Middle Atlantic VTB-1 1U Light Blocking Vent Panel

Product Description

The Middle Atlantic VTB-1 is a 1U rackmount vent panel designed to block light transmission through open rack spaces while still allowing airflow. It installs in a standard 19-inch equipment rack to fill unused rack units, preventing light bleed between rack sections without sealing off ventilation entirely. This type of panel is commonly used by AV integrators, data center technicians, and low-voltage installers who need a clean rack appearance and controlled light management in enclosed rack cabinets or open-frame racks.

The VTB-1 is suited for use in residential and commercial AV rack installations, server rooms, and equipment enclosures where light isolation between rack sections is required. It occupies one rack unit of space and is designed to fit standard 19-inch EIA-compatible rack rails. Installers working with Middle Atlantic rack systems will find this panel a straightforward fit for managing open rack space.

Key Features

• Blocks light transmission through unused 1U rack space
• Vented design allows passive airflow to continue through the panel
• Fits standard 19-inch EIA rackmount systems
• 1U form factor fills single rack unit openings cleanly
• Suitable for AV, data, and low-voltage rack installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style fit for standard 19-inch EIA-compatible equipment racks and rack cabinets requiring 1U light-blocking vent panel coverage.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by AV integrators or low-voltage technicians. Power down or de-energize rack-mounted equipment where required before working inside an enclosed rack cabinet. The panel mounts to standard rack rails using the existing rail holes and typically requires a screwdriver and appropriate rack screws. Verify rack unit spacing before installation to ensure the panel seats flush without interfering with adjacent equipment.