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# Kontron CF-FP-DUMMY-3U-4HP Front Panel

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## Summary

- Manufacturer: Kontron
- Model: CF-FP-DUMMY-3U-4HP
- Condition: Used and in Excellent Condition
- Price: $70.00 USD
- Availability: In stock, 1 available
- Warranty: 1-Year Warranty with 30-Day Return Guarantee
- ITAR restricted: No
- Shipping weight: 1 lb, estimated
- Shipping dimensions: 8X8X3 in, estimated

## Categories

- Test Equipment > Electrical Test > Electrical Parts (primary)

## Details

### Configuration

- Slot Width: 3

## Function

The **Kontron CF-FP-DUMMY-3U-4HP Front Panel** is a blanking panel specifically designed for CompactPCI (CPCI) systems.

**Key Features and Configuration:**

*   **Manufacturer:** Kontron, a leading provider of embedded computing solutions.
*   **Product Type:** CompactPCI (CPCI) Front Panel. The "DUMMY" designation indicates it is a blank or filler panel, not an active component.
*   **Function:** Its primary purpose is to cover unused slots within a CompactPCI chassis. This is crucial for:
    *   **Airflow Management:** Maintaining proper airflow distribution through the system, preventing hot air recirculation and optimizing cooling for active components.
    *   **Dust and Debris Prevention:** Protecting internal components from dust accumulation and other environmental contaminants.
    *   **EMI/RFI Shielding:** Ensuring electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) by closing potential gaps in the chassis where interference could enter or escape.
    *   **Aesthetics:** Providing a clean, professional, and uniform appearance to the front of the CompactPCI system.
*   **Form Factor:**
    *   **Height:** 3U (3 Rack Units), a standard height for CompactPCI cards and systems.
    *   **Width:** 4HP (4 Horizontal Pitches). This is the standard width unit for cards and front panels in CompactPCI. The "Slot Width: 3 provided in the configuration is likely an incomplete reference or an internal designation, but the physical panel width for occupying a slot is 4HP.
*   **Construction:** Typically made from robust materials (e.g., aluminum) to ensure durability, effective shielding, and a secure fit within the CompactPCI subrack.

This Kontron dummy front panel is an essential component for system integrators and users of CompactPCI infrastructure, ensuring proper thermal performance, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance in deployments where not all slots are populated with active boards.

## Images

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