Middle Atlantic FWD-VT1 FORWARD 1SP 64% PERFORATED VENT PANEL
Middle Atlantic FWD-VT1 FORWARD 1SP 64% PERFORATED VENT PANEL - FWD-VT1 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Middle Atlantic FWD-VT1 FORWARD 1SP 64% PERFORATED VENT PANEL
Product Overview
The Middle Atlantic FWD-VT1 is a 1U perforated vent panel for the Forward rackrail system, featuring 64% open area perforation and tool-free spring-loaded clip installation compatible with all BGR Series enclosures. Like all Forward series panels, the FWD-VT1 installs up to five times faster than traditional rack screw-mounted vent panels, simply clicking into place in Forward rackrails without any hardware. The flanged steel construction and black powder coat finish provide durability consistent with other Forward series components, while the high-percentage open area supports effective passive or active ventilation through the rack face.
Product Description
Perforated vent panels are used in rack installations to provide airflow through the rack face while maintaining a finished panel appearance. The Middle Atlantic FWD-VT1 brings the efficiency of the Forward rackrail mounting system to 1U vent panel installations — spring-loaded ergonomic clips snap directly into Forward rackrails without screws, reducing installation time by up to five times compared to traditional methods. The 64% open area perforation pattern allows substantial airflow through the panel, supporting thermal management in BGR Series enclosures where a vent panel is needed at a specific rack position. The sleek perforation pattern maintains a professional appearance while delivering ventilation performance. The flanged steel construction provides panel stability in the rack, and the black powder coat finish matches other Forward and BGR Series components. AV integrators specify the FWD-VT1 wherever passive ventilation at specific rack positions is needed within a BGR enclosure equipped with Forward rackrails. The click-in removal feature also allows vent panels to be relocated quickly when equipment configurations change.
Key Features
- 64% Open Area Perforation — High-percentage open area supports effective passive airflow through the rack face at the panel position.
- Tool-Free Forward Rackrail Installation — Spring-loaded clips install and remove without screws, up to 5x faster than traditional methods.
- 1U Configuration — Covers 1 rack unit of rack space within Forward-equipped BGR Series enclosures.
- BGR Series Compatible — Designed for use with all BGR Series enclosures equipped with Forward rackrails.
- Ergonomic Clip Design — Clips allow easy one-hand installation and removal for fast rack changes.
- Flanged Steel Construction — Rigid flanged steel maintains panel stability and flat panel face in the rack.
- Black Powder Coat Finish — Finish matches BGR Series and Forward series component aesthetics.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | FWD-VT1 |
| Rack Spaces | 1U (1 rack unit) |
| Open Area | 64% |
| Mounting System | Forward rackrail (spring-loaded clips, tool-free) |
| Compatible Enclosures | BGR Series with Forward rackrail |
| Material | Steel (flanged) |
| Finish | Black powder coat |
| Brand | Middle Atlantic |
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