Middle Atlantic Forward 1SP Flanged Textured Blnk PNL - FWD-SB1

Middle Atlantic FWD-SB1 1U Flanged Blank Rack Panel

Overview

The Middle Atlantic FWD-SB1 is a 1U (1.75 in) flanged blank panel designed to fill unused rack spaces in 19-inch equipment enclosures. The 'Forward' designation indicates a flanged front face — the panel mounts flush against the rack rails and presents a finished, closed face rather than leaving an open gap. That matters in working installations: open rack slots disrupt front-to-back airflow paths, expose internal cabling to accidental contact, and leave gaps in cable management aesthetics. A single FWD-SB1 closes a 1RU void cleanly with a textured black powder-coat finish that matches standard Middle Atlantic rack and enclosure finishes.

Compatibility

The FWD-SB1 fits any standard 19-inch EIA-310 rack with a 1U opening. This includes Middle Atlantic's own rack enclosures and open-frame racks (BGR, ERK, BGR-series, WRK, and similar) as well as any third-party 19-inch rack accepting a standard flanged panel. The 19 in / 1.75 in form factor is universal across the rack accessory line — pair multiples to fill consecutive open units in mixed-depth enclosures. At 0.62 lbs installed weight, adding several panels introduces negligible load on the rail assembly.

Installation Notes

Mount to front rack rails using the integrated flanges — no additional hardware specified in evidence beyond what a standard rack panel installation requires. The panel is 19 in wide and 1.75 in tall, occupying exactly one rack unit. Verify your rack has 1RU of available space before ordering. The textured black powder-coat finish is non-conductive and will not interfere with adjacent equipment shielding or grounding schemes. Patent pending per legrandav.com/patents.