APC by Schneider Electric AR7361 NetShelter SX 18U Side Panel
Overview
The AR7361 is a replacement or additional side panel for APC NetShelter SX 18U open-frame and enclosed rack enclosures with 900mm depth. Sold as a single panel (qty 1), it is a direct-fit enclosure component for the NetShelter SX product series — useful when expanding an existing rack layout, replacing a damaged panel, or configuring a new enclosure build-out where the panel was not included in the base rack purchase.
The 3.5-inch panel dimension and 900mm depth specification are matched to the NetShelter SX 18U footprint. If your enclosure is a different U-height or depth variant, verify rack dimensions before ordering — side panels are not interchangeable across depth or height configurations within the SX family.
Key Features
- NetShelter SX Series Fit: Designed specifically for the SX enclosure line — no drilling, no fabrication. Drop-in replacement that preserves the rack's original cable management and airflow channels.
- 18U Height Match: The 18U panel height aligns with 18U SX enclosure frames, keeping enclosure integrity intact. Using a mismatched U-height panel leaves gaps that compromise dust and airflow management.
- 900mm Depth Coverage: Covers the full 900mm depth of the SX frame, which matters in environments where physical security of rear-mounted equipment (patch panels, PDUs) is a requirement.
- Single-Quantity Purchase: Sold as qty 1, allowing you to replace one side without purchasing a full panel kit — practical for maintenance and spares inventory.
Integration & Compatibility
The AR7361 is compatible with APC NetShelter SX enclosures rated for 18U height and 900mm depth. Confirm your enclosure model number against APC's NetShelter SX compatibility matrix before ordering. This panel is not designed for NetShelter VX, CX, or other APC enclosure families. The rack enclosure category includes additional APC NetShelter components if you need complementary panels, doors, or blanking plates. See the broader APC by Schneider Electric catalog for PDUs, cable managers, and airflow accessories that pair with this enclosure series. For structured cabling within the rack, patch panels and cable management accessories are commonly deployed alongside SX enclosure builds. If you are planning a full rack build-out, a network equipment overview can help identify complementary components.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the AR7361 compatible with all APC NetShelter SX enclosures?
A: The AR7361 is designed for APC NetShelter SX enclosures that are 18U in height and 900mm in depth. It is not compatible with different U-heights or depth variants within the SX line, and is not designed for APC NetShelter VX or CX enclosures. Verify your enclosure model and depth before ordering.
Q: Does the AR7361 include both left and right side panels?
A: No. The AR7361 is sold as a quantity of one (qty 1) single side panel. If you need to cover both sides of the enclosure, you will need to order two units.
Q: What are the dimensions of the AR7361?
A: The AR7361 panel has a listed dimension of 3.5 inches and is rated for 900mm deep, 18U NetShelter SX enclosures. Full dimensional drawings are available from APC's product documentation resources.
Q: Can the AR7361 be used with non-APC third-party racks?
A: The AR7361 is an OEM-fit enclosure component engineered specifically for the APC NetShelter SX mechanical frame. It will not fit third-party rack enclosures without modification, and modification is not recommended as it may compromise enclosure integrity.
The AR7361 is a single side panel for APC's NetShelter SX 18U enclosure at 900mm depth — a maintenance and spares item that is easy to overlook until a panel is damaged or missing from a partial rack kit. I see integrators run into trouble when they assume side panels are universal across the SX line; the 18U height and 900mm depth are both fixed constraints for this part.
Technical Highlights:
- Series-Specific Fit: Engineered for NetShelter SX 18U / 900mm — no field modification needed; installs to the OEM mechanical frame directly.
- Single-Unit Purchase: Qty 1 means you can order exactly what you need for a one-panel replacement without surplus; relevant for spares-inventory budgets.
- Depth Coverage: 900mm depth panel covers the full frame depth, which matters when rear PDUs or patch terminations need physical enclosure protection.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm the host enclosure is explicitly an 18U NetShelter SX at 900mm depth — the SX family spans multiple depths (600mm, 750mm, 900mm, 1070mm) and the panel dimensions are not interchangeable.
- If you need both left and right sides covered, order two AR7361 units; a single purchase leaves one side open.
The AR7361 is the right order for a facilities or IT team replacing a damaged panel on an existing NetShelter SX 18U 900mm rack, or for an integrator building out a new 18U SX enclosure where side panels were not included in the base rack SKU.
