Middle Atlantic 10 Space (17 1/2IN. ) 16IN. Deep Black Laminate Ready to Assemble Rack - RK10

Middle Atlantic RK10 10U Knockdown A/V and Equipment Rack

Overview

The Middle Atlantic RK10 is a 10-space (10U), 16-inch-deep knockdown rack built for small equipment rooms, server closets, and wall-side deployments where you need a real 10-32 railed enclosure without the cost or footprint of a full floor-standing cabinet. At 18.98 inches tall and 20.4 inches wide, the RK10 ships flat and assembles on-site — a practical advantage when you're moving gear through finished spaces or elevator-constrained buildings. The black wood grain laminate finish blends into office and back-of-house environments where exposed metal frames look out of place.

For security integrators deploying Middle Atlantic rack solutions in huddle rooms, small control rooms, or AV head-ends, the RK10 hits a useful capacity point: 10U fits a typical small NVR, patch panel, PoE switch, and a UPS without forcing you into a 12U or larger footprint. If you're speccing a network video recorder deployment with four to eight cameras, this is the rack size that doesn't eat the room.

Key Features

• 10U / 17.5-inch usable height: Ten rack spaces fit a compact NVR, a managed PoE switch, a patch panel, and a 1U UPS in a single enclosure — without the vertical waste of a half-empty 24U frame. Usable height is 17.5 inches (44.5 cm), which is the number that actually matters when you're counting open rack units.
• 200 lb weight capacity: At 90.7 kg rated load, this rack handles dense equipment loadouts — stacked with enterprise gear, full-height NVRs, or battery-backed UPS units — without flexing or racking issues. That's a meaningful ceiling for a 10U enclosure.
• 15.41-inch usable depth: The interior usable depth of 15.41 inches (39.1 cm) accommodates most 1U and 2U NVRs, switches, and patch panels. Measure your deepest piece of equipment against this number before ordering — anything over 15 inches requires confirmation.
• 10-32 rack rail threading: Standard 10-32 tapped rails are compatible with the overwhelming majority of 19-inch rack-mount equipment, rack nuts, and cage nut hardware used across security and AV installations. No proprietary fasteners, no adapters needed for standard gear.
• Knockdown (KD) assembly: The flat-pack knockdown design reduces the shipping profile and simplifies transport through doorways and up stairs. Assemble at the installation site rather than wrestling a pre-assembled frame through tight corridors — a real time-saver on retrofits in occupied buildings.
• Black wood grain laminate finish: The black laminate over wood construction integrates into conference rooms, reception desks, and office-adjacent equipment spaces where a raw steel frame would look industrial. This is not an outdoor or wet-location enclosure — it's specifically suited for climate-controlled interior deployments.
• Wood material construction: The wood core provides natural vibration damping compared to thin-gauge steel frames at this price tier, which matters if you're mounting hard drives in an NVR or storage appliance where resonance can accelerate wear.
• Compact footprint — 20.4 in. wide × 18.98 in. tall × 15.91 in. deep: Overall dimensions are known quantities for space planning. The 20.4-inch width fits standard 19-inch rack equipment with the typical side clearance, and the 18.98-inch height makes this stackable or shelf-mountable in many installations.

Integration and Compatibility

The RK10 accepts any standard 19-inch rack-mount equipment using 10-32 threaded rails — the universal standard across NVR appliances, managed switches, patch panels, KVM units, and UPS systems from virtually every manufacturer. If your equipment uses standard EIA-310 rack mounting, it fits here.

This rack is not designed for outdoor use, high-humidity environments, or locations with temperature swings. It belongs in conditioned interior spaces: server closets, equipment rooms, back-of-house AV racks, and small security head-end rooms. For deployments that require an enclosed cabinet with locking doors, venting panels, or PDU mounting, consider a full Middle Atlantic enclosed rack or cabinet in the same product family.

When planning your rack layout, note the 15.41-inch usable depth. Most 1U managed switches run 10–12 inches deep; standard 2U NVRs typically run 12–15 inches. Verify your deepest unit fits before finalizing the order. Cable management accessories from Middle Atlantic's rack accessory line mount to 10-32 rails and are compatible with the RK10.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum weight capacity of the Middle Atlantic RK10?

A: The RK10 is rated for 200 lbs (90.7 kg) of equipment load. This covers typical deployments with an NVR, PoE switch, UPS, and patch panel without exceeding the structural rating.

Q: What rack rail standard does the RK10 use?

A: The RK10 uses standard 10-32 threaded rack rails, which are compatible with the vast majority of 19-inch rack-mount equipment, standard rack nuts, and cage nut hardware used in security and AV installations.

Q: What is the usable interior depth of the RK10?

A: The usable depth is 15.41 inches (39.1 cm). The overall external depth is 15.91 inches (40.4 cm). Measure your deepest equipment against 15.41 inches to confirm fit before ordering.

Q: Does the RK10 come pre-assembled or as a flat-pack kit?

A: The RK10 is a knockdown (KD) design that ships flat and assembles on-site. This makes transport through doorways and up stairwells significantly easier compared to a pre-built frame.

Q: Is the RK10 suitable for outdoor or wet-location installations?

A: No. The RK10 uses a wood core with black laminate finish and is designed exclusively for climate-controlled interior environments. It is not rated for outdoor, high-humidity, or wet-location use.

Q: How many rack units does the RK10 provide?

A: The RK10 provides 10U (10 rack spaces) with a usable height of 17.5 inches (44.5 cm). This accommodates a typical small security head-end: NVR, PoE switch, patch panel, and a 1U UPS.