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Rack panels are accessories that form part of standardised 19" rack.19" racks are used to house hardware such as modems, routers, UPS's and other electronic equipment. They are typically used when an unused section needs to be blanked off or for protecting the equipment from dirt and dust. They also lend a finished look to the rack unit, while allowing sufficient airflow.

Rack panels can be used in several rack configurations, but they are most popular in 19-inch racking. RS offer an extensive range of these accessories from leading brands including Rittal, Schroff, Schneider Electric and of course our own trusted brand RS PRO.

### How do the panels work?

Once the rack has been built and the equipment properly housed, the rack panels can be added. They are mounted by using their flanged protruding edges, or ’ears’, to fasten them to the rack frame with screws and fixings. They then provide a barrier between the equipment and the outside. Effectively, they fill the space between different modules on the rack.

### Types of rack panel

The major difference between different rack panels is the material used. They can be made from plastic, metals such as steel and aluminium or glass. Metal rack panels are very durable, while glass rack panels allow you to see through to the equipment inside without needing to take the panel off. Plastic rack panels are a good all-purpose option. Some of the most popular are: Blank rack panels for blanking off unused space, punched or perforated rack panels for mounting connectors, like XLRs or indicators, sockets and switches, Strip panels with slots for cable entry.

### Panel sizes

The panels are measured in the standard unit of measure which is RU (rack unit) or U (unit). A U is equal to 1.75 inches or 44.45mm. These sizes will be typically displayed as 1U, 2U, 3U, 4U and so on.



Enhance your system's functionality with our selection of rack panels available at RS. Choose from various sizes and materials to suit your project needs.

Rack Panels | Metal & Aluminium Rack Panels | RS

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Buy from our selection of Rack Panels from APW. At RS, we strive to give you the best offers from our supplier and to promptly deliver in the shortest time.

APW Rack Panels | RS

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Blanking Panels|Rack Panels| RS

Blanking panels are ideal for keeping your cabinet neat, and tidy, and working efficiently by blanking off any unused space. When used in an environment with servers, they will help stop front-to-back air movement within the cabinet, protecting your servers from warm air from the rear of the cabinetRS offers a choice of blanking panels from leading suppliers such as Rittal, StarTech.com and RS PRO.

Buy from our selection of rack panels from Bopla. At RS, we strive to give you the best offers from our supplier and to promptly deliver in the shortest time.

Bopla Rack Panels | RS Components

Bopla have been the trusted suppliers of enclosures for years. These rackmount solutions and rack panels are used across industry and in numerous applications.RS offer a selection of Bopla rack panels to enable you to customise and complete your racking system to your required specification.Bopla rack panels are available in different colours and dimensions to suit your individual requirements.

Buy from our selection of rack panels from Fibox. At RS, we strive to give you the best offers from our supplier and to promptly deliver in the shortest time.

Fibox Rack Panels | RS Components

Fibox is a global leader in enclosure systems. These rackmount solutions and rack panels are commonly used across numerous racking solutions.RS offer a selection of Fibox rack panels to enable you to customise and complete your rack system requirements and specification build.Fibox rack panels are available in different materials and dimensions enabling you to custom your individual requirements accordingly.

Buy from our range of Rittal Rack Panels, at RS, our aim is to give you the best offers with free next day delivery. 

Rittal Rack Panels | RS

Rittal is a family-owned company that is well recognised and has an excellent reputation within the industry. Rittal takes pride in using determination and strength to develop the innovative world and you can rely on the company to create long-lasting products, that are perfect for your business. If you are in the market for rack panels, you can rely on Rittal as an industry leader in enclosure systems, to provide the highest quality products for you. Rittal rack panels are hard-wearing and protect between your equipment and the outside of your enclosure. They offer quality protection for your important systems, as well as enhancing and enabling you to further build up your workspace, whilst organising your systems efficiently.<h2>What different variations can I choose from Rittal's Rack Panels range?</h2>When purchasing a Rittal rack panel for your workplace, there are a lot of different options to choose from so that you can find the panel to suit your requirements and preferences.<ul><li>Rittal rack panels vary in size, so it is important to choose the one suited to the enclosure you would like to attach it to</li><li>There are different types of Rittal rack panel including: front panel, blanking panel, side panel, cable panel, base panel, rear panel, plinth trim panel, front door, divider panel, panel kit and monitor panel. The different panel types correspond with the places you would like to put them as well as what type of enclosure you would like to put them on</li><li>There are different materials to choose from including: steel, aluminium, and polyamide. You can choose the material to match your preference and workspace</li><li>There are different colours to choose from so that you can style your workplace to your tastes, choose from: black, unpainted, grey, white, and clear</li><li>There is an option for hinges so that you can choose how your enclosure can be accessed</li></ul>By choosing a Rittal rack panel to add to your system, you can ensure you have chosen a product that will last and protect your equipment to great standard

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