Tripp Lite by Eaton SmartRack 1U Blanking Panel Kit, Toolless-Mounting, 200 Pieces

Maximize cooling efficiency and maintain a clean, organized 19" enclosure with Tripp Lite's SmartRack blanking panel kit. The SR1UPANEL200 includes 200 blanking panels, enabling you to seal rack spaces from 1U to 200U. Designed for tool-free mounting, this kit offers a scalable, fast-deploy solution for data centers, server rooms, and growing IT closets. By filling unused rack space, it optimizes airflow, prevents hot air recirculation, and helps protect equipment performance while preserving a tidy rack appearance.

• Ultra-dense airflow control: with 200 blanking panels, you can seal 1U to 200U of rack space, dramatically reducing hot air recirculation and guiding cooling air precisely where it’s needed for improved thermal efficiency.
• Toolless mounting for rapid deployment: engineered for fast, tool-free installation in standard 19" racks, allowing IT teams to deploy, rearrange, or scale blanking panels without special tools or downtime.
• Scalable, modular solution: the 200-piece kit is ideal for growing environments; you can tailor the number of filled spaces to changing equipment layouts while maintaining consistent airflow patterns.
• Versatile application across environments: suited for data centers, edge deployments, server rooms, and office IT closets where clean cabling and efficient cooling influence reliability and energy usage.
• Professional finish and compatibility: designed to blend seamlessly with existing SmartRack systems and maintain a tidy, professional rack appearance while delivering durable, long-lasting performance.

Technical Details of Tripp Lite by Eaton SmartRack 1U Blanking Panel Kit

• SKU/Model: SR1UPANEL200
• Includes: 200 blanking panels
• Rack compatibility: standard 19" (EIA) racks
• Panel height: 1U per blanking panel; fills 1U to 200U of rack space
• Mounting: tool-free installation for quick setup
• Purpose: seal unused rack space to optimize airflow and minimize air recirculation

How to install Tripp Lite by Eaton SmartRack 1U Blanking Panel Kit

• Identify the 19" rack locations you want to seal and plan how many 1U spaces will be covered with blanking panels.
• Start with a bottom or top 1U slot and insert a blanking panel into the rack; use the tool-free design to snap it securely into the rails.
• Continue adding blanking panels to fill the desired 1U spaces, up to the total kit capacity of 200 panels; you can install them individually or in blocks as needed.
• Ensure each blanking panel sits flush against the rack posts and rails; verify there are no gaps that could disrupt airflow.
• After installation, assess enclosure cooling by monitoring intake and exhaust temperatures and adjust the configuration if necessary to optimize thermal performance.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is included in the Tripp Lite SmartRack 1U Blanking Panel Kit?
  A: A 200-piece kit of blanking panels designed for 19" racks, enabling sealing from 1U through 200U with tool-free mounting.
• Q: How does blanking panel kit improve cooling?
  A: By eliminating empty spaces in the rack, it prevents hot air from circulating back through equipment and directs cooling air across devices, improving overall thermal performance.
• Q: Is the kit compatible with all 19" racks?
  A: Yes, it is designed for standard 19" EIA rack setups and uses a tool-free mounting system for quick installation.
• Q: How many blanks does the kit cover?
  A: The kit includes 200 blanking panels that allow you to seal 1U to 200U of rack space as needed.
• Q: Can I reuse blanking panels if my equipment layout changes?
  A: Yes; the panels are designed for flexible placement within standard 19" rails and can be rearranged or removed as your rack configuration evolves.