Vertiv Solid Split Door 800W 48U Vr-series - VRA6057

Vertiv VRA6057 Split Metal Door for 48U x 800mm VR-Series Racks

Overview

The Vertiv VRA6057 is a split metal door designed specifically for 48U, 800mm-wide VR-series open-frame and enclosed racks. Unlike a single-panel door that swings clear of the aisle on one side, the split configuration opens in two independent halves — each half requires only half the clearance depth in front of the rack. That matters in tight data center rows, network closets, or any installation where aisle space is at a premium. If you're retrofitting an existing VR rack and need to preserve row spacing, the VRA6057 is the model to spec. The door ships as a factory-new, genuine Vertiv replacement or upgrade component, sourced direct from the manufacturer supply chain.

Vertiv's VR-series is a widely deployed mid-market rack line covering a range of configurations. The VRA6057 slots into the 800mm-wide, 48U segment of that family. Browse the full Vertiv rack accessories catalog to find companion panels, handles, and side covers for the same enclosure system.

Key Features

• Split-panel configuration: Two independent door halves open without requiring a full door-width clearance zone. In rows with 600–900mm aisle depth in front of the rack, this is often the difference between a door that can actually open and one that can't — a detail easy to miss at design time and expensive to fix post-installation.
• 48U height, 800mm width: Matched exactly to Vertiv VR3157 and VR3357 rack frames. A mismatch in either dimension means the door won't seat in the hinge brackets — always confirm rack model before ordering. The 48U / 800mm spec is distinct from the 48U / 600mm variant (VRA6056) and from the 42U variants (VRA6062, VRA6063).
• Solid metal construction: Full metal panels rather than perforated steel. Solid doors provide a physical barrier against casual access and reduce dust ingress in environments where airflow management is handled through blanking panels and structured cable paths rather than free convection. Note: solid doors will restrict passive airflow more than perforated variants — factor this into thermal planning if the rack runs high-density compute.
• Black finish: Standard data center aesthetic, matches the VR-series rack frame color. No painting or finishing required post-installation.
• Compatible handle hardware: The VRA6057 door panel is designed to accept Vertiv's VR-series handle accessories, including the VRA6022 standard door handle, VRA6023 combination lock handle (sold in pairs), and the advanced VRA7001/VRA7002/VRA7003 security handles (combination, fingerprint + RFID, and PIN pad + RFID respectively). None of these are included with the door — order separately based on your access control requirements.
• Drop-in replacement or upgrade: Designed to install on existing VR3157 or VR3357 racks without frame modification. If a rack was originally configured with a perforated door (VRA6008) or no door at all, the VRA6057 installs on the same hinge points — useful when security requirements change after initial rack deployment.

Integration and Compatibility

The VRA6057 is verified compatible with the following Vertiv VR-series rack frames:

• VR3157 — 48U, 800mm wide VR rack
• VR3357 — 48U, 800mm wide VR rack (alternate depth configuration)

It is NOT interchangeable with 600mm-wide racks (see VRA6056 for that configuration) or 42U racks (see VRA6062 or VRA6063). Cross-referencing rack model numbers against door SKUs before ordering prevents costly return freight on heavy metal panels. Pair with a compatible rack door handle from the VRA6022/VRA6023/VRA7001–VRA7003 range to complete the assembly. If you're building out a full enclosure, also consider VR-series rack enclosures for context on the broader system.

For facilities managing multiple rack configurations, Vertiv publishes a door compatibility matrix by rack SKU — confirm against your specific rack model number before procurement, particularly in mixed 42U/48U environments where similar-looking doors differ only in panel height.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which rack models is the VRA6057 compatible with?

A: The VRA6057 is verified compatible with the Vertiv VR3157 and VR3357 rack frames — both 48U, 800mm-wide configurations. It is not designed for 600mm-wide or 42U racks.

Q: What is the difference between the VRA6057 and VRA6056?

A: Both are 48U split metal doors. The VRA6056 fits 600mm-wide racks; the VRA6057 fits 800mm-wide racks. Ordering the wrong width means the door will not mount correctly on the hinge brackets.

Q: Does the VRA6057 include a handle or lock?

A: No. The door panel ships without a handle. Compatible handles — including the VRA6022 standard handle, VRA6023 combination lock, and VRA7001/VRA7002/VRA7003 advanced security handles — are sold separately and ordered based on your access control requirements.

Q: Will a solid metal door affect rack airflow?

A: Yes. Unlike perforated door variants, solid metal panels restrict passive front-to-back airflow. If the rack houses high-density servers or active cooling is not managed via raised floor or in-row coolers, evaluate thermal impact before specifying a solid door. Perforated alternatives (VRA6008 for 48U x 800mm) are available if airflow is a concern.

Q: Can I install the VRA6057 on a rack that originally had no door?

A: Yes, provided the rack is a VR3157 or VR3357. The VRA6057 uses the existing VR-series hinge attachment points on the rack frame — no frame modification required.

Q: What is the door height in millimeters?

A: The VRA6057 door height is 800mm, corresponding to the 48U rack form factor in the VR-series line.

Ted Perry

The VRA6057 is the detail that gets overlooked until it's too late — a 48U, 800mm split metal door that solves a real physical constraint. I've seen integrators spec a single-panel door on a dense row install and discover on delivery day that the door can't fully open without hitting the opposite rack or a wall. The split configuration on the VRA6057 cuts that swing radius in half, which is exactly what you need when you're working in sub-1000mm aisle conditions.

Technical Highlights:

• Split vs. single panel: Each half of the split door operates independently, requiring only ~400mm of clearance to open fully rather than the 800mm a single-panel door demands. Critical in edge deployments, telecom closets, and co-lo cages where aisle depth is fixed.
• Solid metal panel: Provides a physical barrier that perforated doors don't — dust control, visual obstruction, and a harder target for opportunistic access. The trade-off is airflow restriction, so this door is best matched to racks with active cooling or low-to-mid density loads.
• Verified rack fit — VR3157 / VR3357 only: Vertiv explicitly lists two compatible frames. The 800mm width is non-negotiable; the 600mm variant (VRA6056) looks nearly identical in photos but will not seat on an 800mm frame's hinge points.

Deployment Considerations:

• Handle hardware is not included. If physical security is required at the rack level, factor in one of the VRA7001/VRA7002/VRA7003 advanced handles at procurement — adding them post-install is straightforward but easy to forget in the initial BOM.
• Solid doors in high-density compute rows without active cooling can cause thermal events. Confirm rack power density and cooling architecture before substituting a solid door for a perforated one.

The VRA6057 is the right call for VR3157 or VR3357 deployments in constrained spaces — edge sites, branch office comms rooms, and co-location footprints where row density is high and aisle clearance is tight. It's a straightforward component, but speccing the wrong door costs you a return freight cycle on a heavy metal panel.