Middle Atlantic DUCT COOL SYSTEM 293 CFM INCLUDES 25ft. INSULATED DUCT - DUCT-COOL-2PT

Middle Atlantic DUCT-COOL-2PT Active Duct Cooling System

Overview

The Middle Atlantic DUCT-COOL-2PT is a 293 CFM active duct cooling system designed for AV and security equipment racks where passive ventilation cannot keep pace with heat loads. It ships with 25 feet of insulated duct, letting you route cooled air directly to heat-critical zones — NVRs, amplifiers, or densely packed switch shelves — without relying on ambient room airflow. If you have a wall cabinet in a telecom closet or a rack column tucked against a wall with no rear clearance, this is the product category to evaluate. DUCT-COOL-2PT (often searched as DUCT COOL 2PT) draws 120 VAC power and is classified as an active component, meaning it actively moves air rather than relying on convection.

Key Features

• 293 CFM Airflow: At 293 CFM, this unit moves enough air to offset the heat output of a fully loaded 4U–6U rack section. That matters in sealed or semi-sealed wall cabinets where temperature rise is the primary reliability threat to video recorders and managed switches.
• 25-Foot Insulated Duct Included: The included insulated duct run lets you position the cooling source outside the rack or enclosure and deliver conditioned air precisely where it is needed. Insulation on the duct prevents condensation when the supply air is significantly cooler than ambient — a detail that matters in humid environments.
• 120 VAC Operation: Standard 120 VAC input means no additional power conversion or dedicated circuit beyond a standard outlet or rack-mounted PDU. Straightforward to integrate into existing rack power infrastructure.
• Active Component Classification: Unlike passive venting panels, the DUCT-COOL-2PT actively drives airflow. This distinction is relevant when calculating whether a given rack's thermal load requires forced cooling — passive panels fail when rack density or ambient temps are too high.
• Compact Chassis: At 10.3 in (W) × 11.4 in (H) × 11.68 in (D), the unit fits within standard rack bay or side-panel cutout dimensions without consuming excessive rack units.
• AC Power Type: AC-driven fan systems generally offer more sustained airflow at rated CFM compared to DC alternatives at similar price points, and they avoid the need for DC power conversion hardware.

Integration and Compatibility

The DUCT-COOL-2PT is part of Middle Atlantic's thermal management line and is designed to integrate with Middle Atlantic rack enclosures and compatible third-party cabinets. It pairs naturally with rack enclosures used in security and AV deployments — particularly wall-mount cabinets housing network video recorders or PoE switch stacks where heat density is high and rear ventilation is limited. Consult your rack enclosure's airflow specifications to confirm duct entry point compatibility before ordering. For thermal planning across a multi-rack deployment, pair this unit with a rack cooling accessories strategy that accounts for total BTU load per enclosure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the airflow rating of the DUCT-COOL-2PT?

A: The DUCT-COOL-2PT is rated at 293 CFM (cubic feet per minute), making it suitable for actively cooling heat-dense rack sections in enclosed or semi-enclosed cabinets.

Q: What power input does the DUCT-COOL-2PT require?

A: It operates on standard 120 VAC AC power. No DC conversion or special circuit is required beyond a standard rack PDU or wall outlet.

Q: Does the DUCT-COOL-2PT include the duct?

A: Yes. The system includes 25 feet of insulated duct, allowing flexible routing from the cooling unit to the target heat zone within the rack.

Q: What are the physical dimensions of the DUCT-COOL-2PT?

A: Width 10.3 in (26.2 cm), Height 11.4 in (29 cm), Depth 11.68 in (29.7 cm).

Q: Is this an active or passive cooling solution?

A: Active. The DUCT-COOL-2PT uses a powered fan to drive airflow, unlike passive vent panels that rely on convection. This makes it appropriate for high-density racks or enclosures where passive cooling is insufficient.

Karl Wilson

The DUCT-COOL-2PT addresses a specific failure mode I see repeatedly in security integrations: a wall-mount cabinet packed with a 16-channel NVR, a PoE switch, and a UPS, installed in a telecom closet with no rear clearance and a single passive vent panel. At 293 CFM of active airflow delivered through 25 feet of insulated duct, this unit can actually move enough air to matter — unlike a passive panel that depends entirely on room convection to carry heat away.

Technical Highlights:

• 293 CFM Active Airflow: Sufficient to offset the combined heat output of a mid-density security rack (NVR + PoE switch + UPS). Passive panels in the same enclosure typically move a fraction of this volume.
• 25-Foot Insulated Duct: Insulation on the duct run is the spec that separates this from cheaper uninsulated duct kits — in a humid IDF closet, an uninsulated cold-air duct condensates and drips onto equipment below.
• 120 VAC Input: Wires directly to any rack PDU. No transformer, no DC supply, no added failure point in the power chain.

Deployment Considerations:

• The 25-foot duct run gives you enough reach to source cool air from an adjacent conditioned space or floor-level return — plan your routing path before mounting the unit, as the duct is not easily extended on-site.
• At 10.3 × 11.4 × 11.68 inches, confirm your enclosure has a compatible duct entry port or knockout before ordering — the unit's footprint does not fit a standard 1.75-inch rack unit slot.

The DUCT-COOL-2PT is the right call for sealed wall cabinets in security head-end rooms or telecom closets where ambient cooling is inadequate and you cannot cut additional ventilation openings — a common constraint in tenant-improvement and retrofit security deployments.