Middle Atlantic 25SP 32DEEP Plexi Door & DES White TOP - BGR-25SA32MDK-D8

Middle Atlantic BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 25RU Mobile AV Rack with Plexi Door and Designer White Top

Overview

The Middle Atlantic BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 is a 25-rack-unit mobile steel enclosure built for demanding AV and security infrastructure deployments where structural integrity, accessibility, and compliance matter. Standing 50 inches tall with a 24.5-inch overall width and 36.35-inch depth, this rack is designed to house dense equipment loads — up to 1,100 lbs UL-rated — in environments where the rack needs to move, not just sit. The designer white wood laminate top and plexi front door signal its fit for visible, client-facing installations such as control rooms, broadcast environments, and enterprise AV systems, while the black wrinkle powder coat finish and forward rackrail architecture keep it firmly in professional integration territory.

Manufactured in the USA and TAA-compliant, the BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 (often searched as BGR 25SA32MDK D8) is appropriate for federally funded projects and government deployments subject to Trade Agreements Act sourcing requirements.

Key Features

• 25RU / 43.75-inch Usable Height: 25 rack units translates to 43.75 inches of usable mounting height — enough for a full complement of AV processors, video matrix switchers, UPS units, and patch panels in a single mobile footprint. You're not compromising rack space to get mobility.
• 1,100-lb UL-Listed Load Capacity: The UL-listed 1,100-lb load rating means this rack can handle high-density configurations including heavy power distribution, multiple amplifiers, or stacked video servers without structural risk. This is not a light-duty presenter rack — it's specced for real production loads.
• 29.4-inch Usable Depth / 32-inch Nominal Rail Depth: With 29.4 inches of usable depth and a 36.35-inch overall chassis depth, deep server-style equipment and full-depth UPS units mount cleanly without rear-door interference. The forward rackrail configuration keeps equipment accessible from the front.
• Forward Rackrail Architecture: The forward rackrail design positions mounted equipment toward the front of the enclosure, which is the right call when you need rear cable management space or are running dense cabling behind deep AV gear. It also simplifies access for front-serviced equipment in tight spaces.
• Plexi Front Door with Swing Handle: The clear plexi front door lets you monitor indicator lights and display readouts without opening the rack — practical in broadcast booths or control rooms where you need visual status confirmation at a glance. The 25mm x 150mm swing handle provides positive latching without the bulk of a lockable cam handle.
• Rear Door Included: Both front and rear doors are included, giving you a fully enclosed cabinet configuration out of the box. Rear access is critical for dense cable runs and rear-panel connections on audio and video routing equipment.
• Designer White Wood Laminate Top: The wood laminate top in designer white is a finish choice that integrates cleanly into boardrooms, broadcast studios, and corporate AV installations where the rack is visible to end users. It also provides a flat work surface for temporary staging during integration.
• Monitor Mounting Capability: The rack supports monitor mounting, which is relevant for installations where a display needs to be integrated directly into the rack — control room operator stations, broadcast desks, or digital signage back-of-house configurations.
• Mobile Platform (Forward Compatible): Designed as a mobile rack with forward-compatible construction, this unit can be repositioned without disassembly and accommodates future accessory additions as Middle Atlantic expands its BGR product family. Mobile deployment means you can stage the rack in one location and roll it to its final installation point fully loaded.
• Steel Construction with Black Wrinkle Powder Coat: The all-steel chassis with wrinkle powder coat finish resists surface abrasion during moves and handling — relevant for a mobile rack that sees more physical contact than a stationary wall enclosure. The finish is durable under repeated handling in integration and touring environments.
• TAA Compliant / UL Listed / USA-Made: Federal and government system integrators can deploy this rack without TAA sourcing exceptions. Country of origin is USA. UL listing covers the load capacity rating, which matters for insurance and facility compliance on permanent or semi-permanent installations.

Integration and Compatibility

The BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 accepts standard 19-inch EIA rack equipment across its full 25RU height. The forward rackrail design is compatible with standard rack-mount hardware and Middle Atlantic's accessory ecosystem. The forward-compatible construction means accessories from Middle Atlantic's broader BGR family — including cable management panels, horizontal organizers, and shelf kits — integrate without modification. At 204 lbs unloaded (229 lbs shipping weight), verify your floor load tolerance before positioning in raised-floor environments or elevated stages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 TAA compliant for government projects?

A: Yes. The BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 is TAA compliant with a Federal Ops country of origin of USA, making it eligible for GSA and other federally funded deployments subject to Trade Agreements Act requirements.

Q: What is the UL-rated load capacity of the BGR-25SA32MDK-D8?

A: The BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 carries a UL-listed load capacity of 1,100 lbs (499 kg), suitable for high-density AV and security equipment configurations.

Q: Does the BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 include both front and rear doors?

A: Yes. The BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 includes a plexi front door with a 25mm x 150mm swing handle and a rear door, providing a fully enclosed cabinet configuration.

Q: What is the usable rack depth on the BGR-25SA32MDK-D8?

A: The usable depth is 29.4 inches (74.7 cm). Overall chassis depth is 36.35 inches (92.3 cm), with the difference accounting for door clearance and structural framing.

Q: How many rack units does the BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 provide?

A: The BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 provides 25 rack units (RU) of mounting space, with a usable height of 43.75 inches (111.1 cm).

Q: Is the BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 suitable for monitor mounting?

A: Yes. The BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 supports monitor mounting, making it appropriate for control room operator stations or integrated display configurations within the rack.

James Everett

The BGR-25SA32MDK-D8 is the rack I'd spec for a corporate AV integration or control room build where the client expects to see the equipment — the designer white wood laminate top and plexi door are not cosmetic afterthoughts, they're deliberate finish choices that distinguish this from a back-of-house server closet rack. That 1,100-lb UL-listed load capacity gives you real headroom for dense configurations without worrying about whether the frame will hold.

Technical Highlights:

• 1,100-lb UL Load Rating: At 499 kg rated capacity, this rack handles full-depth UPS units, multi-channel amplifier stacks, and video distribution frames simultaneously — well above what most AV integrators will actually load into a 25RU mobile.
• 29.4-inch Usable Depth: Deep enough for full-depth 2U/4U servers and AV processors without rear door clearance issues. The 36.35-inch chassis depth gives you room to work behind the equipment while the doors are closed.
• TAA / USA-Made: Federal Ops country of origin is USA, UL listed, TAA compliant — this clears procurement hurdles on government, education, and DoD-adjacent AV installs without requiring sourcing exceptions.

Deployment Considerations:

• At 204 lbs unloaded, confirm your mobile flooring can handle the combined rack-plus-equipment weight before rolling this into a raised-floor studio or elevated stage environment — fully loaded you could be pushing 1,300 lbs gross.
• The forward rackrail design means rear-mounted equipment will have more air gap behind it, which is good for thermal management but means rear-panel connections on audio gear will require longer cable runs to reach patch panels at the back of the enclosure.

Best fit for a corporate boardroom AV system, broadcast production rack, or government control room where TAA compliance is required, the installation is client-visible, and the integrator needs a mobile platform that can stage remotely and roll into final position fully dressed.