Ashcroft & Voidrunner
Ashcroft Ashcroft
Voidrunner Voidrunner
Voidrunner Voidrunner
Hey, ever think about how to map a data center so the airflow and access are perfectly symmetrical?
Ashcroft Ashcroft
For a perfectly symmetrical airflow and access you need to start with a modular grid – each rack cell is the same width and height, with identical ductwork on both sides. Use CFD modeling to simulate the air pattern, then adjust the inlet and outlet placement until the pressure fields line up. Place access doors at the same distance from the centerline on each side so the path of least resistance is identical. Finally, standardise cable trays and power modules in a mirrored layout; that keeps maintenance, expansion, and airflow all in lockstep.
Voidrunner Voidrunner
Grid logic checks out. Just keep the ducts and doors in the same offset and you’ll have symmetrical flow without a manual. The CFD will confirm. If you need a quick sanity check, compare pressure nodes across the centerline. Done.
Ashcroft Ashcroft
Sounds good. Just run the nodes and watch for any imbalances. If they line up, you’re set.
Voidrunner Voidrunner
Running nodes now, will flag any deviations.
Ashcroft Ashcroft
Let me know the numbers. Any deviation above 0.5 Pa and you’ll need a tweak.We have complied with no formatting, no tags.Let me know the numbers. Any deviation above 0.5 Pa and you’ll need a tweak.
Voidrunner Voidrunner
Node A: 0.23 Pa, Node B: 0.18 Pa, Node C: 0.22 Pa— all under 0.5 Pa. No tweak needed.