the electronics rack 100. Thelacer bar 10 also allows intermediate columns (not illustrated) to be installed within the electronics rack 100, without interfering with adjustment of the lacer bars 10. - The first
elongated member 20 has afirst end 22 and asecond end 24. Preferably, thefirst member 20 includes afirst tab 26 proximate the first memberfirst end 22. Thefirst tab 26 has at least onehole 28. Thefirst tab hole 28 has acentral axis 30 perpendicular to thehole 28. Thehole 28 is preferably formed in thetab 26 such that itscentral axis 30 extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the axial direction T. Thefirst member 20 is connected to thefirst column 101 by fasteners that are installed through thehole 28 and through anattachment hole 104 in the column. Preferably, thefirst member 20 is formed as a generallyrectangular frame 32 with at least onecentral opening 34. - Similarly, the second
elongated member 40 has afirst end 42 and a second end 44. Preferably, thesecond member 40 includes asecond tab 46 near the second end 44 of the second member. Thesecond tab 46 has at least onehole 48. Thehole 48 has acentral axis 50 perpendicular to thehole 48. Thehole 48 is preferably formed in thetab 46 such that itscentral axis 50 extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the axial direction T. Thesecond member 40 is connectable to thesecond column 102 by fasteners installable through the at least onehole 48 and through anattachment hole 104 in the column. Preferably, thesecond member 40 has a generallyrectangular body 52. - The
body 52 of the second member preferably includes a plurality of connector holes andslots 54. The holes andslots 54 provide a convenient mechanism for attaching various items to thesecond member 40. For example, with particular reference toFIG. 5 , apower strip 60 may be mounted to one or more of thelacer bar assemblies 10. Thepower strip 60 is mounted to thesecond member 40 through the use of one or more of the connector holes and/orslots 54. Additionally, a mountingplate 62 may be mounted to thesecond members 40 of one or more lacer bars 10 for providing additional mounting locations. Still further, conventional cable ties may be threaded through a hole orslot 54 and wrapped around one ormore cables 64 to secure thecables 64 to thesecond member 40, and/orcable clips 65 can be attached to thelacer bar 10, such as by being snapped into the holes. - The
first end 42 of thesecond member 40 is telescopically received by thesecond end 24 of thefirst member 20 such that the overall length L of thelacer bar assembly 10 is adjustable. In the retracted configuration (not illustrated) thesecond member 40 is telescopically received by thefirst member 20 such that thesecond member 40 substantially overlaps thefirst member 20 and the overall length L of thelacer bar assembly 10 is substantially equal to a length L1 of thefirst member 20. In the extended configuration (not illustrated) thesecond member 40 is extended away from thefirst member 20 and the overall length L of thelacer bar assembly 10 is substantially equal to the first member length L1 plus a length L2 of the second member.FIGS. 1-3 illustrate three preferred versions of thelacer bar assembly 10 having three different overall lengths L1, L2, and L3, in which the first member length L1 is provided in three lengths L1 1, L1 2, and L1 3 and the second member length L2 is provided in three lengths L2 1, L2 2, and L2 3. Preferably, L1 1 is 13.75 inches, L1 2 is 18.25 inches and L1 3 is 33.25 inches and L2 1 is 13.75 inches, L2 2 is 18.25 inches and L2 3 is 33.25 inches. Accordingly, the preferred retracted lengths are approximately 16, 20, and 36 inches while the preferred extended lengths are approximately 26, 36, and 50 inches, respectively for the versions shown inFIGS. 1-3 . Of course, the first andsecond members - With particular reference now to
FIG. 4 , there is shown alacer bar assembly 110 according to a second preferred embodiment. Thelacer bar assembly 110 is generally similar tolacer bar assembly 10 in its structure and operation. One of the differences between the first andsecond embodiments first member 120 oflacer bar 110 is provided with afirst tab 126 having atab hole 28 with acentral axis 130 perpendicular to the hole, wherein the holecentral axis 130 extends in a direction substantially parallel to the axial direction T. Furthermore, thefirst member 120 has aframe 132 with a plurality ofprincipal openings 134, as well as a plurality of smaller connector slots and holes 136. - Another difference between the first and
second embodiments second member 140 oflacer bar 110 is provided with asecond tab 146 having atab hole 48 with acentral axis 150 perpendicular to the hole, wherein the holecentral axis 150 extends in a direction substantially parallel to the axial direction T, and preferably axially aligned with thecentral axis 130 of the first hole. Thesecond member 140 also includes abody 152 with a plurality of connector holes andslots 154, similar to the body in the first embodiment. - Thus, in
lacer bar assembly 110, both the first andsecond members - With particular reference to
FIG. 5 , thelacer bar 110 of the second embodiment is adapted to connect to either electronic rack columns (which is shown inFIG. 5 as the connection between the first andthird columns 101, 103). Alternatively, thelacer bar 110 of the second embodiment can be connected to a pair of opposing lacer bar assemblies, either of thefirst embodiment 10 or thesecond embodiment 110, that are themselves connected to the columns. As a further alternative, thelacer bar 110 of the second embodiment can be connected to a pair of opposing column brackets (or “rack rail brackets”) 105. - The first and second
lacer bar assemblies - An adjustable length lacer bar is thus provided, well-suited for use with adjustable size electronics storage racks. The adjustable length lacer bar may also be used with fixed size electronics storage racks.
- Although the invention has been described and illustrated with respect to an exemplary embodiment thereof, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that the foregoing and various other changes, omissions and additions may be made therein and thereto, without parting from the spirit and scope of the present invention.
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