Roof vent panel Rittal for VX IT and TS IT cabinets, 600 mm width, 3 fans, max airflow 600 m³/h, light gray provides active top-side ventilation for 19-inch server and network cabinets. Designed to fit cabinets with a 600 mm internal width, this roof-mounted panel integrates three fans that together deliver up to 600 m³/h of airflow to assist heat extraction from rack-mounted IT equipment and to support controlled internal airflow management.
Advantages
The panel offers a compact, vented roof solution that is compatible with Rittal VX IT and TS IT cabinet ranges, enabling focused removal of warm air from the cabinet top. Built to integrate three cooling fans, it increases airflow capacity compared with passive roofs and helps reduce internal hotspots. The light gray finish matches typical IT cabinet aesthetics and provides corrosion-resistant surface treatment suitable for data centre and telecommunications environments.
Suitable for
- 19-inch VX IT and TS IT server and network cabinets with 600 mm width
- Environments requiring active top-side ventilation to assist cabinet cooling
- Data closets, small server rooms and network distribution racks where targeted exhaust is needed
- Applications aiming to reduce cabinet inlet temperatures and improve equipment reliability
When it may not be suitable
This roof vent panel is intended specifically for cabinets with a 600 mm width and compatibility with the VX IT and TS IT ranges; it will not fit cabinets of different widths or non-compatible series. For installations that require integrated environmental monitoring, redundant fan trays, or a higher total airflow than 600 m³/h, a different roof solution or additional cooling components may be required.
Key specifications
- Mounting position: roof-mounted vent panel for top-side installation
- Supported cabinet width: 600 mm
- Number of fans: 3
- Maximum combined airflow: up to 600 m³/h
- Colour/finish: light gray
How to use
Install the roof vent panel in place of the standard roof panel on compatible VX IT or TS IT cabinets with 600 mm width following the cabinet manufacturer’s mounting instructions. Connect the fans to the cabinet power supply or to the facility power according to the fan electrical requirements and local electrical regulations. Position airflow direction to exhaust warm air out of the cabinet top and verify that intake paths at front or rear cabinet openings are unobstructed to maintain effective airflow through the rack.
What to consider before purchase
- Confirm cabinet model and 600 mm width compatibility with VX IT or TS IT ranges
- Check power availability and connector type required for the three fans
- Assess whether the combined maximum airflow of 600 m³/h meets cooling requirements for installed equipment
- Consider acoustic limits if installed in office or noise-sensitive environments
Usage recommendations
Use the panel as part of a comprehensive cabinet cooling strategy: ensure clear front-to-back airflow paths, perform periodic fan inspections and filter cleaning if filters are used, and monitor cabinet inlet/outlet temperatures to confirm the panel meets cooling objectives.
