Middle Atlantic 28W16SP28DP RFR Rack GE - RFR-1628GE

Middle Atlantic RFR-1628GE 16U Wood Furniture Rack

The Middle Atlantic RFR-1628GE is a 16-rack-unit wood furniture rack built for AV integration and security control-room environments where equipment density meets a finished-interior aesthetic. At 27.3 inches wide and 35 inches tall with a 28.25-inch overall depth, the RFR-1628GE sits comfortably in server rooms, NOC environments, and custom AV furniture installations without looking like a data-center leftover. The 19-inch panel width and standard 10-32 rack rail accept any compliant rack-mount gear — from NVR appliances and video management servers to patch panels and KVM switches — making this a straightforward rack choice when the room finish matters as much as the gear it holds.

Key Features

• 16 Rack Units / 28-inch Usable Height: The 16 RU usable space (28 in / 71.1 cm) accommodates a practical mix of 1U and 2U appliances. For a typical security integration — a 4U NVR, 2U PoE switch, 1U patch panel, and KVM — you still have headroom for future expansion without a second rack.
• 350 lb UL-Listed Load Capacity: The UL-verified 350 lb (158.8 kg) rating is not a marketing claim — it is a tested structural limit. Dense NVR builds with multiple drive bays, heavy UPS units, and stacked switches can easily hit 200–250 lbs; the RFR-1628GE handles that without flex or instability.
• 23.31-Inch Usable Depth: The 23.31 in (59.2 cm) usable interior depth accommodates most 1U and 2U appliances with room for cable management behind the gear. Full-depth servers (28+ in) will not fit — if your build includes enterprise servers, verify chassis depth before specifying this rack.
• Standard 10-32 Rack Rail: The 10-32 threaded rail is the universal standard for AV and security rack gear. No cage-nut wrestling, no adapter kits — every compliant device mounts directly. Confirm your gear ships with 10-32 hardware or budget for a small fastener kit.
• Monitor Mounting Support: Built-in monitor mounting capability makes the RFR-1628GE a natural fit for control-room workstations and dispatch consoles where an integrated display is part of the rack build — no aftermarket monitor arm adapter required.
• Grained Ebony Wood Finish: The wood construction and grained ebony finish integrate cleanly into finished-space environments — executive boardrooms, hospitality venues, broadcast studios — where a black metal server cabinet would look out of place. The aesthetic is purpose-built for front-of-house visibility.
• 19-Inch Panel Width: Standard 19 in (48.3 cm) EIA panel width means no custom brackets or adapters for off-the-shelf rack-mount equipment. Any compliant 19-inch device installs directly.
• Compact Overall Footprint: At 27.3 in wide × 35 in tall × 28.25 in deep (69.3 × 88.9 × 71.8 cm), the RFR-1628GE occupies roughly 5.3 square feet of floor space — usable in tight AV closets, operator stations, and console alcoves where a full 24U cabinet would be impractical.

Integration and Compatibility

The RFR-1628GE integrates directly into Middle Atlantic's broader rack accessory ecosystem — cable management panels, rack shelves, and furniture accessories are engineered to the same dimensional standard. The 10-32 threaded rail accepts all standard 1U–4U rack-mount security appliances, NVRs, managed PoE switches, patch panels, and KVM units without modification. The monitor-mounting provision pairs cleanly with operator-console layouts in security operations centers and dispatch environments.

For security integrators spec'ing a camera system with a dedicated rack-mounted NVR and switching infrastructure, the RFR-1628GE's 16 RU and 350 lb capacity comfortably house a mid-tier security stack. If your build requires more than 16 RU or exceeds the 23.31-inch usable depth for deep-chassis appliances, consider a larger unit in the RFR family or a vented steel equipment rack for high-density thermal environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the usable rack space in the RFR-1628GE?

A: The RFR-1628GE provides 16 rack units (RU) of usable space, corresponding to a 28-inch (71.1 cm) usable height. Overall exterior height is 35 inches (88.9 cm).

Q: What is the load capacity of the RFR-1628GE?

A: The RFR-1628GE carries a UL-listed load capacity of 350 lbs (158.8 kg). This is a tested, certified rating — not a nominal estimate.

Q: What rack rail type does the RFR-1628GE use?

A: The RFR-1628GE uses standard 10-32 threaded rack rails, which are compatible with the vast majority of AV and security rack-mount equipment.

Q: Will full-depth servers fit in the RFR-1628GE?

A: The usable interior depth is 23.31 inches (59.2 cm). Most 1U and 2U AV and security appliances fit comfortably. Full-depth enterprise servers (typically 28–32 inches) will not fit — verify your chassis depth before specifying this rack.

Q: Does the RFR-1628GE support monitor mounting?

A: Yes. The RFR-1628GE is specified with monitor mounting support, making it suitable for integrated operator-console and workstation builds.

Q: What is the overall footprint of the RFR-1628GE?

A: The RFR-1628GE measures 27.3 in wide × 35 in tall × 28.25 in deep (69.3 × 88.9 × 71.8 cm) with a shipping weight of 129 lbs (58.5 kg).

Ted Perry

The RFR-1628GE is one of those products that resolves a real tension on commercial integrations — you need a proper 19-inch rack rail environment for your NVR, switch, and patch panel, but the room is a finished space where a vented steel cabinet looks wrong. The 350 lb UL-listed load rating means you are not compromising structural capacity for aesthetics; you get both in a 27.3 × 35 × 28.25-inch wood enclosure with a grained ebony finish.

Technical Highlights:

• 16 RU / 28-in Usable Height: Enough for a complete mid-tier security stack — 4U NVR, 2U managed switch, 1U KVM, 1U patch panel — with 8 RU remaining for growth or UPS.
• 23.31-in Usable Depth: Fits standard 1U–2U AV and security appliances cleanly. The hard constraint is chassis depth — anything over roughly 22 inches needs careful measurement before it ships to the job site.
• 10-32 Threaded Rail: Universal AV/security standard. No cage nuts, no adapters. Every rack-mount device with standard 10-32 hardware mounts directly — saves real time on installation day.

Deployment Considerations:

• At 129 lbs shipping weight, factor in two-person delivery and positioning — this is not a one-person lift, especially in finished spaces where wall and floor protection matters.
• The 23.31-inch usable depth is a firm ceiling. Measure every appliance chassis — particularly UPS units, which frequently run 25–28 inches deep — before finalizing the rack BOM.

The RFR-1628GE is the right call for hospitality AV racks, executive boardroom security consoles, and lobby/reception dispatch stations where the rack is visible or semi-visible and a standard steel open frame is not an option.