Ortronics GBH19KIT Horizontal Ground Bar Kit

Product Description

The ORTRONICS GBH19KIT is a horizontal ground bar kit designed for use in structured cabling and telecommunications infrastructure installations. This kit provides a reliable grounding point within a rack or enclosure, helping to protect sensitive network and communication equipment from electrical interference and fault currents. It is sold as a single unit and is typically installed by low-voltage technicians, network infrastructure installers, or licensed electricians working on data center or telecom room buildouts.

The GBH19KIT is suited for structured cabling environments where horizontal grounding is required within 19-inch equipment racks or telecom enclosures. It is commonly deployed in data centers, server rooms, telecommunications closets, and similar commercial or enterprise installations where bonding and grounding of rack-mounted equipment is required to meet code and best-practice standards.

Key Features

• Horizontal form factor designed for standard rack-mount installation
• Provides a dedicated grounding bus for rack-mounted network and telecom equipment
• Sold as a complete kit with all required mounting components
• Supports bonding and grounding compliance in structured cabling systems

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style horizontal ground bar kit suitable for use in 19-inch rack and enclosure installations in structured cabling and telecommunications environments.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified low-voltage technician or licensed electrician in accordance with applicable codes, including NFPA 70 (NEC) grounding and bonding requirements. De-energize the rack or enclosure and disconnect all active equipment before beginning installation. Follow the manufacturer instructions included in the kit for proper torque and termination procedures. Verify all bonding connections are secure and meet local inspection requirements before restoring power.