Vertiv VC-AC-0010 Aisle Containment Adapter 2U x 31.5in
Overview
The Vertiv VC-AC-0010 is a rack-mountable aisle containment adapter designed to close the gap between rack enclosures and overhead containment systems in hot-aisle/cold-aisle data center configurations. At 2U tall and 31.5 inches wide with an 800mm height profile, it bridges mismatched rack heights and containment panel edges — eliminating the bypass airflow leaks that undermine cooling efficiency and drive up PUE. If you've dealt with warm air recirculating back into the cold aisle because of an unsealed gap above a shorter rack, the VC-AC-0010 is the structural fix. Explore the full Vertiv data center infrastructure catalog for compatible enclosures, cooling, and power products.
Key Features
- 2U x 31.5-Inch Form Factor: Occupies exactly 2 rack units at a 31.5-inch width, matching standard 800mm-wide rack rows — no custom cutting or field fabrication required. Drop it in during initial row build-out or retrofit it into an existing containment deployment.
- 800mm Height Profile: The 800mm vertical dimension is sized to fill the gap between top-of-rack and containment canopy in standard raised-floor and overhead containment systems. Mismatched adapter heights are a common source of containment bypass — this spec confirms dimensional fit before you order.
- High-Grade Aluminum and Steel Construction: The mixed aluminum-and-steel build keeps weight manageable at 4.5 kg while providing the structural rigidity needed to hold panel alignment over time. Cheaper all-plastic adapters flex and gap; this one holds its shape under the mechanical stress of a populated containment row.
- Rack-Mountable Design: Installs directly into the aisle containment system without requiring separate brackets or custom hardware. The rack-mount interface keeps the adapter positively located — critical in high-density rows where panel shift can open airflow bypass paths.
- RoHS Compliant: Meets Restriction of Hazardous Substances requirements, relevant for enterprise and government facilities with environmental procurement mandates.
- Black Finish: Matches standard black rack enclosures and containment panels — useful in customer-facing colocation environments where rack row aesthetics matter.
- Manufacturer Warranty Coverage: Backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty, consistent with Vertiv's infrastructure accessory line. For a passive structural component, two years of coverage is reasonable assurance against material or finish defects.
Integration and Compatibility
The VC-AC-0010 is engineered for use within Vertiv aisle containment deployments, particularly in 800mm-wide rack rows. Verify your containment system's panel interface spec before ordering — this adapter addresses the adapter-to-canopy or adapter-to-panel transition, not a universal fit across all containment product lines. Review your rack enclosure row geometry and overhead clearance against the 800mm height spec to confirm dimensional compatibility. Pair with compatible data center cooling and containment accessories from the same Vertiv containment family for a fully sealed row.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the dimensions of the VC-AC-0010?
A: The VC-AC-0010 is 2U tall by 31.5 inches wide, with an 800mm height profile.
Q: What materials is the VC-AC-0010 made from?
A: It uses a combination of high-grade aluminum and steel construction, finished in black.
Q: How much does the VC-AC-0010 weigh?
A: The adapter weighs 4.5 kg (approximately 9.9 lbs).
Q: Is the VC-AC-0010 RoHS compliant?
A: Yes, the VC-AC-0010 is RoHS compliant.
Q: What warranty comes with the VC-AC-0010?
A: The VC-AC-0010 carries a 2-year manufacturer warranty.
Q: Is the VC-AC-0010 compatible with all aisle containment systems?
A: The VC-AC-0010 is designed for Vertiv aisle containment deployments in 800mm-wide rack rows. Verify your specific containment panel interface and row geometry before ordering to confirm fit.
The VC-AC-0010 solves a specific and often underestimated problem: the structural gap between the top of a rack enclosure and the overhead containment canopy. At 800mm height and 31.5 inches wide, this adapter fills that transition zone cleanly — and at 4.5 kg, it's light enough for a single-person install without becoming a panel-flex liability the way thinner plastic fillers can.
Technical Highlights:
- 800mm Height Profile: Sized for standard overhead containment canopy heights in 800mm-wide rack rows — confirm your row's top-of-rack-to-canopy gap against this spec before ordering, since a 50mm mismatch here means visible airflow bypass.
- Aluminum/Steel Hybrid Construction: Steel provides rigidity at the mounting interface; aluminum keeps the 4.5 kg weight manageable. All-plastic adapters in this role tend to bow over time, reopening the gap this part is meant to close.
- 2U Rack Mount: Two rack units of vertical occupancy means it can be positioned precisely within the enclosure column to match your specific containment geometry — useful in mixed-height deployments where the gap isn't uniform across the row.
Deployment Considerations:
- Measure the actual top-of-rack to canopy distance in your specific row before ordering — the 800mm profile is not adjustable, so dimensional verification is a mandatory pre-install step.
- RoHS compliance is confirmed, but if your facility requires TAA or NDAA documentation for this accessory category, request that from your procurement channel separately — the available evidence does not confirm those certifications for the VC-AC-0010.
The VC-AC-0010 is the right call for colocation operators and enterprise data center teams doing a hot-aisle containment retrofit on existing 800mm rack rows where unsealed top gaps are measurably hurting cooling efficiency — it's a structural fix, not a workaround.
