CQ-20B vs SQ-Rack
The SQ-Rack costs about $1,999 more than the CQ-20B and buys you etherCON. It also costs you 2 more rack units.
| Spec | CQ-20B | SQ-Rack |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 2U | 4U |
| Weight | 9.9 lbs | 9.9 lbs |
| Power draw | 40W | 40W |
| Depth | 300 mm | 214 mm |
| I/O count | 7 | 6 |
| Price | ~$1,000 | ~$2,999 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
CQ-20B
- TRS 1/4"
SQ-Rack
- etherCON
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerFree, no sign-up. Both units are in the catalog.