The Astronics / EADS / Racal 404836 is a single-slot blank filler panel engineered to occupy empty B/C-size slots in VXI mainframes. It prevents dust and foreign object ingress while maintaining proper airflow distribution and thermal management across populated modules. Secured with two captive mounting screws, this blanking panel protects sensitive internal components and optimizes cooling performance by directing airflow through active slots and eliminating uncontrolled bypass paths.
Technical Specifications
• Manufacturer: Astronics / EADS / Racal
• Model: 404836
• Type: Single-Slot Blank Filler Panel
• Size Compatibility: B/C-Size
• Ship Weight: 1 lbs/ea
• Mounting: Two captive mounting screws
– Key Features
• Prevents dust and foreign object ingress into VXI enclosures
• Maintains enclosure environmental integrity
• Directs airflow through populated slots, eliminating bypass air leakage
• Reduces risk of thermal hotspots and component overheating
• Captive screw design ensures stable, repeatable installation
– Typical Applications
• Fills unused slots in operational VXI mainframes during configuration changes
• Supports thermal management in multi-module test systems
• Protects internal components in laboratory and production test environments
– Compatibility & Integration
The 404836 is designed for Astronics / EADS / Racal VXI mainframes with B/C-size slots, including:
• 1260 Series 13-Slot VXI Mainframe
• 1261B Mainframe (7U and 9U versions)
• 1263HPf High-Power, Front-Maintainable VXI 4.0 Mainframe
Installation is performed directly into empty slots within the mainframe chassis, with the blanking panel secured using the provided captive screws to maintain proper fit and airflow characteristics.
