A SparkFun PCB, three BlinkM LEDs, three LilyPads and a PICAXE USB Programmer walk into a bar. The bartender looks up and asks, “What is this, a newspost?” The answer to that question would be YES! Chekkit oot:
- SparkFun Ardubot Bare PCB
- BlinkM Smart LED
- BlinkM MaxM Ultrabright Smart LED
- BlinkM RGB Blaster
- LilyPad Temperature Sensor
- LilyPad Protoboard Large
- LilyPad Protoboard Small (Whoops, looks like this one’s already sold out!)
- PICAXE USB Programmer
Those are all pretty neat in their own way, but the BlinkM units deserve some special attention. They consist of three LEDs (RGB), that combine to make a wide array of colours. We’ve used them in a variety of projects so far (did see us at Maker Faire? We were using these guys in our lamp posts), and the results are absolutely fantastic. They’re so fantastic that we even made a quick little video for it:
Good news! We just got in a big ol’ shipment of Getting Started with Arduino, so not only is the book back online but all of our Arduino Bundles are now available! Huzzah!
And that does it for another week at Solarbotics. Remember, you filthy bilge rats: Tomorrow, September 19th, is Talk Like a Pirate Day, so don’t forget to let out your inner scurvy sea dog!
Key Features and Benefits
- 14-gauge steel construction provides durable rack space coverage and airflow control in high-density environments.
- Designed to install in unused rack space to improve cooling efficiency and prevent air recirculation.
- Solid panel design blocks airflow gaps, supporting proper front-to-rear cooling.
- Fits standard 19 in EIA-compliant rack rails for universal compatibility.
- Available in multiple heights (1U–10U+) to match rack configurations.
- Smooth powder coat finish provides a clean, professional appearance.
- Multiple color options available to match rack environments.
- Helps improve rack organization and equipment separation.
- TAA-compliant, manufactured in North America within an ISO 9001 certified facility.
- Powder coat finish (GREENGUARD, TSCA, RoHS compliant) supports environmental and durability requirements.
The PBPS Series steel rack blanking panels provide a reliable solution for covering unused rack space while improving airflow and cooling efficiency. Designed with a solid steel construction, they help prevent hot and cold air mixing in rack environments.
By blocking open rack units, the PBPS Series supports proper thermal management, improved system performance, and a clean, organized installation in data centers and network environments.
Where the PBPS Series Works Best
- Data centers and server rooms
- Telecom and network installations
- High-density rack environments
- Hot aisle / cold aisle containment systems
- Wall mount and floor-standing racks
Best Applications for the PBPS Series
- Covering unused rack space to improve airflow
- Preventing hot and cold air recirculation
- Enhancing cooling efficiency in rack systems
- Improving rack organization and appearance
- Supporting thermal management strategies
Key Features and Benefits
- 16-gauge formed steel construction provides durable rack space coverage and airflow control in rack environments.
- Formed (flanged) design improves panel rigidity while reducing weight compared to flat steel panels.
- Designed to install in unused rack space to improve cooling efficiency and prevent air recirculation.
- Fits standard 19 in EIA-compliant rack rails for universal compatibility.
- Available in multiple heights (1U–10U+) to match rack configurations.
- Smooth powder coat finish provides a clean, professional appearance.
- Multiple color options available to match rack environments.
- Helps improve rack organization and separation of equipment zones.
- TAA-compliant, manufactured in North America supports government procurement requirements and ensures consistent quality.
- Powder coat finish (GREENGUARD, TSCA, RoHS compliant) supports environmental and durability requirements.
The PBFS Series formed steel rack panels provide a lightweight and durable solution for covering unused rack space while improving airflow efficiency. Featuring a flanged design, these panels offer added rigidity and clean installation in rack systems.
By preventing hot and cold air mixing, the PBFS Series supports proper cooling performance and organized rack layouts in data centers, telecom rooms, and network environments.
Where the PBFS Series Works Best
- Data centers and server rooms
- Telecom and network installations
- High-density rack environments
- Wall mount and floor-standing racks
- Installations requiring lightweight panel solutions
Best Applications for the PBFS Series
- Covering unused rack space to improve airflow
- Preventing hot and cold air recirculation
- Supporting thermal management strategies
- Providing lightweight rack panel solutions
- Improving rack organization and appearance
Key Features and Benefits
- 16-gauge formed steel construction provides durable rack space coverage and airflow control in rack environments.
- Formed (flanged) design improves panel rigidity while reducing weight compared to flat steel panels.
- Designed to install in unused rack space to improve cooling efficiency and prevent air recirculation.
- Fits standard 19 in EIA-compliant rack rails for universal compatibility.
- Available in multiple heights (1U–10U+) to match rack configurations.
- Smooth powder coat finish provides a clean, professional appearance.
