Peli BlackBox 9U Rack Mount Case

When your tour schedule is relentless, your satellite link-up is non-negotiable, or your broadcast kit has to arrive on the other side of the world intact — the Peli BlackBox 9U Rack Mount Case is the professional-grade answer. Designed for engineers who cannot afford equipment failure, this case combines a rugged outer shell with an internal shock-isolation system that treats your 19-inch rack gear as the precision investment it is.

Enclosure That Stands Up to the Journey

Moulded from Black-463 impact-resistant blended resin, the BlackBox 9U shell is built to absorb the punishment of freight handling, airport carousels, and site-to-site transport without cracking or deforming. The light-duty steel rack frame runs 24 inches (61 cm) deep with a zinc-black finish, meets ANSI/EIA 310-C standards, and supports payloads between 36.3 and 45.4 kg — more than enough for a fully populated audio, networking, or communications rack.

Eight-Point Elastomeric Shock Isolation

The critical difference between the BlackBox and an ordinary rack enclosure is the eight cylindrical elastomeric shock mounts attached directly to the case shoulders. These mounts cradle the entire rack frame in 2 inches (5.1 cm) of sway space, absorbing impact energy before it can reach your amplifiers, routers, recorders, or measurement equipment. It is a passive, maintenance-free system that activates with every thump, drop, and vibration — regardless of when or where it happens.

Dual-Access Lids and Built-In Mobility

The removable front lid provides 2.2 inches (5.6 cm) of depth clearance, while the deeper rear lid gives 5.2 inches (13.2 cm) for rear-panel cables, connectors, and patch bays. Both lids feature moulded-in 3.25-inch (82.6 mm) edge casters, so the case rolls smoothly from loading bay to stage or server room without needing a separate trolley. Four comfort-grip handles distribute the weight ergonomically for the two-person lifts that production workflows demand.

Sealed and Stackable for Any Deployment

A closed-loop gasket and integrated pressure relief valve seal the interior against moisture, dust, and air pressure changes during cargo transit. Spring-loaded stainless steel hardware with a nickel-black finish locks the lids securely under load. The moulded-in rib design lets multiple BlackBox cases stack and interlock — practical when shipping a full production or communications system as a single cohesive freight consignment.

Key Specifications

• Shell material: Black-463 impact-resistant blended resin
• Rack frame: 24 in (61 cm) deep, light-duty steel, zinc-black finish
• Rack standard: ANSI/EIA 310-C, 9U
• Payload capacity: 36.3 – 45.4 kg
• Shock isolation: 8 × cylindrical elastomeric mounts, 2 in (5.1 cm) sway space
• Front lid clearance: 2.2 in (5.6 cm) | Rear lid clearance: 5.2 in (13.2 cm)
• Casters: Moulded-in 3.25 in (82.6 mm) edge casters on both lids
• Handles: 4 × comfort-grip plastic
• Hardware: Spring-loaded stainless steel, nickel-black finish
• Sealing: Closed-loop gasket + integrated pressure relief valve
• Stacking: Moulded-in rib design for interlock stability