Middle Atlantic FANTOP-138DC Essex Rack Fan Top, 138 CFM DC
Overview
The Middle Atlantic FANTOP-138DC is a dual DC fan top panel rated at 138 CFM total airflow, designed to actively exhaust heat from enclosed Essex series rack cabinets. DC fan motors run quieter and draw less power than AC equivalents — a meaningful difference in low-noise environments like control rooms, NOCs, or AV equipment closets where fan noise accumulates across multiple racks. At 1.48 inches deep and 13.97 inches wide, the FANTOP-138DC occupies the top-panel position of compatible Essex enclosures without consuming any internal rack unit space. The 12 VDC output is internally regulated from a 120V AC input, so no external DC power supply is required. Finish is flat black, matching standard Essex rack aesthetics.
Compatibility
The FANTOP-138DC is built for Middle Atlantic Middle Atlantic Essex series rack enclosures. Verify your Essex cabinet model accepts a fan top panel at the specified 13.97-inch width before ordering — not all Essex depth or width configurations share the same top-panel footprint. This unit is not a universal fit across the broader rack accessories catalog; confirm the enclosure model explicitly. The 120V AC input limits installation to standard North American circuits; it is not dual-voltage and will not operate on 230V without a step-down transformer.
Installation Notes
The panel mounts to the top of the Essex enclosure — no rack units consumed internally. Route AC power to the unit's internal supply; the fans operate on the regulated 12 VDC output. At 3.6 lbs shipping weight, the installed unit is lightweight enough that standard top-panel fasteners handle retention without additional support. Verify clearance above the rack for unobstructed exhaust before finalizing the installation position.
What's in the Box
- 1x FANTOP-138DC fan top panel with 2 integrated DC fans
