Baffles are used to effectively separate cool air at the front of the rack from warm air at the rear. Combined with solid doors, this improves efficiency while maintaining the server's temperature set points, reducing downtime.
This part is designed to fit a variety of IT racks. The new duct is applicable to the following Rittal Blue e+ models ranging from 2 kW to 6 kW: 3186.930; 3187.930; 3188.940; 3189.940. The company states that its A/C Edge reference designs are being updated to optionally incorporate the new duct and, alternatively, use rear-mounted A/C solutions.
The new duct mounts within the system's 19" rails, making it suitable for racks 600–800 mm wide. It can also be used in racks 800–1200 mm deep. Minimum distances apply for the placement of the 19" rails.
The duct is designed for under-rack installation and uses 3U or 133.4 mm (5.25 in) of cable. Made of sheet steel, it is painted in Rittal's RAL 9005 black.
