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RACK UNIT [1 record]

Record 1 2016-02-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Metrology and Units of Measure
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Operation of Electrical Facilities
OBS

When the abbreviations "RU" and "U" are used, the abbreviation is attached to the number (for example: 2RU, 2U). One rack unit represents a height of 44.45 mm.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Unités de mesure et métrologie
  • Électrotechnique
  • Exploitation d'installations électriques
OBS

Lorsque l'on utilise les abréviations «U» et «RU», le nombre est collé à celles-ci (p. ex., 2RU et 2U). Cette unité de mesure représente une hauteur de 44,45 mm.

Spanish

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