- Multiple color options available to match rack environments.
- Helps improve rack organization and separation of equipment zones.
- TAA-compliant, manufactured in North America supports government procurement requirements and ensures consistent quality.
- Powder coat finish (GREENGUARD, TSCA, RoHS compliant) supports environmental and durability requirements.
The PBFS Series formed steel rack panels provide a lightweight and durable solution for covering unused rack space while improving airflow efficiency. Featuring a flanged design, these panels offer added rigidity and clean installation in rack systems.
By preventing hot and cold air mixing, the PBFS Series supports proper cooling performance and organized rack layouts in data centers, telecom rooms, and network environments.
Where the PBFS Series Works Best
- Data centers and server rooms
- Telecom and network installations
- High-density rack environments
- Wall mount and floor-standing racks
- Installations requiring lightweight panel solutions
Best Applications for the PBFS Series
- Covering unused rack space to improve airflow
- Preventing hot and cold air recirculation
- Supporting thermal management strategies
- Providing lightweight rack panel solutions
- Improving rack organization and appearance
Key Features and Benefits
- 14-gauge steel construction provides durable rack space coverage and airflow control in high-density environments.
- Designed to install in unused rack space to improve cooling efficiency and prevent air recirculation.
- Solid panel design blocks airflow gaps, supporting proper front-to-rear cooling.
- Fits standard 19 in EIA-compliant rack rails for universal compatibility.
- Available in multiple heights (1U–10U+) to match rack configurations.
- Smooth powder coat finish provides a clean, professional appearance.
- Multiple color options available to match rack environments.
- Helps improve rack organization and equipment separation.
- TAA-compliant, manufactured in North America within an ISO 9001 certified facility.
- Powder coat finish (GREENGUARD, TSCA, RoHS compliant) supports environmental and durability requirements.
The PBPS Series steel rack blanking panels provide a reliable solution for covering unused rack space while improving airflow and cooling efficiency. Designed with a solid steel construction, they help prevent hot and cold air mixing in rack environments.
By blocking open rack units, the PBPS Series supports proper thermal management, improved system performance, and a clean, organized installation in data centers and network environments.
Where the PBPS Series Works Best
- Data centers and server rooms
- Telecom and network installations
- High-density rack environments
- Hot aisle / cold aisle containment systems
- Wall mount and floor-standing racks
Best Applications for the PBPS Series
- Covering unused rack space to improve airflow
- Preventing hot and cold air recirculation
- Enhancing cooling efficiency in rack systems
- Improving rack organization and appearance
- Supporting thermal management strategies
Key Features and Benefits
- 16-gauge formed steel construction provides durable rack space coverage and airflow control in rack environments.
- Formed (flanged) design improves panel rigidity while reducing weight compared to flat steel panels.
- Designed to install in unused rack space to improve cooling efficiency and prevent air recirculation.
- Fits standard 19 in EIA-compliant rack rails for universal compatibility.
- Available in multiple heights (1U–10U+) to match rack configurations.
- Smooth powder coat finish provides a clean, professional appearance.
- Multiple color options available to match rack environments.
- Helps improve rack organization and separation of equipment zones.
- TAA-compliant, manufactured in North America supports government procurement requirements and ensures consistent quality.
- Powder coat finish (GREENGUARD, TSCA, RoHS compliant) supports environmental and durability requirements.
The PBFS Series formed steel rack panels provide a lightweight and durable solution for covering unused rack space while improving airflow efficiency. Featuring a flanged design, these panels offer added rigidity and clean installation in rack systems.
By preventing hot and cold air mixing, the PBFS Series supports proper cooling performance and organized rack layouts in data centers, telecom rooms, and network environments.
Where the PBFS Series Works Best
- Data centers and server rooms
- Telecom and network installations
- High-density rack environments
- Wall mount and floor-standing racks
- Installations requiring lightweight panel solutions
Best Applications for the PBFS Series
- Covering unused rack space to improve airflow
- Preventing hot and cold air recirculation
- Supporting thermal management strategies
- Providing lightweight rack panel solutions
- Improving rack organization and appearance
Key Features and Benefits
- 14-gauge steel construction provides durable rack space coverage and airflow control in high-density environments.
- Designed to install in unused rack space to improve cooling efficiency and prevent air recirculation.
- Solid panel design blocks airflow gaps, supporting proper front-to-rear cooling.
- Fits standard 19 in EIA-compliant rack rails for universal compatibility.
- Available in multiple heights (1U–10U+) to match rack configurations.
- Smooth powder coat finish provides a clean, professional appearance.
- Multiple color options available to match rack environments.
- Helps improve rack organization and equipment separation.
- TAA-compliant, manufactured in North America within an ISO 9001 certified facility.
- Powder coat finish (GREENGUARD, TSCA, RoHS compliant) supports environmental and durability requirements.
