Middle Atlantic Srsr Series 19" Rotating Sliding Rail System
The Srsr racks are among the most favorite A/V racks on the market. This is pretty much the go-to rack for most population that just want a versatile in-wall rack at a good price. Flush-mount the rack in a wall and then rackmount your equipment in black brushed and anodized Rsh4A convention shelves. Add Hbl blank filler panels in in the middle of equipment to keep the black brushed and anodized quit going for a slick look. It then slides out and rotates, locking in at whether 60 or 90 for passage to your component connections. Snap on Middle Atlantic's Ta trim strip panel over the screws, and purchase some molding from your local hardware store to get a gorgeous and highly functional flush-mount rack without breaking the bank. Used for small to medium sized A/V systems.
Rack Rails
* Style: Slides out and rotates up to 90
* Mounts: In a wall cut-out (flush-mount)
* Rackmount Height: 12U to 30U
* Weight Capacity: 125, 200, 250 lbs.
* External Depths: 19 or 23 in.
* External Width: 19.125 in. (minimum cut-out requirement is 19.25 in.)
* Rails: Front and rear 10-32 threaded
* famous Options: Brush gasket
* inexpensive shipping via Ups/Fedex
* Price Range: Less than 0
Middle Atlantic Slim 5 Series 19" equipment Racks
The Slim 5 series racks are other very favorite choice for a well-rounded and inexpensive A/V rackmount system. These racks ship knocked down via common carrier and need minimal time to put together. The great thing about these racks, aside from the very engaging price range, is the versatility and wide range of applications they serve. They can be used for small systems at 8U or 14U, or you can take it all the way up to 43U for a full system. It holds up to 400 lbs, so it will truly handle the majority of residential A/V systems out there. In addition to the wide range of dimensional options, it has a bunch of extras, such as steel or wood grain concluded side panels, many front door options, or an integrated fan top. It can be placed free standing in a room, on a desk, in a closet, or flush mount it in your wall (make sure you have rear passage from the room behind it). Or get a set of Slim 5 caster wheels or their skirted wheel base to make it mobile.
* Style: 4-post open frame
* Apps: In a wall cut-out, floor standing, mobile, cabinet
* Rackmount Height: 8U, 14U, 21U, 29U, 37U, 43U
* Weight Capacity: 400 lbs.
* External Width: 19.125 in. (cut-out requirement is 19.25 in.)
* External Depths: 20 or 26 in.
* Rails: Front and rear 10-32 threaded
* famous Options: Add sides, a top and doors to make it a full enclosure
* inexpensive shipping via Ups/Fedex
* Price Range: Less than 0 to 0
Middle Atlantic Erk 19" Stand-Alone Rack Enclosures
With Erk racks you get a lot for what you pay for. Middle Atlantic somehow manages to keep these fully welded rack enclosures affordable for most budgets despite having a super strong steel frame that can hold up to 2500 lbs, keylocked rear door, and welded side panels, as well as a host of well engineered extras. These include rear and top electrical, Uhf/Vhf, fan knock-out plates, bottom cable entry, grounding/bonding studs installed in the base, and side-panel knock-outs for running cables out. Just add a front door of your choice and you've got a full enclosure to hold just about any A/V principles out there at a seriously good price. Like the Slim 5, there are many different applications that these can be used for - buy an 18U, 21U, or 27U plus a set of caster wheels and you've got a nice inexpensive portable studio rack. Stick it in a closet, attic, basement, or mount it on a base and flush-mount it in the wall with Rsh shelves or a plexiglas door. Pre-configured kits are also available, which pack in all the extras you need for power, cable management, equipment mounting, and thermal management. New knock-down models allow for fast and inexpensive shipping with minimal set-up time.
* Style: 4-post with welded sides and rear door (ask for Lrd version if no rear door is required)
* Apps: In a wall cut-out, floor standing, portable, closet
* Rackmount Height: 18U, 21U, 27U, 35U, 40U, 44U
* Weight Capacity: 2500 lbs. (add Erk-Z4 to add 650 lbs for seismic certification)
* External Width: 22 in.
* External Depths: 20 or 25 in.
