StarTech 4U Steel U-Panel Rack Blanking Plate - Black
Ensure a professional appearance for your server cabinet and optimize airflow with the StarTech 4U Steel U-Panel Rack Blanking Plate. This panel is specifically designed to cover unused spaces in a standard 19 inch rack. This is not only an aesthetic improvement for your data centre or patch panel, but it also plays a crucial role in the thermal management of your equipment.
By closing off empty units, you prevent warm air from recirculating to the front of the rack. This keeps your active components cooler, which enhances performance and extends the lifespan of your hardware. The panel is made from high-quality cold-rolled steel and finished with a black powder coating, allowing it to seamlessly fit with most network cabinets.
Thanks to the U-shaped design, this panel offers extra strength and a sleek finish. Installation is simple and quick, allowing you to get your cable management and cooling sorted within minutes.
Key Features
- Professional finish: Hides empty spaces and cables for a tidy and organized appearance of your server rack.
- Improved airflow: Prevents passive airflow through unused rack space, which is essential for efficient cooling of your servers.
- Durable construction: Made from robust steel for long-lasting use in demanding IT environments.
- Universal fit: Suitable for all standard 19 inch server cabinets and racks.
- Easy installation: Quickly attachable with standard rack screws and cage nuts.
Technical Specifications
- Product Name: StarTech 4U Steel U-Panel Rack Blanking Plate
- Part Number: 1314STL
- Height: 4U
- Width: 19 inch (482.6 mm)
- Material: Steel (SPCC)
- Colour: Black
- Panel Type: U-shaped (bent edges for extra stiffness)
- Finish: Powder coating
- Weight: Approximately 950 grams
- Certifications: RoHS compliant and REACH certified
