Middle Atlantic 8IN EVO Surf CVR - 8CTC2BK

Middle Atlantic 8CTC2BK 8-Inch EVO Surface Poke-Through Cover

Overview

The Middle Atlantic 8CTC2BK is a surface-mount cover plate designed specifically for the 8CT Evolution series poke-through device — the access point of choice for conference rooms, boardrooms, and open-plan collaboration spaces where clean cable management at the table or floor matters as much as connectivity itself. At 11.5" x 11.5" x 2" overall footprint with a black finish, this cover integrates flush into professional AV furniture installations without drawing attention to the infrastructure underneath.

The 8CTC2BK ships in the surface-cover configuration, meaning it sits above the mounting surface rather than recessing fully into it. This makes it the right pick when substrate depth is limited — a common constraint in raised-floor conference tables, glass-top boardroom furniture, or retrofit installs where cutting a full recess isn't feasible. If your table or floor box can accommodate full recessing, Middle Atlantic offers alternative cover styles within the 8CT Evolution line.

Key Features

• Surface-Mount Profile (1.16" depth): The cover body extends only 1.16 inches (3 cm) below the mounting surface. That's shallow enough to clear most table aprons and shallow-floor-box installations where a deeper recessed unit simply won't fit — no custom carpentry required on standard conference furniture.
• 11.5" x 11.5" Footprint: The overall assembled dimensions of 11.5" x 11.5" x 2" (292.1 x 292.1 x 50.8 mm) give you a known, predictable cutout template. When pre-specifying tables or coordinating with furniture vendors, this number goes directly into the millwork drawing — no field measurement surprises.
• 9.25" x 9.25" Cover Body: The cover plate itself measures 9.25" x 9.25" (23.5 x 23.5 cm), providing a generous surface area for the standard receptacle layout. More plate area means more room to organize power, data, and AV connections without crowding.
• Black Finish: The black colorway suits dark-topped conference tables, dark carpet tiles, and modern AV furniture finishes without requiring paint or custom wraps. Matching the furniture aesthetic is a specification detail that gets noticed in high-end boardroom installs.
• Standard Receptacle Type: Compatible with standard receptacle modules — the common configuration used across the 8CT Evolution family. No proprietary inserts or special-order components needed for basic power and data population.
• Part of the 8CT Evolution Ecosystem: The Middle Atlantic product line builds the 8CT series as a modular system. The 8CTC2BK cover is one configuration in a family of cover styles, letting integrators standardize on a single body while selecting the cover style (surface vs. recessed) that matches each install's substrate.

Integration & Compatibility

The 8CTC2BK is the cover component of the 8CT Evolution poke-through system. It pairs with the 8CT body unit and is populated with the receptacle modules your project specifies — typically a mix of AC power outlets, HDMI or USB-C pass-throughs, CAT6 data ports, or 3.5mm audio jacks depending on the room's AV stack. For conference room AV infrastructure, poke-throughs like this one eliminate the surface cable runs that create both tripping hazards and a messy visual in client-facing spaces.

Because the cover style is surface-mount, confirm your furniture vendor or general contractor understands the 1.16" below-surface depth requirement before the table is fabricated. Retrofit installs into existing furniture should measure available depth at the cutout location — a common oversight that turns a simple swap into a carpentry job. For new-construction specs, coordinate the 11.5" x 11.5" cutout template with the millwork package early.

This cover does not carry a TAA compliance designation, which matters for federal government projects subject to the Trade Agreements Act. For TAA-required installs, verify with the project's compliance officer whether cover plates fall under the TAA scope for that contract — interpretations vary by contracting vehicle. For commercial AV infrastructure in private-sector corporate, hospitality, or education environments, TAA status is generally not a procurement factor.

Integration with network infrastructure is indirect — the 8CTC2BK itself carries no active electronics — but it is the physical access point through which structured cabling and PoE-powered devices (IP phones, laptop charging, UC peripherals) reach the table surface. Getting the cover spec right is the first step in a clean AV-over-IP or UC deployment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the cutout size required for the Middle Atlantic 8CTC2BK?

A: The overall assembled dimensions are 11.5" x 11.5" x 2" (292.1 x 292.1 x 50.8 mm). Use the 11.5" x 11.5" footprint as your cutout template. Confirm the below-surface depth available at the install location accommodates the 1.16" (3 cm) cover body depth.

Q: Is the 8CTC2BK a recessed or surface-mount cover?

A: Surface-mount. The cover style is surface, meaning it sits above the mounting plane rather than recessing fully into the table or floor box. This makes it the right choice when substrate depth is limited but means a portion of the unit will be visible above the surface.

Q: Is the 8CTC2BK TAA compliant?

A: No. The 8CTC2BK is not TAA compliant. For federal government projects subject to the Trade Agreements Act, verify whether this component falls within the TAA scope for your specific contract before specifying.

Q: What receptacle type does the 8CTC2BK use?

A: Standard receptacle type. This is the common configuration used across the 8CT Evolution family, compatible with standard power, data, and AV modules — no proprietary or special-order inserts required for typical installs.

Q: What color is the 8CTC2BK?

A: Black. The cover ships in a black finish suited for dark conference table tops, dark carpet tile, and modern AV furniture without modification.

Q: Does the 8CTC2BK include the poke-through body, or is it the cover only?

A: The 8CTC2BK is the surface cover component for the 8CT Evolution poke-through system. The poke-through body unit is a separate component. Confirm you have the complete 8CT Evolution body and any required receptacle modules when specifying this cover.

James Everett

The Middle Atlantic 8CTC2BK gets specified most often when an integrator needs the clean look of a poke-through solution but can't cut deep into the substrate — the 1.16-inch below-surface depth is the spec that decides whether this unit fits the table or forces a different approach entirely. I've seen installs where nobody checked that number against the furniture apron and the whole millwork package had to be revised on-site.

Technical Highlights:

• 1.16" Below-Surface Depth: Shallow enough for most conference table aprons and retrofit floor-box situations — verify substrate depth before the furniture order is placed, not after it arrives on the job site.
• 11.5" x 11.5" x 2" Assembled Footprint: A known, fixed cutout template (292.1 x 292.1 x 50.8 mm) that can go directly into the millwork drawing. Consistent across the 8CT Evolution surface-cover variants — no field measuring required when the spec is set early.
• Black Finish, Standard Receptacle: Matches the majority of dark-top conference furniture without custom finishing; standard receptacle compatibility means no proprietary inserts, which simplifies procurement and field population with common power and data modules.

Deployment Considerations:

• Surface-mount means the cover body sits proud of the table or floor surface — coordinate with the furniture vendor and end client on visible height above the plane, especially in glass-top or flush-finish boardroom specs.
• The 8CTC2BK is not TAA compliant — flag this early on any federal, state, or education project where TAA is a contract requirement. Do not assume cover plates are exempt without checking the specific contract vehicle.

This cover is the right specification for private-sector corporate conference rooms and hospitality boardroom installs where table-top aesthetics matter, substrate depth is a real constraint, and the project can tolerate a non-TAA component — specifically the surface-mount configuration of the 8CT Evolution poke-through system.