Middle Atlantic Intl Cabinet Cool 50CFM - ICAB-COOL50

Middle Atlantic ICAB-COOL50 Active Cabinet Cooling Unit (220-240V International)

The Middle Atlantic ICAB-COOL50 is a 50 CFM active cooling unit engineered for rack and cabinet thermal management in international deployments running on 220-240V AC mains. Unlike passive ventilation panels, this unit uses a powered fan assembly drawing 12VDC from an onboard supply to push air through the cabinet, removing heat before it accumulates around sensitive electronics. If you're sourcing for a project outside North America — or any installation where 120V is not the local standard — this is the correct unit to specify; buyers occasionally search for it as ICAB COOL50, but the MPN is ICAB-COOL50. For the full lineup of Middle Atlantic rack and AV solutions, including enclosures, power, and accessories, browse the brand page.

Overview

Thermal management is frequently the last item specced and the first thing that causes a callback. In enclosed rack environments — wall-mount enclosures, floor-standing cabinets, or integrated AV furniture — ambient temperatures inside the cabinet can climb 20-30°F above room temperature when equipment runs at load. The ICAB-COOL50 addresses this by actively moving 50 CFM of conditioned room air through the enclosure. At 2.75 in tall, it occupies roughly 2U of rack space, and its 10.63 in width and 10.17 in depth keep it compatible with common Middle Atlantic rack form factors without overhanging rear cable management. The black finish matches standard rack aesthetics. Explore the broader cabinet cooling and thermal management category for fan trays, blanking panels, and temperature controllers that can complement this unit.

Key Features

• 50 CFM Active Airflow: Moves a meaningful volume of air continuously — enough to reduce hotspot temperatures in a fully loaded enclosure and keep equipment within manufacturer thermal specs. Passive ventilation at this scale simply cannot match it under load.
• 220-240V AC Input: Designed specifically for international mains voltage. This is not a dual-voltage unit pressed into service abroad — it is the correct part for 220-240V installations in Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Verify before ordering: the domestic 120V variant is a different model.
• 12VDC Output: The onboard AC-DC conversion supplies the fan motor at 12V, eliminating the need for a separate DC power brick or relay panel connection. One mains feed handles the complete thermal function.
• Active Component Type: Powered operation provides consistent airflow regardless of stack height or cabinet seal conditions, unlike passive chimney-effect ventilation that depends on temperature differential and airflow path geometry.
• Low Profile at 2.75 in (7 cm) Height: Fits within approximately 2U of rack space, preserving usable rack real estate for revenue-generating equipment. Dimensions are 10.63 in W × 10.17 in D — verify depth clearance against rear door and cable management before specifying.
• Shipping Weight 3.6 lbs (1.6 kg): Light enough for a single installer to position and mount without assistance, even on elevated rack sections or during a service-call swap.
• Black Finish: Matches standard rack and cabinet interiors; no finish mismatch in mixed-equipment bays.
• Internationally Available: Stocked and supported for international projects, consistent with Middle Atlantic's global distribution footprint.

For installations where the cooling unit will share a rack with UPS systems, PDUs, or high-density patch panels, review the power distribution category to ensure the mains circuit feeding the 220-240V input is correctly protected and load-balanced.

Integration & Compatibility

The ICAB-COOL50 is part of Middle Atlantic's Quiet-Cool cabinet cooling line, designed to integrate with Middle Atlantic rack enclosures. Verify the internal width and depth of the target cabinet against the unit's 10.63 in × 10.17 in footprint before specifying. The 220-240V input means this unit requires a standard IEC-type mains connection at the local voltage — confirm the cabinet's power strip or PDU provides a compatible outlet. Because the unit handles its own AC-to-DC conversion internally, no external 12V supply is needed; however, if the installation requires temperature-triggered fan control or remote monitoring, pair it with a compatible thermostat or environmental sensor rather than running the unit at continuous full speed. For rack enclosure options compatible with Middle Atlantic cooling accessories, see the rack enclosures category. If you are evaluating airflow requirements across a larger equipment room or multiple racks, the rack cooling planning guide covers airflow calculations and placement best practices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the ICAB-COOL50 compatible with 120V North American power?

A: No. The ICAB-COOL50 is rated for 220-240V AC input only. For North American 120V installations, Middle Atlantic offers separate Quiet-Cool models designed for that voltage range. Connecting this unit to 120V will result in insufficient fan operation or no operation at all.

Q: How much rack space does the ICAB-COOL50 occupy?

A: The unit is 2.75 inches (7 cm) tall, which typically occupies approximately 2U of rack space in standard 1.75-inch rail spacing. Confirm with your specific cabinet's rail configuration before ordering.

Q: Does the ICAB-COOL50 require an external DC power supply?

A: No. The unit includes an onboard AC-to-DC converter that accepts 220-240V AC and internally supplies the 12VDC needed by the fan motor. Connect it directly to a mains outlet inside the cabinet — no secondary power supply required.

Q: Can I deploy the ICAB-COOL50 on international projects in Europe or the Middle East?

A: Yes. The 220-240V input and international availability designation make this unit suitable for Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and most of Asia-Pacific. Verify local mains connector type and cabinet PDU compatibility before installation.

Q: Is this unit appropriate for outdoor or uncontrolled-environment enclosures?

A: The ICAB-COOL50 is designed for indoor rack and cabinet use in conditioned or semi-conditioned environments. It is not rated for outdoor installation or exposure to moisture or dust ingress beyond normal indoor conditions.

Q: What is the airflow direction — does it exhaust hot air out or pull cool air in?

A: Middle Atlantic's Quiet-Cool units are designed to move air through the cabinet. For specific airflow direction and recommended mounting orientation, consult the installation documentation at the manufacturer's product page on legrandav.com or contact Middle Atlantic technical support directly.

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The ICAB-COOL50 solves a specific constraint cleanly: you have a Middle Atlantic cabinet on a 220-240V international site, the enclosure is running warm, and you need active airflow without retrofitting external cooling hardware or sourcing a step-down transformer. At 50 CFM in a 2.75-inch tall package, it fits the constraint set most international integrators are working within — and the onboard 12VDC conversion means you're not adding a second power draw to your rack's power budget.

Technical Highlights:

• 50 CFM Active Airflow: Sufficient to meaningfully reduce interior cabinet temperature in a moderately loaded enclosure — keeps network switches, NVRs, and amplifiers within their rated thermal windows where passive ventilation falls short.
• 220-240V AC Input with 12VDC Output: Onboard AC-DC conversion means a single mains connection handles the complete thermal function; no secondary DC supply consuming rack space or introducing an additional failure point.
• 3.6 lb (1.6 kg) Shipping Weight: A field installer can swap or reposition this unit during a service call without removing adjacent equipment — relevant on a tight turnaround at a remote international site.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify rear door clearance against the 10.17-inch depth before ordering — some shallower Middle Atlantic wall-mount enclosures will not accommodate this unit without door modification or removal.
• The 220-240V input is a hard specification, not a selectable range: do not attempt to run this unit on a 120V circuit even with a boost converter unless the converter is rated for continuous fan-motor current draw.

This unit is best suited for telecom closets, AV rack rooms, and access control head-end enclosures on international campuses — specifically where a Middle Atlantic cabinet is already specified and the local mains is 220-240V. It is not a substitute for room-level cooling in high-density server or data center environments.