Middle Atlantic BGR-19SA27MDK-D0 19RU Mobile AV Rack with Plexi Door and Walnut Heights Top
Overview
The Middle Atlantic BGR-19SA27MDK-D0 is a 19-space, 27-inch-deep mobile AV rack built for integrators who need a roadworthy, high-capacity enclosure that can handle dense security and AV gear without flex, rattle, or guesswork on load limits. At a UL-listed 1,100-lb (499 kg) load capacity in a steel-welded chassis with black wrinkle powder-coat finish, this is rack infrastructure sized for demanding system rooms, mobile command deployments, and AV-over-IP integration racks — not a lightweight staging shelf. The BGRs 19SA27MDK-D0 (often searched as BGR 19SA27MDK D0) ships TAA-compliant and is manufactured in the USA, which matters immediately on any federal, state, or GSA-contract job.
If you are specifying a rack enclosure for a surveillance head-end, NVR stack, or AV integration cart that needs frequent repositioning, the combination of caster mobility, plexi front door for visual equipment checks, swing-handle latching, and a wood laminate top surface gives you a working enclosure that functions as both transit and installation hardware.
Key Features
- 19 Rack Units (33.25 in usable height): 19 RU of usable space with 33.25 inches (84.5 cm) of usable height — enough to stack a full NVR, patch panel, power distribution unit, and managed PoE switch in a single mobile enclosure without overflow. The 19-inch panel width is the industry-standard form factor, so every standard rackmount component fits without adapter plates.
- 1,100-lb UL-Listed Load Capacity: The 1,100-lb (499 kg) UL load rating is not a marketing figure — it is a tested, listed value. For integrators building dense NVR-and-storage stacks or stacking broadcast gear, this rating removes liability questions on load calculations. Most comparable mobile racks are rated 500–700 lbs; the extra headroom matters when gear lists grow mid-project.
- 24.4-inch Usable Depth: With 24.4 inches (62 cm) of usable depth inside a 31.35-inch (79.6 cm) overall chassis, deep 2U and 4U recorders, UPS units, and cable management trays fit without rear-door interference. The forward rackrail configuration keeps cabling accessible from the front regardless of what is mounted at rear.
- Plexi Front Door with Swing Handle: The 25mm × 150mm swing handle latching front door uses a clear plexi panel — you can read LED status indicators, check drive activity lights, and confirm equipment state without opening the enclosure. On a mobile rack that may live in a non-climate-controlled space or get repositioned daily, that visibility shortens troubleshooting time significantly.
- Front and Rear Doors: Both front and rear doors are included, giving full perimeter closure for dust control, cable containment, and basic physical security. For deployments in back-of-house AV rooms, security operations centers, or mobile command vehicles, dual-door closure keeps airflow directional and reduces unauthorized access risk.
- Forward Rackrail Configuration: The forward rackrail design positions equipment toward the front of the chassis, leaving the rear depth free for cable runs and rear-port access. On deep 2U or 4U recorders where rear Ethernet, eSATA, and power connections are dense, this matters more than it looks on a spec sheet.
- Monitor Mounting Support: The rack is specified as monitor-mounting capable, which means it can support a rackmount or VESA-adapter LCD directly — useful on NVR management stations, control room carts, and AV demo rigs where a separate monitor stand wastes floor space.
- Wood Laminate Top (Walnut Heights): The Walnut Heights wood laminate top surface gives the enclosure a working surface for a keyboard, control tablet, or documentation — practical on operational carts and demonstration environments where the rack doubles as a workstation. It also distinguishes the unit visually in client-facing installations.
- Steel Construction, Black Wrinkle Powder Coat: All-steel construction with a black wrinkle powder-coat finish handles transport abuse, tool contact, and repeated repositioning without the finish degradation of painted or plastic-panel alternatives. At 165 lbs (74.8 kg) empty and 191 lbs (86.6 kg) shipping weight, this is a substantial chassis — plan the unboxing and positioning accordingly.
- TAA Compliant, USA Manufactured: TAA compliance and USA origin are both confirmed for this SKU. On government, defense, and publicly funded contracts where TAA and Buy American provisions apply, this clears procurement without a waiver request.
- Forward Compatible: The forward-compatible designation means this chassis accepts future Middle Atlantic accessories — rail upgrades, panel kits, and organizational add-ons — without needing a new enclosure. That matters on long-lifecycle government and enterprise contracts where gear gets upgraded but the enclosure stays.
Integration and Compatibility
The BGR-19SA27MDK-D0 is a standard 19-inch rackframe, compatible with all EIA-310 compliant rackmount equipment. The NVR and recorder lineup, managed PoE network switches, patch panels, and power distribution units all mount directly to the forward rackrails without adapters. The forward-compatible design allows Middle Atlantic rail, shelf, and panel accessories to be added post-installation. The mobile caster base makes this enclosure suitable for both permanent installation and repositionable deployment scenarios — security operations trailers, mobile command vehicles, AV integration carts, and temporary event infrastructure. For permanent rack rooms, evaluate whether a fixed-mount enclosure is a better fit; the mobility hardware adds chassis depth and weight that fixed installations do not need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the BGR-19SA27MDK-D0 TAA compliant?
A: Yes. The BGR-19SA27MDK-D0 is TAA compliant and manufactured in the USA, confirmed in the product specifications. It also carries a UL listing for its 1,100-lb load rating.
Q: What is the actual usable rack space inside the BGR-19SA27MDK-D0?
A: The BGR-19SA27MDK-D0 provides 19 rack units of usable space, with 33.25 inches (84.5 cm) of usable interior height and 24.4 inches (62 cm) of usable depth. Overall chassis dimensions are 39.5 in (H) × 24.5 in (W) × 31.35 in (D).
Q: What is the UL load capacity, and is it a tested rating or a manufacturer estimate?
A: The 1,100-lb (499 kg) load capacity on the BGR-19SA27MDK-D0 is a UL-listed rating — a third-party tested and listed value, not a self-reported estimate. This is the figure to use for load calculations on commercial and government projects.
Q: Does this rack include both front and rear doors?
A: Yes. The BGR-19SA27MDK-D0 includes both a plexi front door (with 25mm × 150mm swing handle latch) and a rear door, providing full perimeter enclosure.
Q: Can I mount a monitor directly on the BGR-19SA27MDK-D0?
A: Yes, monitor mounting is supported on this enclosure. It is suitable for rackmount LCDs or VESA-adapter configurations, making it practical for NVR management stations or AV control carts.
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