Infinity Air-Stream Performance Specifications
| Specification | Infinity Air-Stream |
|---|---|
| Open Area | 55% |
| Nominal Panel Size | 24″ Ă— 24″ |
| Construction | Welded steel |
| Published Airflow | 1,100 CFM at 0.10″ Hâ‚‚O |
| Static Load Options | 1,250 lb / 1,500 lb |
| Ultimate Load Capacity | 4,000 lb |
| Adjustable Fit Range | Approx. 1″ to 1-11/16″ |
| Surface Finish | Conductive epoxy |
| Lifting Feature | Built-in self-retracting handle |
| Damper Option | Infinity Quad Damper Kit |
| Primary Compatibility | Tate/ASM bolted-stringer systems |
| Additional Compatibility | Selected woodcore, steel, and concrete systems with appropriate adapters |
For complete engineering information, download the Infinity Air-Stream 55% Product Specifications.
Designed for High-Density Underfloor Air Delivery
The Air-Stream is intended for data centers that need significantly more conditioned air than conventional perforated floor panels can provide.
Its 55% open area creates substantially less airflow resistance than traditional 25% panels, making it suitable for:
- High-density server racks
- High-demand cold aisles
- Contained cold-aisle environments
- Cloud-computing facilities
- Retrofit cooling projects
- Areas experiencing insufficient rack-inlet airflow
- Facilities upgrading from conventional perforated panels
The manufacturer publishes airflow of 1,100 CFM at 0.10″ Hâ‚‚O, but actual delivered airflow will still depend on the facility’s underfloor conditions.
These include:
- Static pressure
- Cooling-unit capacity
- Damper position
- Plenum depth
- Cable congestion
- Leakage through floor openings
- Containment
- Rack intake demand
A high-open-area grate should therefore be treated as one part of the airflow-management system rather than as a standalone solution to every hotspot.
For a deeper explanation, see our guide to perforated raised floor panels vs. air grates.
Built for Retrofit Compatibility
One of the biggest advantages of the Infinity Air-Stream is its ability to adapt to existing raised floors.
The panel is designed to be 100% compatible with Tate/ASM bolted-stringer systems and can also be adapted to many other steel, concrete-filled, and woodcore access-floor systems.
Its adjustable design allows the installed height to be set from approximately:
1″ to 1-11/16″
This helps the grate sit flush with surrounding floor panels rather than creating an uneven transition.
Woodcore installations may require optional:
- Adapters
- Leveling blocks
- Additional compatibility components
Before ordering, verify:
- Existing raised-floor manufacturer
- Panel dimensions
- Existing panel thickness
- Pedestal-head design
- Stringer configuration
- Finished-floor elevation
- Required load capacity
- Whether adapters or leveling blocks are needed
If you are unsure which floor system is installed, use our Raised Access Floor Panel Identification Guide before ordering.
Optional Infinity Quad Damper Kit
The Air-Stream can be paired with the patented Infinity Quad Damper Kit for greater airflow control.
The damper flexes into position beneath the grate, allowing facility teams to regulate the volume of conditioned air delivered through individual panels.
This can be useful when:
- Rack density varies across the cold aisle
- Cooling requirements change over time
- Airflow needs to be balanced between racks
- A 55% open-area panel provides more airflow than a specific rack requires
- Equipment is relocated within the data hall
The damper is sold separately.
View the Infinity Quad Damper Kit
Built-In Self-Retracting Lift Handle
Unlike many conventional airflow panels that require a separate lifting tool, the Infinity Air-Stream incorporates a self-retracting lifting handle directly into the panel.
This makes it easier for technicians to lift and reposition the grate when accessing the underfloor space, and the handle retracts when not in use.
This feature is particularly useful in facilities where technicians periodically remove airflow panels for inspection, cable work, cleaning, or airflow balancing.
55% Air-Stream vs. 66% Max-Air
Infinity also offers the Max-Air, which increases open area from 55% to 66%.
| Feature | Air-Stream | Max-Air |
|---|---|---|
| Open Area | 55% | 66% |
| Primary Use | High-volume airflow | Very high-volume airflow |
| Construction | Steel | High-flow grate |
| Best Fit | High-density cooling and retrofit applications | Applications requiring maximum available open area |
Choose the Air-Stream when 55% open area provides sufficient airflow and broad retrofit compatibility is important.
