APC by Schneider Electric AR8213 NetShelter WX Fan Module
Overview
The AR8213 is a replacement and supplemental fan module designed specifically for APC by Schneider Electric NetShelter WX wall-mount enclosures. If your WX cabinet is running warm — or you're adding higher-density active equipment that generates more heat — this module installs directly into the enclosure's fan bay to restore or extend active airflow management without requiring a new cabinet. It's a 1U-height (43mm) component that spans the full 483mm rack width, so it integrates cleanly into the WX form factor rather than requiring external clip-on solutions.
The AR8213 carries UL 507 certification, which is the standard for electric fans — meaning the unit has been independently tested for electrical and mechanical safety. RoHS compliance confirms it meets EU restrictions on hazardous substances, relevant for any deployment in regulated environments or for organizations with green-procurement requirements. Both certifications are verified for this SKU.
Key Features
- NetShelter WX-native fit (483mm W × 132mm D × 43mm H): Designed to seat directly in APC NetShelter WX wall-mount enclosures without adapters or field fabrication — reduces installation time on cabinet upgrades.
- UL 507 listed: Independent safety certification for electric fans. Matters for facilities with insurance or code requirements that mandate listed components inside network enclosures.
- RoHS compliant: Meets EU Directive 2011/65/EU on hazardous substance restrictions — relevant for public-sector, healthcare, and EU-market deployments with environmental compliance mandates.
- Black finish: Matches standard NetShelter WX cabinet aesthetics — minor point, but avoids the visual mismatch of aftermarket modules in customer-facing or executive-area installations.
- Compatibility scoped to NetShelter WX: Verified for the WX enclosure family — do not assume cross-compatibility with NetShelter SX, CX, or VX without verifying bay dimensions and connector type independently.
Integration and Compatibility
The AR8213 is confirmed compatible with the NetShelter WX line. For data center and server room deployments where thermal management is a compliance or uptime requirement, pairing this fan module with APC's environmental monitoring accessories allows temperature and airflow events to be logged and alerted. Consult APC's NetShelter WX configuration guide to confirm which WX cabinet sizes support this fan bay module before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which enclosures is the AR8213 compatible with?
A: The AR8213 is verified for APC NetShelter WX wall-mount enclosures. Compatibility with other NetShelter families (SX, CX, VX) is not confirmed in available evidence — check APC's configuration guide for your specific cabinet model before ordering.
Q: Is the AR8213 UL listed?
A: Yes. The AR8213 carries UL 507 certification, the standard for electric fans, confirming independent safety testing for electrical and mechanical compliance.
Q: Is the AR8213 RoHS compliant?
A: Yes. The AR8213 is RoHS compliant, meeting EU restrictions on hazardous substances — relevant for regulated-industry and public-sector procurement requirements.
Q: What are the physical dimensions of the AR8213?
A: The module measures 483mm wide × 132mm deep × 43mm high (approximately 19.0in × 5.2in × 1.7in), fitting a standard 1U-height fan bay in the NetShelter WX enclosure.
Q: Does the AR8213 require any tools or special wiring to install?
A: Installation details beyond the enclosure compatibility are not specified in available evidence. Consult the APC NetShelter WX installation guide for your specific cabinet model.
The AR8213 is a purpose-built fan module for the NetShelter WX family — not a universal fit. Its 483mm width and 43mm (1U) height are sized to the WX bay spec, so before ordering, confirm your cabinet model actually has an open fan bay that accepts this module. I've seen integrators order fan modules against a WX enclosure that was already fully populated, or against an SX cabinet where the bay dimensions don't match.
Technical Highlights:
- UL 507 certification: Independent safety listing for electric fans — required by some facility codes and insurance underwriters for components installed inside enclosed network cabinets.
- RoHS compliance: Hazardous-substance restricted per EU Directive 2011/65/EU — covers lead, mercury, cadmium, and other restricted materials. Required for public-sector and EU-market deployments.
- 1U form factor (43mm H × 483mm W): Drops into the WX fan bay without modification, preserving the cabinet's rack unit allocation for active equipment.
Deployment Considerations:
- Verify your specific NetShelter WX cabinet model accepts the AR8213 fan bay module before purchasing — not all WX sizes share the same fan bay configuration.
- Airflow rate (CFM), noise level (dBA), and power draw are not published in available evidence — if these are hard requirements for your thermal or acoustic budget, contact APC directly for the full technical datasheet before committing.
This module is the right call for a NetShelter WX deployment where an existing fan has failed or where you're adding higher-density switching or patch equipment that pushes cabinet temperatures above passive-cooling thresholds in a closet or IDF environment.
