Middle Atlantic 6AT2PAVBZ 6-Inch Prewired AV Evolution Poke-Thru Device
Overview
The Middle Atlantic 6AT2PAVBZ is a 6-inch prewired AV Evolution poke-thru floor device designed for conference rooms, boardrooms, and collaboration spaces where tabletop cable access needs to be clean, permanent, and unobtrusive. The flush bronze cover sits level with the floor or surface finish, eliminating the tripping hazard and visual clutter of surface-mounted cable runs. At 11.5" x 11.5" x 19.5" overall (292.1 x 292.1 x 495.3 mm), the 6AT2PAVBZ fits standard floor-core cutouts and drops 16.25 inches into the plenum or sub-floor cavity — verify your floor construction depth before spec'ing this unit.
TAA compliance makes this device eligible for government, federal contractor, and GSA schedule projects where Trade Agreements Act sourcing is a procurement requirement. The bronze finish coordinates with commercial furniture and raised-floor tile trims commonly found in executive and government facilities. Explore the full Middle Atlantic AV infrastructure line for compatible rack and cable management solutions.
Key Features
- Flush Cover Style: The flush bronze lid sits flush with the mounting surface rather than protruding — critical in pedestrian-traffic areas where a raised cover edge becomes a trip hazard and a facilities complaint within the first week of installation.
- 16.25-Inch Drop Depth: The 16.25" (41.3 cm) canister depth accommodates most commercial floor constructions, including raised access floors and thick concrete slabs with cable trays. Measure your actual floor depth before ordering — this spec is non-negotiable once the core is cut.
- 7.25" x 7.25" Body Footprint: The 7.25" x 7.25" (18.4 x 18.4 cm) body fits within a standard 6-inch round floor core cutout with room for the flange, so your concrete contractor or facilities team can use a standard core bit without special tooling.
- 11.5" x 11.5" Overall Plate: The 11.5" top plate covers the cutout perimeter and provides a finished look without requiring additional trim rings or cover plates — one less SKU to source and one less gap to caulk around.
- Bronze Color: Bronze is the finish most specified for commercial hardwood, stone tile, and dark-carpet environments. If your floor finish is lighter (bleached oak, light stone), confirm finish compatibility with your interior designer before finalizing the order.
- TAA Compliant: Verified TAA compliance for the 6AT2PAVBZ means this unit is eligible for GSA Schedule purchases, federal agency projects, and any contract requiring Trade Agreements Act sourcing — no waiver paperwork required.
Integration & Compatibility
The 6AT2PAVBZ is part of Middle Atlantic's AV Evolution poke-thru family, designed for integration with standard AV signal and power modules. As a prewired variant, it ships with pre-installed wiring to reduce on-site labor during installation. Pair with compatible cable management and AV furniture solutions for a coordinated installation. Confirm module compatibility with Middle Atlantic's current AV Evolution insert lineup before finalizing your bill of materials — insert availability and configurations change periodically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Middle Atlantic 6AT2PAVBZ TAA compliant?
A: Yes. The 6AT2PAVBZ is verified TAA compliant, making it eligible for GSA Schedule and federal procurement projects subject to Trade Agreements Act requirements.
Q: What is the canister depth of the 6AT2PAVBZ?
A: The canister depth is 16.25 inches (41.3 cm). Verify your floor construction depth before cutting — the unit must fit fully below the surface finish.
Q: What color finish does the 6AT2PAVBZ come in?
A: The 6AT2PAVBZ comes in bronze, which coordinates with commercial hardwood, stone tile, and dark-carpet floor finishes common in conference and boardroom environments.
Q: What does the overall dimension of 11.5" x 11.5" x 19.5" refer to on the 6AT2PAVBZ?
A: The 11.5" x 11.5" measurement is the top plate footprint that covers the floor cutout. The 19.5" overall height includes the canister depth below the floor surface. The body itself is 7.25" x 7.25" x 16.25".
Q: What type of cover does the 6AT2PAVBZ use?
A: It uses a flush cover style, meaning the lid sits level with the surrounding floor surface — no raised edges, no trip hazard, and a clean finished appearance in high-traffic commercial spaces.
The detail that separates a clean AV floor installation from a rework call is floor depth — and the 6AT2PAVBZ's 16.25-inch canister is the spec to confirm before a single core is cut. I've seen integrators order flush poke-thrus and discover on install day that the slab plus cable tray leaves only 12 inches of clear depth. Measure twice, cut once applies here literally.
Technical Highlights:
- Flush Cover (Bronze): Sits level with the finished floor surface — the correct spec for any AV deployment in a boardroom or executive space where a raised lid edge is a facilities non-starter.
- 16.25" Drop Depth: Deep enough for most commercial raised-floor and thick-slab installations, but not a universal fit — sub-floor cable tray height and slab thickness must be verified against this number before ordering.
- TAA Compliance: Pre-verified on the 6AT2PAVBZ — no sourcing waiver required for GSA or federal agency projects. Document this at the bid stage, not after award.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm the floor core diameter and sub-floor clearance against the 7.25" body and 16.25" depth before the general contractor mobilizes — recutting a concrete slab core is expensive and disruptive.
- The prewired configuration reduces field labor, but verify that the pre-installed wiring matches your AV signal and power module requirements for this project before the device ships — field rewiring a poke-thru in a finished floor is a significant rework.
The 6AT2PAVBZ is the right call for conference rooms and boardrooms in federal or GSA-contract facilities where TAA sourcing is mandatory, the floor finish is dark (bronze reads correctly), and the sub-floor depth is confirmed at 16 inches or better.
