HotLok Blanking Panels

HotLok Blanking Panels

HotLok 19" 1U and 2U Blanking Panels

The HotLok® blanking panel is a snap-in blanking panel that provides a 99%+ effective seal in IT equipment cabinets. The state-of-the-art technology, designed for both 1U and 2U openings, controls airflow for optimised cooling effectiveness.

The energy-efficient cantilevered sealing vanes eliminate the gap between adjoining HotLok blanking panels or the installed equipment, providing a snug seal and no air leaks.

Comparison between standard blanking panels and HotLok blanking panels

Both 1U and 2U versions of HotLok achieve the following:

  • Reduce hot spots and bypass airflow by preventing equipment exhaust air or hot-aisle air from migrating to the conditioned air-intake stream at the front of the cabinet
  • Deliver lower temperature conditioned air to the upper third of the cabinet, typically the hottest area and most prone to equipment failure
  • Control airflow to save energy by adjusting cooling unit setpoints

Key Features of HotLok Blanking Panels

  • Snap-spring design offers durable, 99%+ effective seal
  • Tool-free, snap-in installation and easy-pull removal for any EIA-310-E standard openings using the ergonomically designed finger grips, which prevent injury to fingernails and knuckles
  • Cantilevered sealing vanes eliminate the gap between adjoining HotLok blanking panels or with installed equipment
  • 1U Blanking panels stack 10 high and 2U blanking panels stack 20 high for easy storage and ready availability

Applications of HotLok Blanking Panels

  • Use 1U and 2U versions on cabinets with standard 19" rail widths
  • Use with any standard EIA-310-E openings
  • Use in Hot and Cold Aisle layout for low or high heat density cabinets
  • Use in existing cabinets for optimisation and standardisation
HotLok blanking panel with temperature indicator strip

HotLok blanking panels are also available with built-in KoldLok Temperature Indicator Strip