The PBPS Series steel rack blanking panels provide a reliable solution for covering unused rack space while improving airflow and cooling efficiency. Designed with a solid steel construction, they help prevent hot and cold air mixing in rack environments.
By blocking open rack units, the PBPS Series supports proper thermal management, improved system performance, and a clean, organized installation in data centers and network environments.
Where the PBPS Series Works Best
- Data centers and server rooms
- Telecom and network installations
- High-density rack environments
- Hot aisle / cold aisle containment systems
- Wall mount and floor-standing racks
Best Applications for the PBPS Series
- Covering unused rack space to improve airflow
- Preventing hot and cold air recirculation
- Enhancing cooling efficiency in rack systems
- Improving rack organization and appearance
- Supporting thermal management strategies
Key Features and Benefits
- 16-gauge formed steel construction provides durable rack space coverage and airflow control in rack environments.
- Formed (flanged) design improves panel rigidity while reducing weight compared to flat steel panels.
- Designed to install in unused rack space to improve cooling efficiency and prevent air recirculation.
- Fits standard 19 in EIA-compliant rack rails for universal compatibility.
- Available in multiple heights (1U–10U+) to match rack configurations.
- Smooth powder coat finish provides a clean, professional appearance.
- Multiple color options available to match rack environments.
- Helps improve rack organization and separation of equipment zones.
- TAA-compliant, manufactured in North America supports government procurement requirements and ensures consistent quality.
- Powder coat finish (GREENGUARD, TSCA, RoHS compliant) supports environmental and durability requirements.
The PBFS Series formed steel rack panels provide a lightweight and durable solution for covering unused rack space while improving airflow efficiency. Featuring a flanged design, these panels offer added rigidity and clean installation in rack systems.
By preventing hot and cold air mixing, the PBFS Series supports proper cooling performance and organized rack layouts in data centers, telecom rooms, and network environments.
Where the PBFS Series Works Best
- Data centers and server rooms
- Telecom and network installations
- High-density rack environments
- Wall mount and floor-standing racks
- Installations requiring lightweight panel solutions
Best Applications for the PBFS Series
- Covering unused rack space to improve airflow
- Preventing hot and cold air recirculation
- Supporting thermal management strategies
- Providing lightweight rack panel solutions
- Improving rack organization and appearance
Key Features and Benefits
- 16-gauge steel construction (50 lb capacity) provides reliable support for lightweight network equipment and patch panels.
- Fixed 6″ depth wall-mount design (19″ rack compatible) supports installations where space is limited.
- Hinged design provides rear access for installation, servicing, and cable management.
- One (1) pair of 10-32 round hole mounting rails supports standard rack equipment and consistent installation. Includes mounting hardware pack with CLPKIT10-32-10 screws, washers, and clip nuts for equipment installation.
- Available in 1U, 2U, and 4U sizes supports small-scale equipment mounting requirements.
- TAA-compliant, manufactured in North America supports government procurement requirements.
- Black powder coat finish (GREENGUARD, TSCA, RoHS compliant) supports indoor air quality and environmental compliance.
The RB-WR Series economy fixed depth wall rack provides a compact solution for mounting 19-inch rack equipment in telecom and IT environments. Constructed from 16-gauge steel with a 50 lb load capacity, the RB-WR is ideal for small network deployments, patch panels, and lightweight equipment where space and cost are key considerations.
Where the RB-WR series works best
- Telecom backboards and network demarcation points.
- Very shallow wall-mount installations.
- Small network deployments with limited equipment.
- Retrofit installations requiring minimal wall depth.
- Installations where space and cost are primary constraints.
Applications and when to use the RB-WR series
- Installations requiring compact, shallow-depth wall mounting (6″).
- Applications needing hinged access for basic servicing and cable management.
- Environments where lightweight equipment is being installed (up to 50 lb).
- Deployments requiring low-cost, space-saving mounting solutions.
- Installations where only a small number of rack units (1U–4U) are required.
Key Features:
- Spot welded – heavy duty construction chassis.
- Natural aluminum finish (as shown above) – also available in painted steel with walnut side panels).
- Side panels are made from solid walnut and routed out to fit over ends of chassis (pre-punched for easy mounting).
- Walnut side panels attach with four machine screws & lockwashers (included) into metal inserts to avoid wood damage. Screws should not be torqued past 4.43 lbf.in ( 50 cN.m).
- Usable surface of chassis front, back and top are reduced by roughly 7/8” (22 mm) due to inset in walnut sides.
- Optional bottom plates are punched with 4 holes – 3/16” diameter.
- Bottom plate hardware not provided, please order separately – Part number 1421J6 (Pkg. of 6, 6-32 Philips head screws).
- NOTE: our steel chassis covers (1451 series) are NOT compatible with this series.