Consider the Infinity Max-Air 66% High Flow Panel when the cooling design calls for even greater open area.
Compare Data Center Airflow Panels
| Model | Open Area | Construction | Published Load | Best Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASM AF250 | 25% | Steel | 1,000 lbf concentrated | Standard airflow / FS & S-Series |
| ASM AF1250 | 25% | Steel | 1,250 lbf concentrated | Higher-load 25% airflow / FSD & SD-Series |
| ASM AF320 | 32% | Steel | 1,500 lbf concentrated | Higher airflow with heavy-duty steel construction |
| ASM AF500 / AF600 | 56% | Aluminum | 1,750 / 2,500 lbf concentrated | High-volume airflow with aluminum construction |
| Infinity Air-Stream | 55% | Steel | 1,250 / 1,500 lb static options | High-flow retrofit and broad floor compatibility |
| Infinity Max-Air | 66% | High-flow grate | Verify model specification | Maximum open-area applications |
Why Choose the Infinity Air-Stream?
The Air-Stream is particularly attractive when the project requires:
- 55% open area
- High airflow from a steel grate
- Retrofit installation into an existing raised floor
- Adjustable finished thickness
- Compatibility beyond a single panel family
- Built-in panel lifting
- Optional airflow balancing
- A Tate/ASM bolted-stringer replacement or upgrade
The ASM AF500/AF600 may be preferable when the project specifically requires a compatible ASM aluminum grate and its documented load characteristics.
The Infinity Air-Stream is particularly compelling when retrofit flexibility and compatibility are major considerations.
Available in Black
The standard Air-Stream is also available with a black finish for facilities where surrounding flooring, equipment, or design requirements call for a darker panel.
Custom powder-coat finish options may also be available.
When Is the Infinity Air-Stream a Good Choice?
The Air-Stream is particularly well suited for:
- High-density data center cold aisles
- Cloud-computing environments
- Data centers upgrading from 25% perforated panels
- Retrofit projects involving older raised-floor systems
- Tate/ASM bolted-stringer floors
- Selected woodcore raised floors using adapters
- Facilities requiring adjustable panel height
- Locations requiring approximately 55% open area
- Installations requiring optional airflow balancing
- Facilities where easy panel lifting and underfloor access are important
Frequently Asked Questions
How much open area does the Infinity Air-Stream provide?
The Infinity Air-Stream provides approximately 55% open area, placing it in the high-flow grate category rather than the conventional perforated-panel category.
How much airflow does the Air-Stream deliver?
The current product specification lists approximately 1,100 CFM at 0.10″ Hâ‚‚O static pressure. Actual airflow in a data center will vary according to underfloor pressure, damper position, cooling capacity, leakage, and other system conditions.
What load capacity does the Infinity Air-Stream have?
The product is offered with published 1,250 lb and 1,500 lb static-load options, with an ultimate load capacity of 4,000 lb.
Does the Infinity Air-Stream fit Tate and ASM raised floors?
It is specifically designed for compatibility with Tate/ASM bolted-stringer systems. Other raised-floor systems may also be compatible using the panel’s adjustable design, adapters, or leveling blocks.
Can the Infinity Air-Stream be installed in a woodcore floor?
Selected woodcore systems can be accommodated using optional adapters and leveling blocks. Compatibility should be verified before ordering.
What is the difference between the Air-Stream and Infinity Max-Air?
The Air-Stream provides approximately 55% open area, while the Max-Air provides 66% open area for applications requiring still greater airflow capacity.
Is an airflow damper available?
Yes. The optional Infinity Quad Damper Kit allows airflow through the grate to be adjusted and balanced.
Do I need a separate panel lifter?
The Air-Stream includes a built-in self-retracting lifting handle, reducing the need for a separate lifting tool when removing this panel.
Availability & Fitment
Product availability varies based on warehouse inventory. Large-quantity orders beyond available stock may require approximately 6–8 weeks for fulfillment.
Because grate and airflow panels must fit the existing raised-floor system correctly, please verify compatibility before ordering. Grate and airflow panels are non-returnable.
For quantity pricing, retrofit assistance, or help determining whether adapters or leveling blocks are required, request a quote from Data Center Floor Tiles.