* Rails: Front pair of 10-32 threaded
* famous Options: casters, vented front/rear doors, many different top fan panels
* Price Range: 0 to 0
Middle Atlantic Wr Series Roll Out Rotating principles in Steel Host Enclosure
The award winning Wr series roll out rack offers one of the most faultless rackmount solutions ready with an integrated slide-out and rotate rack within the host enclosure. The internal rackmount principles can be pulled out and rotated, eliminating the need for extras like slide-tracks or stands. These racks are particularly useful for rescue space in larger scale equipment bays. Since you have quick and easy passage to the rear of your components from the front, they can be pushed up against a wall or put back to back to maximize the comprehensive rackmount density in your equipment room. They are also gangable. Internal depth ranges from 26" to 36", while weight capacity is rated for 750 lbs, allowing for mounting of just about any piece of A/V equipment out there. Many sufficient solutions have also been built in for ventilation and cable management. One more bonus is that the internal rack principles is detachable, allowing for off-site maintenance.
* Style: 4-post rack mounted within a host cabinet enclosure
* Applications: residential and pro A/V systems, large equipment rooms, servers and network components
* Rackmount Height: 24U, 37U, 44U
* Weight Capacity: 750 lbs.
* External Width: 24 in.
* External Depths: 32.88, 42.88 in.
* Rails: Front and rear 10-32 threaded
* famous Options: front doors, rear passage panel
* Price Range: 00 to 00
Middle Atlantic Axs Rack principles for Millwork and In-Wall Applications
Middle Atlantic's Axs rack (sounds like "access") is the most favorite solution for in-wall, closet, or millwork rackmount systems where rear passage is restricted. The number of dimensional choices and optional components is unparalled. Mount the rack in a wall cut-out or closet, and then pick in the middle of one of three assistance stand height ranges to allow for the rack to slide out on an optional track, giving you rear passage to your components. The wide range of rackmount height options (10U to 43U), depth ranges (16, 20, or 26 in.), as well as options for cable management, stands, tracks and fan kits make it the optimal choice for someone who wants a very specific convention A/V rackmount system. If you are finding for a rack to slide out on a stand and rotate, then look up the Axs's sister rack, the Ax-Sxr series.
* Style: 4-post frame slides out on a track
* Applications: residential and pro A/V systems
* Rackmount Height: 10U through 43U
* Weight Capacity: 650 lbs.
* External Width: 19.125 in. (minimum rough opportunity width is 19.25 in.)
* Frame Depths: 16, 20, 26 in.
* Rails: Front and rear 10-32 threaded
* famous Options: 25 or 48 in. Track slide, 3 through 40 in. assistance stands, brush gasket, fan kits
* Price Range: 0 to 0
Middle Atlantic Srs Series 19" Sliding Rack Rail System
Use Middle Atlantic's Srs sliding rackrail principles to mount smaller A/V equipment into cabinets, wall cut-outs or entertainment centers. Used specifically for components that have shallow depths, the Srs rack will pull out 19 inches, allowing for passage to rear cabling connections. Enclosed locking hardware keeps the rack fixed and secure. Mounting heights range from 8U to 20U, with 2-slide weight capacity at 125 lbs, and 4-slide capacity at 250 lbs.
* Style: 4-post frame slides out out of a cabinet, cut-out or entertainment center
* Applications: small residential A/V systems
* Rackmount Height: 8U through 20U
* Weight Capacity: 125 or 250 lb.
* External Width: 19.125 in. (minimum rough opportunity width is 19.25 in.)
* Frame Depth: 19 in.
* Rails: Full front and 7U rear 10-32 tapped/threaded
* famous Options: cable carrier, brush gasket kit
* Price Range: 0 to 0
Middle Atlantic Asr Slide Out & Rotating Shelving System
Used for mounting A/V equipment into convention cabinetry or entertainment centers, the Asr series sliding rotating adjustable shelving principles significantly reduces time spent on premise and maintenance of your equipment. A self-centering base and self-leveling mounting shelves help to simplify and quicken assembly. Locking detents safe scuffing against your millwork or cabinet. A host of solutions are also built in for thermal and cable management. The most faultless choice for mounting A/V equipment in an entertainment center.
* Style: 4-post frame slides out out of a cabinet, cut-out or entertainment center
* Applications: small residential A/V systems
* number of Shelves: 4 through 9
* Weight Capacity: 200 or 250 lbs.
* Width: 18.25 in.
* famous Options: Hd models include trim kit, vented shelving, higher weight capacity and more shelves
* Price Range: prudent for suitable Asr series, medium range prices for the Asr-Hd models
Of course, this is just a few of the convention audio/video rack systems available. Next week we will continue to profile A/V rack systems for cabinets, credenza's and entertainment centers.
The Brass Tacks of Middle Atlantic Racks - Part 2: selecting the Best A/V Rack for Your Needs
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