Middle Atlantic BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 25RU Mobile AV Rack with Plexi Door and Designer White Laminate Top

Overview

The Middle Atlantic BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 is a 25-rack-unit mobile AV rack built for installations that need serious structural integrity and a finished, professional appearance — broadcast studios, control rooms, corporate AV suites, and security operations centers where the rack lives in a visible space. At 24.5 inches wide and 50 inches tall, it ships with a plexi front door, rear door, a designer white wood laminate top, and a black wrinkle powder-coat steel frame that holds up in high-traffic environments. The BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 (often searched as BGR 25SA27MDK D8) carries UL-listed load certification at 1,100 lbs — a number that matters when you're stacking dense video processing hardware, amplifiers, or network equipment.

Key Features

• 1,100 lb UL-Listed Load Capacity: The UL certification on that 1,100-lb rating is meaningful — it's not a marketing number. You can fill all 25RU with dense server-class or broadcast hardware without engineering second-guessing the frame. The steel construction backs it up.
• 25 Rack Units / 43.75 in Usable Height: 25RU gives you room to deploy a complete integrated system — NVR, PoE switches, patch panels, UPS, and still have headroom for cable management. The 43.75-inch usable interior height is the number to check against your equipment stack before ordering.
• 24.4 in Usable Depth: The 24.4-inch usable depth accommodates most 1U and 2U rackmount network appliances, servers, and AV processors. Check your deepest piece of equipment against this number — a few high-end UPS units and some video servers push past 24 inches and will require a different depth variant.
• Forward Rackrail Design: The forward rackrail positions equipment toward the front of the enclosure, which simplifies rear cable management and keeps deep equipment from pressing against the rear door. This is the right configuration for dense patching environments.
• Plexi Front Door + Solid Rear Door: The plexi front door lets you visually confirm indicator lights and drive activity without opening the rack — practical in a working control room or NOC. The rear door keeps cable runs contained and reduces dust ingestion in environments where the rack is rolled between spaces.
• 25mm × 150mm Swing Handles: The oversized swing handles are sized for moving a loaded rack — 189 lbs empty, potentially much more when populated. The handle geometry gives you leverage for controlled movement through doorways and around corners.
• Designer White Wood Laminate Top: The white laminate top panel serves double duty: it gives the rack a finished appearance in client-facing environments and provides a usable surface for temporary equipment staging during installations or service visits.
• TAA Compliant, USA-Manufactured: Federal Ops country of origin is USA, and the unit carries TAA compliance. If you're deploying into a government facility, education, or any contract that restricts country of origin, this satisfies that requirement without sourcing exceptions.
• Forward Compatible Design: The forward-compatible architecture means accessories and upgrade components in Middle Atlantic's current accessory ecosystem will fit this frame — relevant when you're planning phased buildouts or expect to reconfigure the rack over its service life.
• Monitor Mounting Capable: The frame supports monitor mounting, which matters for ops-center deployments where a display needs to integrate directly into the rack rather than sitting on a separate stand. Verify the specific monitor arm or bracket against Middle Atlantic's accessory line for this series.

Integration and Compatibility

The BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 accepts standard 19-inch rackmount equipment — the 19-inch panel width is the universal constant here. The forward rackrail accommodates both shallow and mid-depth equipment. For deep equipment running close to the 24.4-inch usable depth limit, confirm rear-door clearance before finalizing your equipment list. The forward-compatible design means this rack integrates with Middle Atlantic's full accessory catalog — including cable management panels, blanks, and shelving from the current product generation. Pair it with a rackmount UPS or power distribution unit sized to the load, and route power before installing equipment to avoid working around populated rails. For deployments rolling this rack between rooms, confirm doorway clearances against the 24.5-inch width and 50-inch height before delivery. This unit ships at 207 lbs — factor freight handling into your installation plan, and confirm elevator or loading dock access at the destination site. Browse the full rack enclosures category for alternate RU counts and depth options. If your deployment requires wall-mounted or two-post open-frame configurations, those are covered in the rack accessories and infrastructure section.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the UL-listed load capacity of the BGR-25SA27MDK-D8?

A: The BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 carries a UL-listed load capacity of 1,100 lbs (499 kg). This is a certified rating, not a manufacturer estimate.

Q: Is the BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 TAA compliant?

A: Yes. The BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 is TAA compliant and manufactured in the USA, making it suitable for federal, government, and GSA-schedule procurement requirements.

Q: What is the usable rack depth on the BGR-25SA27MDK-D8?

A: The usable depth is 24.4 inches (62 cm). The total unit depth is 31.35 inches (79.6 cm). Equipment deeper than 24.4 inches may conflict with the rear door — verify your deepest piece of equipment before ordering.

Q: Does the BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 include a front door?

A: Yes. It includes a plexi (clear acrylic) front door and a solid rear door. The plexi front door allows visual monitoring of equipment indicator lights without opening the rack.

Q: How many rack units does the BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 provide, and what is the usable interior height?

A: The BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 provides 25 rack units with 43.75 inches (111.1 cm) of usable interior height.

Q: What finish and material is the BGR-25SA27MDK-D8 frame?

A: The frame is steel with a black wrinkle powder-coat finish. The top panel is a designer white wood laminate. The unit weighs 189 lbs (85.7 kg) unloaded.