Middle Atlantic 12 Space Cabinet Frame Rack 18IN. Deep CFR Series Steel Black Powder - CFR-12-18

Middle Atlantic CFR-12-18 12U Cabinet Frame Rack 18 in. Deep

Overview

The Middle Atlantic CFR-12-18 is a 12-space open-frame cabinet rack built for integrators who need a rigid, field-serviceable structure without the bulk of a fully enclosed enclosure. At 18 in. usable depth and 21 in. usable height across 12 RU, it handles NVRs, PoE switches, UPS units, and patch panels in consolidated security equipment closets or low-profile AV/IT head-end installations. The steel construction with flat black powder coat finish holds a UL-verified 250 lb load — enough headroom for densely populated rack builds without worrying about structural limits. TAA-compliant and UL Listed, the CFR-12-18 is suitable for government and federally funded deployments where country-of-origin documentation matters. Standard 10-32 threaded rail spacing accepts the full range of rack-mount hardware without adapters.

Compatibility

The CFR-12-18 uses EIA-standard 10-32 threaded rails at 19 in. nominal rack width, making it compatible with virtually all rack-mount security and IT equipment: 1U–4U NVRs from Axis, Hanwha, Hikvision, and i-PRO; 1U managed PoE switches from Cisco, Ubiquiti, and Netgear; rack-mount UPS units sized for security closets; and standard 1U or 2U patch panels. Middle Atlantic's own CFR-series accessories — shelves, lacing bars, blanks, and cable management panels — are designed specifically for this frame. At 21 in. usable height, you have room for twelve 1U devices or a mix of 1U and 2U units; plan your RU budget before populating to avoid depth conflicts at 18 in. usable. Pairs naturally with rack-mount UPS and power distribution units in the same Middle Atlantic product family.

Installation Notes

Overall footprint is 19.25 in. wide × 21.94 in. tall × 18 in. deep — verify cabinet or wall-niche clearance before ordering. Product weight is 19.2 lbs unloaded; factor rack equipment weight against the 250 lb UL load rating when specifying mounting hardware for wall or floor applications. The open-frame design simplifies cable routing and rear access but provides no EMI shielding or physical security — pair with a locking surround or door panel if the install environment requires it. Manufactured in Mexico; TAA compliance documentation available for procurement requirements.