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Black brushed aluminium blank panel, flanged 16-gauge, 3 RU

Middle Atlantic

Middle Atlantic BL3 Blank Panel 3 RU Aluminum Flanged 16-gauge

SKU CH-JJKM-NG3GY MPN BL3

A 3 RU flanged aluminium blanking panel with a black brushed and anodised finish that is easy to machine

  • TypeBlanking Panel
  • ColorBlack
  • 16-gauge aluminum flanged construction simplifies custom machining
  • Black brushed anodized finish delivers a clean professional rack appearance
  • 3 RU height fills unused rack space to maintain airflow discipline
  • Lightweight aluminum panel reduces load on rack rails
  • Flanged edges add rigidity for secure mounting in server cabinets

Blank Panel for 3 RU Server Racks

The Middle Atlantic BL3 is a blanking panel built from 16-gauge aluminum with a flanged edge. It presents a black brushed and anodized finish that resists wear in equipment rooms. The panel fills unused rack openings to manage airflow and maintain a tidy appearance. Its construction allows straightforward machining when custom cutouts are required.

Installers Needing Airflow Control and a Clean Look

This panel suits technicians who must seal empty rack spaces in a 3 RU increment. It helps direct cooling air through active equipment rather than bypassing through gaps. Buyers who need a vented or louvered panel for passive heat dissipation should look at a different design. Anyone requiring a solid metal filler without a flanged mounting style will not match this part.

16-Gauge Aluminum Flanged Construction

The defining specification is the 16-gauge aluminum sheet formed with a flanged edge. This thickness provides rigidity while remaining easy to drill or cut on site. The black brushed and anodized surface is integral to the panel, not a separate coating. Confirm that your rack accepts flanged blank panels before ordering.

Highlights

  • 16-gauge aluminum flanged construction simplifies custom machining
  • Black brushed anodized finish delivers a clean professional rack appearance
  • 3 RU height fills unused rack space to maintain airflow discipline
  • Lightweight aluminum panel reduces load on rack rails
  • Flanged edges add rigidity for secure mounting in server cabinets

Specifications

BrandMiddle Atlantic Products
TypeBlanking Panel
ColorBlack
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size508 × 127 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

What comes in the box and is any mounting hardware included?

The package contains the blank panel itself; mounting screws are not supplied and must be purchased separately.

How do I decide between the different rack-unit sizes in the BL range?

This model occupies 3 rack units (5-1/4 in.) — choose it when you need to cover a 3-space opening in the rack.

What does the 16-gauge aluminum construction mean for everyday use?

The 16-gauge aluminum is rigid enough to stay flat when bolted in place yet soft enough to drill or cut for custom cable entries.

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