11130269

The nVent Varistar Aisle Containment System (SKU: 11130269) is a 6x12 ft, 2C pole containment solution designed to optimize thermal management in data centers. Engineered by nVent, a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, this system physically segregates hot and cold air streams to eliminate airflow mixing, a critical factor in high-density IT environments. The 7035 color configuration ensures visual consistency with existing infrastructure while maintaining durability. The 2C pole design supports modular expansion, allowing data center operators to scale containment as IT loads grow without costly retrofits. By directing chilled air precisely to server inlets and preventing hot exhaust recirculation, the Varistar system reduces bypass airflow by up to 90%, directly improving cooling unit (CRAC/CRAH) efficiency. This containment approach enables data centers to raise cooling setpoints by 4-6°C or reduce fan speeds by 20-30%, delivering measurable energy savings of 15-25% in typical deployments. The system’s rigid panels and structural framing are constructed from corrosion-resistant aluminum and steel, rated for continuous operation in environments ranging from 5°C to 40°C. Installation is tool-assisted with snap-fit panels and pre-drilled mounting points, minimizing deployment time to under 4 hours for a standard 6x12 ft aisle. Compatible with raised floor and overhead cooling architectures, the Varistar system integrates with nVent’s thermal management portfolio, including cable management and power distribution solutions. Ideal for colocation facilities, enterprise data centers, and edge computing deployments, this system supports aisle widths from 4 to 8 ft and heights up to 12 ft, accommodating diverse rack configurations. The containment panels are rated UL 94 V-0 for flame resistance and feature gasketed edges to maintain positive pressure differentials. Backed by nVent’s 5-year warranty, the Varistar Aisle Containment System is a field-proven solution deployed in thousands of data centers worldwide, reducing PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) by an average of 0.15 points in documented case studies.