Power Dynamics PD-F16U8 - 19" Mobile 16U + 8U Flight Case Rack with Wheels

Power Dynamics PD-F16U8 - 19" Mobile 16U + 8U Flight Case Rack with Wheels

The Power Dynamics PD-F16U8 is a 19-inch rack-mount flight case designed for sound professionals who need a rugged, secure, and mobile solution for their equipment. This premium case combines a 16U vertical section with an 8U top section, specially designed to house a mixer, DJ controller, or other equipment requiring quick and ergonomic access. Its durable construction makes it ideal for transporting and protecting sensitive equipment on tours, at live events, and in mobile applications.

Manufactured with high-quality materials, the PD-F16U8 guarantees superior protection against shocks, vibrations, and the rigors of transport. It features aluminum profiles that reinforce the entire structure, metal ball corners for increased durability, and four heavy-duty butterfly latches that ensure a firm and secure seal. The front and top covers are completely removable, allowing unrestricted access to the wiring and equipment controls, facilitating installation and operation.

Main Features

• Hybrid 16U + 8U Structure: Offers a vertical capacity of 16 rack units for mounting processors, power stages, and other modules, along with an upper 8U space perfect for a mixer or controller.
• Tiltable Upper Support: The upper section for the mixer is mounted on a hinge mechanism that allows the tilt angle to be adjusted, providing an ergonomic working position and optimal visibility of the controls.
• Robust Construction: Designed as a true "flight case", it is built to withstand the demands of road use, effectively protecting your equipment investment.
• Maximum Mobility: Equipped with four heavy-duty 4-inch wheels, two of which incorporate a brake system to securely immobilize the rack during use.
• Complete and Secure Access: Both the front and top lids can be completely removed. Butterfly latches ensure the lids stay firmly in place during transport.
• Standard Rack Rails: It has aluminum rack rails on both the front and rear sections, allowing for a safe and standardized installation of the equipment.

Benefits for the Professional

The PD-F16U8 is designed to simplify the work of sound engineers, DJs, and musicians. Its all-in-one configuration allows you to have your system pre-wired and ready to go in minutes, optimizing setup and teardown times. The ergonomic design, with the mixer angled for a comfortable working height, reduces fatigue during long sessions. Furthermore, investing in this flight case provides peace of mind, knowing that your expensive equipment is reliably protected on every trip.

Use Cases

This solution is ideal for a wide variety of professional applications, including:

• Mobile DJs and Event Companies: To transport a complete set of controller, players, amplifier and processors safely and ready for action.
• Touring Bands: Perfect for carrying the mixing system, effects, equalizers and wireless systems in a single compact unit.
• Sound Rental Companies: A durable and standardized solution to protect rental equipment and facilitate its logistics.
• Fixed Installations with Mobility Needs: Ideal for theaters, auditoriums, churches or conference centers where sound equipment needs to be relocated frequently.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do the wheels include a braking system?
Yes, two of the four wheels are equipped with a locking mechanism (brake) to ensure that the rack remains stable and does not move once placed in its final position.

Does the mounting hardware for the equipment come included?
Yes, this model comes with a set of screws, cage nuts and washers so you can start assembling your equipment right away.

What is the internal usable depth of the rack?
The internal usable depth is approximately 520 mm, providing ample space for most power stages, processors, and their rear connections.

Can the covers be closed with the wired equipment?
The covers are designed with sufficient depth to allow for closure with standard connection cables attached to the equipment, provided they do not protrude excessively.

Project description

19-inch rack-mount flight case with a combined capacity of 16U in the vertical section and 8U in the top section for a mixer. The top section features a hinged tilt adjustment system. Constructed with aluminum profiles, ball corners, and four butterfly latches. Equipped with four 4-inch casters, two of which have brakes. The front and top panels are fully removable for complete access. External dimensions are 595 x 525 x 830 mm, and it weighs 32.85 kg.