Middle Atlantic 2 Space 20IN. Deep Tip Out Rack TOR Series Putty Powder Coat Finish - TOR-2-20SP

Middle Atlantic TOR-2-20SP 2U Tilt-Out On-Wall Rack

Overview

The Middle Atlantic TOR-2-20SP is a 2-rack-unit tilt-out wall rack built for low-profile AV and security equipment installations where floor space is unavailable or impractical. With 20 inches of usable depth and a UL-listed 100 lb load capacity, it handles most NVRs, small UPS units, patch panels, and associated security infrastructure in a surface-mount form factor that keeps equipment accessible without breaking open a wall or adding a floor rack. If you're working with on-wall rack enclosures in surveillance or AV environments, the TOR-2-20SP (often searched as TOR 2 20SP) belongs on your shortlist for shallow-depth requirements.

Key Features

• 2 Rack Units of Usable Space (3.5 in usable height): Two standard rack units gives you room for compact NVRs, 1RU PoE switches, or a patch panel plus cable management. Not the enclosure for a full head-end, but exactly right for a distributed closet or remote IDF drop where one or two devices need a proper home.
• 20-Inch Usable Depth: At 20 inches deep, the TOR-2-20SP accommodates most 1RU network switches, compact recorders, and AV signal processors. Verify your device's depth before ordering — 20 in is comfortable for mid-depth equipment but won't fit deep 2-post servers.
• 100 lb UL-Listed Load Capacity: The UL-verified 100 lb rating means you're not guessing on structural safety. For a 2RU enclosure this is a generous ceiling — most NVRs and compact UPS units land well under 50 lbs, so you have headroom to fully populate it without approaching the limit.
• Tilt-Out Design: The tip-out mechanism lets the rack swing away from the wall for rear-panel access, eliminating the need to disconnect cables to reach ports and connectors. In a security closet or utility room where clearance is tight, this is the practical difference between a 10-minute swap and a 90-minute ordeal.
• 10-32 Rack Rail Threading: Standard 10-32 tapped rails are compatible with the full range of commercial rack-mount equipment — no cage nuts required. This is the threading used by virtually all 1RU and 2RU network and security hardware, so you won't hit compatibility issues with standard rack ears.
• Putty Powder Coat Finish: The neutral putty finish blends into commercial wall environments — telecom rooms, server closets, and back-of-house spaces — without drawing attention. It also provides a durable surface that resists scratches from cable management and routine maintenance access.
• TAA Compliant, USA Origin: The TOR-2-20SP is TAA compliant and manufactured in the USA, satisfying procurement requirements on government, education, and federally funded projects without requiring a waiver or substitution.
• Surface Mount Installation: Designed for direct wall attachment — no recessing or wall-box preparation needed. Reduces installation time and avoids the drywall or masonry work that recessed enclosures demand.

Integration and Compatibility

The TOR-2-20SP integrates into any standard 19-inch rack ecosystem via its 10-32 tapped rails. It's a natural fit alongside network video recorders and compact PoE switches deployed as part of a distributed IP camera network where centralized rack space isn't available at every node. For deeper infrastructure planning, review a PoE switch selection guide to match switch power budgets against your camera count before populating this enclosure. The 24.5-inch total width is standard for surface-mount wall racks; verify stud spacing or use appropriate wall anchors rated for the 100 lb load ceiling. The 4.38-inch closed depth keeps the enclosure flush to the wall when not in use, an important factor in occupied corridors or ADA-sensitive spaces. Middle Atlantic's broader rack and enclosure line includes deeper TOR variants and larger RU counts if this footprint doesn't match your equipment list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the TOR-2-20SP TAA compliant?

A: Yes. The TOR-2-20SP is TAA compliant and is manufactured in the USA, making it eligible for federal, state, and education procurement contracts that require TAA-compliant products.

Q: What is the load capacity of the TOR-2-20SP?

A: The TOR-2-20SP carries a UL-listed load capacity of 100 lbs (45.4 kg). This is the verified structural rating — not a manufacturer estimate — so it can be cited in project documentation where load specs are required.

Q: How deep is the usable interior of the TOR-2-20SP?

A: The usable interior depth is 20 inches (50.8 cm). Total enclosure depth when closed is 4.38 inches. Equipment deeper than 20 inches will not fit.

Q: What rack rail thread does the TOR-2-20SP use?

A: The rails are tapped 10-32, which is the standard threading for commercial rack-mount equipment. No cage nuts are required.

Q: How many rack units does the TOR-2-20SP provide?

A: The TOR-2-20SP provides 2 rack units (3.5 inches of usable height). It is designed for compact single-node installations, not large equipment stacks.

Q: Can the TOR-2-20SP be installed on any wall surface?

A: The TOR-2-20SP uses a surface-mount installation style — no recessing required. It attaches directly to the wall. Wall anchors or fasteners must be appropriate for the wall material and rated to support the 100 lb load capacity plus the enclosure's own weight (shipping weight is 43.2 lbs).

Eden Phillips

The TOR-2-20SP is Middle Atlantic's answer to the distributed-node problem: you need a proper rack mount for one or two devices, but there's no rack room, no IDF closet, and no budget for a full enclosure. The tilt-out mechanism is what sells it for me — that 20-inch usable depth with swing-out access means you can wire a compact NVR or switch to the wall and still get to the rear panel without a tool fight. I've specified this enclosure in retail and light commercial installs where the recorder lives above a drop ceiling or in a back-office corner, and the 100 lb UL load rating gives the AHJ something to sign off on without a structural engineer in the loop.

Technical Highlights:

• UL-Listed 100 lb Load Capacity: Verified rating — not a spec-sheet estimate. At 100 lbs, you can run a compact NVR plus a PoE switch without approaching the structural limit, and you have documentation for permit submissions.
• 4.38 in Closed Depth: The enclosure closes to under 4.5 inches from the wall. In occupied hallways or ADA-clearance zones, this matters — it won't stick out enough to be a code issue or a physical hazard.
• TAA + USA Manufacture: For any government or education project with Buy American or TAA requirements, the TOR-2-20SP satisfies those conditions without a procurement exception. Country of origin is USA per federal ops documentation.

Deployment Considerations:

• Shipping weight is 43.2 lbs for the enclosure alone — factor that into your wall anchor spec. A 100 lb load capacity means your fasteners need to handle the combined weight of the enclosure plus equipment, so don't use drywall anchors rated for 50 lbs and call it done.
• Usable height is 3.5 inches across 2RU — this is tight. Verify your target device's rack-unit count before ordering. A 2RU NVR fills the enclosure completely with no room for even a 1U patch panel.

The TOR-2-20SP is the right call for single-node remote deployments — a retail branch where the NVR lives on the wall above the manager's office, a small school building with one camera node and no dedicated closet, or a warehouse perimeter drop where a floor rack is impractical. It is not a head-end solution; for anything requiring more than two devices, step up to a deeper RU count in the TOR family.