Rittal DK 5501.685 — 1U Pull-Out Component Shelf for VX IT / TS IT
Pull-out, self-locking50 kg load600–900 mm levelsRAL 9005
The Rittal DK 5501.685 is a 1U, 19 inch pull-out component shelf for Rittal VX IT, TS IT, TE and TX CableNet enclosures, rated for 50 kg and 700 mm deep. It holds non-rack equipment such as tower PCs, NAS units, monitors or small UPSs and slides out fully so the equipment can be serviced from the front.
The shelf mounts between the front and rear 19 inch mounting angles and is depth-variable to suit level spacings from 600 to 900 mm. Assembly is tool-free and can be done by one person from the front of the enclosure. The slotted sheet-steel base is spray-finished in RAL 9005, while the telescopic slides and installation kit are zinc-plated.
Before you order: Check the distance between the front and rear 19 inch levels in your enclosure: this shelf covers 600–900 mm. For 400–600 mm, Rittal offers DK 5501.675; for a fixed (non-sliding) shelf, DK 5501.665.
What's in the Box
- 1 × slotted component shelf, RAL 9005
- Telescopic slides with mounting kit
- Assembly parts
- Quick guide
What It Means in Practice
- Full extension gives access to the rear of equipment without removing it.
- Self-locking slides keep the shelf in place when pushed in.
- Tool-free installation from the front — no need to reach behind the enclosure.
- Slotted base allows ventilation and cable tie-down points.
What Will Not Work
- Not for enclosures with 19 inch level spacing below 600 mm or above 900 mm.
- Not for 2-post open frames — it needs front and rear mounting angles.
- Not rated above 50 kg.
- Not designed for non-Rittal enclosures; fit elsewhere is not specified by Rittal.
Key Features
Pull-out, self-locking
Fully extendible telescopic slides that lock in position.
Depth-variable
Adapts to level spacing from 600 to 900 mm.
Tool-free mounting
One-person installation from the enclosure front.
50 kg load
Sheet-steel base with zinc-plated slides.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
5501685 (DK 5501.685) |
| EAN/GTIN |
4028177679122 |
| Brand |
Rittal |
| Product type |
19 inch pull-out component shelf |
| Fit |
| Enclosures |
Rittal VX IT, TS IT, TE, TX CableNet |
| 19 inch level spacing |
600 – 900 mm |
| Mounting |
Between two 482.6 mm (19 inch) mounting angles |
| Physical |
| Height |
1U |
| Width × depth |
419 × 700 mm |
| Load capacity |
50 kg |
| Material |
Sheet steel; slides and kit zinc-plated |
| Colour |
RAL 9005 |
| Net weight |
7.95 kg |
| Warranty |
| Warranty |
1-Year Warranty (Singular) |
| Manufacturer Term |
Warranty term not published by Rittal — claims handled through Singular |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it a fixed or sliding shelf?
Sliding: it is fully extendible on telescopic slides and self-locking.
What load does it take?
Rittal rates it for 50 kg.
Will it fit my TS IT with 19 inch levels 500 mm apart?
No — below 600 mm use the DK 5501.675.
Singular Expert Insight · Buyer's Guide
The deciding measurement for a Rittal shelf is the spacing between the front and rear 19 inch levels, not the cabinet depth itself. Measure that first and you will order the right part number. For other shelves and cabinet accessories, see our
rack accessories.
✓ Buy it if you have a Rittal VX IT, TS IT, TE or TX CableNet enclosure with 600–900 mm level spacing and need a 50 kg pull-out shelf.
✕ Skip it if your level spacing is under 600 mm or you need more than 50 kg.
→ Also consider Rittal DK 5501.675 (400–600 mm) or DK 5501.665 (static).
Send us your Rittal enclosure model or the measured level spacing and we will confirm the correct shelf.