APC by Schneider Electric Hyperpod Accessory - 42-52U Rack Blanking Panel 750MM - FS-AC-5007-B

APC by Schneider Electric FS-AC-5007-B 42-52U Rack Blanking Panel 750mm

Overview

The APC by Schneider Electric FS-AC-5007-B is a rack blanking panel engineered specifically for the Hyperpod ecosystem, designed to fill unused rack unit space in 42U to 52U enclosures with a 750mm width profile. If you are managing airflow in a high-density datacenter or server room, open rack space is a liability — unblocked rack units allow hot exhaust air to recirculate back into equipment intakes, raising inlet temperatures and pushing cooling infrastructure harder than necessary. The FS-AC-5007-B closes those gaps, forcing cold aisle air to move through equipment rather than around it.

At 817mm tall and 2217mm in depth — dimensions that align with Hyperpod rack geometries — this panel is sized to cover the span from U42 through U52, providing continuous coverage across the lower rack section where blanking is most commonly overlooked during staged deployments. The black finish (product colour: black) integrates cleanly into standard APC rack enclosures without visual inconsistency.

Key Features

• 42U to 52U Coverage Span: A single FS-AC-5007-B panel covers the full U42–U52 zone of a compatible Hyperpod rack — that is the equivalent of 11 rack units in one piece, eliminating the gap-and-overlap guesswork that comes with stacking individual 1U fillers. Fewer parts to track, faster installation, no misaligned seams.
• 750mm Rack Width Compatibility: The 750mm width (84mm panel depth) is a direct match for wider Hyperpod enclosures. If your rack is a standard 600mm-wide unit, this panel is not the correct fit — confirm your enclosure width before ordering. The 750mm profile is common in APC's Hyperpod and certain enterprise rack lines.
• Airflow Management Without Active Components: Passive blanking panels like the FS-AC-5007-B are among the highest ROI items in a rack build. Blocking rear-to-front bypass airflow in a 42–52U zone can meaningfully reduce the delta-T seen by equipment at lower rack positions, which translates directly into lower fan speeds, reduced wear, and longer hardware life — no power draw, no maintenance, no moving parts.
• UL, cUL, and CE Certified: All three marks are present — UL and cUL cover North American safety compliance (US and Canada respectively), while CE covers European conformity. For enterprise procurement teams that require documentation of safety certifications before purchase approval, the FS-AC-5007-B clears those gates without exceptions or workarounds.
• 14 kg Package Weight: At 14 kg packaged (package dimensions: 2217mm × 84mm × 817mm), this is not a component you will hand-carry to a top-of-rack installation solo. Plan for a two-person install or a rack dolly, particularly if the Hyperpod enclosure is already partially populated.
• 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty: APC backs the FS-AC-5007-B with a 1-year manufacturer warranty — standard for passive rack hardware. Keep your purchase documentation if warranty support becomes necessary.

Integration and Compatibility

The FS-AC-5007-B is designed as an accessory for APC's Hyperpod rack system. Confirm your specific Hyperpod enclosure model accepts this blanking panel before deployment — the 750mm width and 42–52U coverage range are the two critical fit parameters. This panel is not a universal blanking solution; it is a purpose-built Hyperpod component. Attempting to install it in a non-Hyperpod APC rack or a third-party enclosure of differing width or depth may result in a poor fit or inability to secure the panel correctly.

For environments running rack management accessories alongside APC power and cooling infrastructure, this blanking panel integrates into a broader APC by Schneider Electric rack ecosystem without requiring additional hardware or tools beyond what APC Hyperpod installations typically include. If you are sourcing other power and UPS components for the same enclosure, review APC's Hyperpod accessory compatibility list to ensure all panel, shelf, and power rail dimensions align.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What rack width does the FS-AC-5007-B fit?

A: The FS-AC-5007-B is designed for 750mm wide rack enclosures, specifically within the APC Hyperpod ecosystem. It will not fit standard 600mm racks — confirm your enclosure width before ordering.

Q: What rack unit range does this blanking panel cover?

A: This panel is designed to cover the 42U to 52U zone of compatible Hyperpod enclosures, providing continuous blanking across that section of the rack.

Q: What certifications does the FS-AC-5007-B carry?

A: The FS-AC-5007-B is certified to cUL, UL, and CE standards, covering North American (US and Canada) and European safety compliance requirements.

Q: What is the warranty on the FS-AC-5007-B?

A: APC provides a 1-year manufacturer warranty on the FS-AC-5007-B.

Q: How heavy is the FS-AC-5007-B when packaged?

A: The packaged weight is 14 kg. Given the size and weight, a two-person installation is advisable, especially in a partially populated rack environment.

Q: Is the FS-AC-5007-B compatible with non-APC racks?

A: This panel is purpose-built for APC Hyperpod rack enclosures. Compatibility with non-APC or non-Hyperpod enclosures is not confirmed — use only in the Hyperpod system it was designed for.

Ted Perry

The FS-AC-5007-B is one of those parts that gets overlooked in the BOM until someone measures a 6°C inlet temperature spike on the lower-shelf servers and traces it back to an unsealed 42–52U span. At 817mm in height and built specifically for 750mm Hyperpod enclosures, this panel fills a coverage gap that individual 1U fillers simply cannot address as efficiently — you would need 11 separate filler panels to match what this single piece does.

Technical Highlights:

• 750mm Width Specificity: The 84mm panel depth and 750mm enclosure width match are non-negotiable — if your Hyperpod rack is a 600mm-wide variant, this part does not apply. Verify enclosure width from the rack's model plate before purchasing.
• UL, cUL, CE Certification: All three marks are confirmed on this SKU. For procurement workflows that require safety certification documentation before a PO can clear — common in healthcare and government facilities — this panel does not require an exception process.
• 14 kg Packaged Weight: The shipping carton is 2217mm × 84mm × 817mm and weighs 14 kg. That is an awkward one-person carry in a tight hot-aisle/cold-aisle arrangement. Budget for a second technician or a panel cart when scheduling the install.

Deployment Considerations:

• This is a Hyperpod-specific accessory — it is not a universal rack blank. Confirm the Hyperpod enclosure model number supports the FS-AC-5007-B before the panel ships to site; a mismatch on a raised-floor deployment means a return and a missed maintenance window.
• The 1-year warranty covers manufacturing defects, but passive panels rarely fail mechanically. The real risk is procurement error — wrong rack width or wrong U-range — so double-check both parameters against your rack documentation before ordering.

The FS-AC-5007-B is the right call for Hyperpod-based builds where the 42–52U zone is intentionally left unpopulated during phased server deployment — seal it now rather than chasing airflow problems six months into production when the rack is full and access is harder.