APC by Schneider Electric ACDC2400 Sliding Aisle Containment Door
Overview
The APC by Schneider Electric ACDC2400 is a sliding aisle containment door designed for integration with NetShelter aisle containment systems in data center environments. Whether you are commissioning a hot-aisle or cold-aisle containment setup, this door provides a managed entry and egress point that preserves the thermal boundary between conditioned and exhaust air zones — a critical factor in maintaining cooling efficiency and PUE targets at scale.
At 2019mm wide and with a maximum depth span of 2.91m, the ACDC2400 is built to close off the end of a contained aisle run in installations where a rigid, sliding panel is preferable to a hinged or strip-curtain solution. The black finish is consistent with standard NetShelter rack aesthetics, keeping the containment system visually cohesive in mixed-vendor data hall environments. Compliance with both RoHS and REACH standards means this unit meets EU environmental directives — relevant for enterprise deployments with procurement sustainability requirements.
Key Features
- Sliding Door Mechanism: A sliding panel configuration means the door opens and closes along the aisle axis rather than swinging into the hot or cold aisle — essential in tight data center layouts where rack rows leave insufficient clearance for a hinged door to operate without obstructing access or airflow paths.
- 2019mm Panel Width: Sized to span standard NetShelter aisle containment end configurations, the 2019mm width closes off the aisle end cleanly without requiring custom filler panels on typical row deployments. Verify your aisle end-of-row opening against this dimension before ordering.
- 2.91m Maximum Depth Span: Accommodates deeper aisle runs up to 2.91m, giving you flexibility to cover longer row configurations without daisy-chaining multiple door assemblies. Measure your aisle depth end-to-end before spec selection.
- RoHS Compliant: Restriction of Hazardous Substances compliance means the door assembly is free of restricted materials including lead, mercury, and cadmium — a procurement requirement for public sector, healthcare, and EU-based enterprise deployments.
- REACH Certified: REACH compliance addresses chemical substance safety at the component level, relevant for facilities operating under EU chemical regulation frameworks or corporate ESG procurement policies.
- Black Finish: Matches standard NetShelter rack enclosure aesthetics. In data halls with mixed rack vendors, color-matched containment hardware reduces visual inconsistency that can complicate physical security audits and floor photography documentation.
- Commercial-Grade Construction: Designed for the physical demands of a live data center environment — repetitive open/close cycles by operations and facilities staff, fork access during equipment staging, and the thermal stress of a hot-aisle environment.
Integration and Compatibility
The ACDC2400 is part of the APC NetShelter aisle containment product family. It is intended to work with NetShelter aisle containment structural components including overhead canopy panels, end-of-row frames, and vertical support posts. Before deploying, confirm that your existing NetShelter containment frame configuration accepts the ACDC2400 sliding door format — APC offers both hinged and sliding door variants, and the mounting interface differs between them.
For facilities planning a full data center infrastructure buildout, the ACDC2400 pairs with NetShelter SX or VX rack enclosures and APC InRow cooling units to complete a contained aisle thermal management system. Integration with a power and UPS infrastructure plan is standard practice in deployments where PUE optimization is a project objective.
The sliding door format is particularly suited to high-traffic aisles where operators need fast, clear access — server staging lanes, cross-connect aisles, or any row where equipment moves are frequent enough that a hinged door creates workflow friction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the panel width of the ACDC2400?
A: The ACDC2400 has a panel width of 2019mm. Verify your aisle end-of-row opening matches this dimension before ordering.
Q: What is the maximum aisle depth the ACDC2400 can span?
A: The maximum depth span is 2.91m. This covers most standard data center aisle run depths, but measure your specific row end-to-end before spec selection.
Q: Is the ACDC2400 RoHS compliant?
A: Yes. The ACDC2400 carries RoHS compliance, meaning the assembly meets EU restrictions on hazardous substances including lead, mercury, and cadmium. REACH certification is also confirmed.
Q: Does the ACDC2400 work with both hot-aisle and cold-aisle containment configurations?
A: The ACDC2400 is a sliding door component designed for NetShelter aisle containment systems. It is compatible with both hot-aisle and cold-aisle containment layouts as an end-of-row closure. Confirm the specific NetShelter frame SKUs in your deployment accept the sliding door variant before purchasing.
Q: What color is the ACDC2400?
A: Black, consistent with standard NetShelter rack enclosure aesthetics.
Q: How heavy is the ACDC2400 when shipped?
A: The packaged shipping weight is 127.9 kg (approximately 282 lbs). Plan for appropriate receiving and installation crew capacity — this is not a one-person lift.
The ACDC2400 comes up frequently in deployments where facilities teams are retrofitting aisle containment into an existing data hall rather than building containment into a greenfield design. The 2019mm panel width and 2.91m maximum depth span cover the majority of standard NetShelter row configurations without custom fabrication — that matters when you are working against a maintenance window and cannot wait on custom-cut hardware.
Technical Highlights:
- Sliding mechanism vs. hinged: In aisles narrower than 1200mm, a hinged door cannot fully open without hitting the opposite rack row. The sliding format on the ACDC2400 eliminates that constraint entirely — the panel travels parallel to the aisle, keeping the full aisle width clear during equipment moves.
- 2.91m max depth span: Covers aisle run depths that a single standard hinged panel cannot reach. This is the spec to check first — if your row depth exceeds 2.91m, you need to segment the closure or select a different SKU in the containment family.
- 127.9 kg packaged weight: The shipping weight signals a substantial steel and aluminum assembly. Budget for a two-person installation crew minimum, and confirm your freight dock can accept the 2202mm × 1104mm × 353mm pallet footprint before scheduling delivery.
Deployment Considerations:
- Verify the NetShelter containment frame SKUs already installed in your row accept the sliding door variant — APC's containment line includes both hinged and sliding end-of-row doors, and the mounting interface is not interchangeable between the two formats without frame modification.
- The 129mm profile dimension means the door assembly adds measurable depth to the aisle end — factor this into your raised floor tile layout and any emergency egress path calculations required by local fire code.
The ACDC2400 is the right call for high-traffic service aisles in enterprise co-location or hyperscale environments where operator throughput matters and a hinged door would become a daily workflow obstruction. If your aisle sees equipment moves more than a few times per week, the sliding format pays for itself in reduced friction alone.
