Black Box RM659-R3 Ceiling Mount for Cable Ladder - Black Plated Steel - TAA Compliant
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This ceiling mount features precise engineering with dimensions of 1" height, 1.25" width, and 4.50" depth (25.40 mm × 31.75 mm × 114.30 mm), creating a compact footprint that minimizes visual obstruction while providing substantial load-bearing capacity. The threaded design ensures secure fastening to both the ceiling structure and the cable ladder, preventing slippage or movement over time.
The mount is specifically compatible with Black Box ladder rack models RM650, RM651-3PK, and RM660, ensuring proper fit and integration with existing Black Box cable management systems. This compatibility simplifies procurement and installation for facilities using standardized Black Box infrastructure components.
This section brings together practical product details such as Device Supported, Product Color, Product Material, Height, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The RM659-R3 delivers essential advantages for structured cabling installations where reliability, compliance, and durability are paramount. Its design addresses common challenges in overhead cable management with practical solutions that enhance system integrity.
TAA Compliance
This mount meets Trade Agreements Act requirements, making it suitable for government contracts and projects where TAA compliance is mandatory. The United States origin supports procurement regulations while ensuring quality manufacturing standards.
- Meets government contracting requirements
- United States manufactured
- Documented compliance
Lifetime Warranty
Black Box backs this product with a lifetime limited warranty, providing long-term confidence in its performance and durability. This warranty reflects the manufacturer's commitment to quality and reliability in infrastructure components.
- Manufacturer-backed assurance
- Long-term reliability
- Quality commitment
Complete Installation Kit
The package includes all necessary components for immediate deployment: one ladder rack bracket, one ceiling bracket, and four hex nuts. This completeness eliminates the need for additional hardware procurement and ensures proper fit between components.
- Ready-to-install configuration
- Matched hardware
- No missing parts
Deployment / Use Cases
This ceiling mount is engineered for commercial environments where organized overhead cable routing is essential. Its primary application is supporting cable ladder systems that carry network, power, and communication cables in data centers, office buildings, educational facilities, and healthcare institutions.
The mount is particularly valuable in retrofit installations where existing cable management needs upgrading or in new construction where standardized Black Box components are specified. The threaded design provides secure attachment even in environments with vibration or thermal expansion concerns, maintaining cable alignment and protection over years of service.
Data Center Infrastructure
In data center environments, the mount supports cable ladder systems that organize server room cabling between racks, overhead pathways, and distribution areas. The plated steel construction withstands the controlled environment while providing reliable support for dense cable bundles.
Commercial Building Retrofits
For office renovations and technology upgrades, this mount enables efficient installation of new cable management systems without extensive ceiling modifications. The compact dimensions and complete hardware kit facilitate quick deployment with minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
Physical Profile
The mount presents a streamlined physical profile with minimal dimensional footprint. The 1" height keeps the assembly close to the ceiling surface, reducing visual prominence while the 4.50" depth provides sufficient engagement with the cable ladder. The black plated steel finish offers both aesthetic discretion and protective coating against environmental factors in indoor installations.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 1" (25.40 mm), 1.25" (31.75 mm), 4.50" (114.30 mm), 10 oz (283.50 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Width
- 1.25" (31.75 mm)
- Depth
- 4.50" (114.30 mm)
- Height
- 1" (25.40 mm)
- Weight
- 10 oz (283.50 g)
What's in the Box
The package contains all components needed for complete installation:
Highlights
- Threaded ceiling mount for cable ladder systems
- Compatible with Black Box RM650, RM651-3PK, and RM660 ladder racks
- Constructed from durable black plated steel
- Compact dimensions: 1"H × 1.25"W × 4.50"D
- TAA compliant for government contracting
- Manufactured in the United States
- Backed by lifetime limited warranty
- Includes all necessary brackets and hardware
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | RM659-R3 |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Name | Threaded Ceiling Kit |
| Product Type | Ceiling Mount |
| Product Information | |
| Device Supported | Cable Ladder |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Color | Black |
| Product Material | Plated Steel |
| Height | 1" (25.40 mm) |
| Width | 1.25" (31.75 mm) |
| Depth | 4.50" (114.30 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 10 oz (283.50 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents | 1 x Ladder Rack Bracket 1 x Ceiling Bracket 4 x Hex Nuts |
| Compatibility | Black Box Ladder Racks: RM650 RM651-3PK RM660 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What cable management systems is this ceiling mount compatible with?
The Black Box RM659-R3 is specifically designed for compatibility with Black Box ladder rack models RM650, RM651-3PK, and RM660. These are standardized cable ladder systems used for organizing and supporting network, power, and communication cables in commercial environments. The mount's threaded design ensures proper fit and secure attachment to these Black Box components.
Is this product TAA compliant and where is it manufactured?
Yes, this ceiling mount is TAA compliant, meeting the requirements of the Trade Agreements Act. It is manufactured in the United States, which supports procurement regulations for government contracts and projects that mandate TAA compliance. This origin also ensures adherence to quality manufacturing standards expected in commercial infrastructure components.
What warranty coverage does this ceiling mount include?
Black Box provides a lifetime limited warranty for the RM659-R3 ceiling mount. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the product's lifetime, offering long-term assurance of its durability and performance. The warranty reflects the manufacturer's confidence in the product's construction and suitability for commercial cable management applications.
What materials are used in the construction of this mount?
The mount is constructed from plated steel, providing strength, durability, and corrosion resistance for long-term performance in indoor environments. The black plating offers both protective coating and aesthetic discretion, allowing the mount to blend with ceiling surroundings while maintaining structural integrity under the weight of cable ladder systems and their contents.
What components are included in the package?
The package includes all necessary hardware for complete installation: one ladder rack bracket that attaches to the cable ladder, one ceiling bracket that mounts to the overhead structure, and four hex nuts for secure fastening. This complete kit eliminates the need for additional hardware procurement and ensures proper fit between components during installation.
What are the dimensions and weight of this ceiling mount?
The mount measures 1 inch in height (25.40 mm), 1.25 inches in width (31.75 mm), and 4.50 inches in depth (114.30 mm). It weighs approximately 10 ounces (283.50 grams). These compact dimensions minimize visual obstruction while providing sufficient structural engagement with both the ceiling and cable ladder components.
What power capacity is listed for this UPS?
Power specifications help show where the unit fits best, including the type of load level, electrical environment, and backup role it is intended to support. These are usually the most decision-critical facts in a UPS or power-protection comparison.
Is this unit designed for rack or tower deployment?
For power-protection products, the most useful FAQ topics are usually capacity, outlet arrangement, runtime characteristics, and installation format. Those details do more to explain real deployment fit than generic marketing language.
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