Middle Atlantic 8IN EVO Surf CVR - 8CTC2BKTR

Middle Atlantic 8CTC2BKTR 8-Inch EVO Surface Poke-Through Cover

Overview

The Middle Atlantic 8CTC2BKTR is an 8-inch Evolution Series surface-mount poke-through cover designed for AV, security, and structured cabling installations where floor- or work-surface cable access points need a finished, tamper-resistant interface. At 11.5" x 11.5" x 2" (292.1 x 292.1 x 50.8 mm), the 8CTC2BKTR provides a defined footprint that integrates cleanly into conference rooms, control centers, training facilities, and open-plan workspaces where managed cable access matters as much as aesthetics.

Part of the Middle Atlantic product line, the EVO poke-through series targets environments where cable infrastructure must remain accessible without becoming a security or compliance liability. If you're specifying a floor box or poke-through solution for a permanent installation, the surface-mount cover style and tamper-resistant receptacle configuration of the 8CTC2BKTR put it in a specific lane — and understanding exactly what that lane is will tell you whether it belongs on your project.

Key Features

• Surface-Mount Cover Style: The surface configuration means the cover body sits above the finished floor or surface plane rather than being recessed flush. This simplifies retrofit installations in environments where core drilling to full recessed depth isn't practical — existing concrete slabs, raised access floors with limited plenum clearance, or retrofit conference tables. If you're doing new construction with adequate floor depth, a recessed variant may present a cleaner finished look; the surface mount trades that aesthetic for installation simplicity.
• Tamper-Resistant Receptacles: TR-rated outlets require simultaneous pressure on both sides of the receptacle slot to accept a plug — the same tamper-resistant standard required by NEC 406.12 in locations accessible to children and commonly specified in schools, healthcare facilities, and public-access areas. For a security integrator deploying in a K-12 campus, healthcare waiting room, or public-sector facility, this isn't an upgrade — it's a code requirement. Specifying standard receptacles in those environments creates a compliance gap.
• 11.5" x 11.5" Footprint: The square profile at just under 12 inches per side defines the cutout and surface coverage needed at each floor penetration point. Confirm this against your furniture or floor planning grid before ordering — the 2" body depth also determines clearance requirements below the surface. Tight plenum spaces may require verification against the full assembly depth of the poke-through unit the cover mates with.
• Black Finish: The black colorway integrates with dark conference furniture, AV millwork, and control room surfaces without the visual interruption of a white or metallic cover. Specifying consistent finish across floor boxes, cable managers, and rack accessories keeps the installation looking deliberate rather than assembled from mismatched parts.
• TAA Non-Compliant: The 8CTC2BKTR is explicitly listed as TAA Non-Compliant. If your project involves federal government procurement, GSA schedule purchasing, or any contract vehicle requiring Trade Agreements Act compliance, this unit does not qualify. Verify TAA status against your project's acquisition requirements before specifying — the non-compliant status eliminates it from federal and many state/local government bids outright.

Integration and Compatibility

The 8CTC2BKTR is the cover assembly for an 8-inch Evolution Series poke-through device. Cover compatibility is specific to the poke-through body it mates with — confirm the base unit model before ordering. For broader cable management and pathway planning, the cover's 11.5" surface footprint should be coordinated with furniture layout, floor box spacing standards, and the number of service points required per zone. Pair with appropriate rack and enclosure infrastructure for a complete AV or security system build-out. Note that this cover does not carry any imaging, power delivery, or network switching function — it is a physical interface and finishing component only.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Middle Atlantic 8CTC2BKTR TAA compliant?

A: No. The 8CTC2BKTR is explicitly listed as TAA Non-Compliant. It cannot be used on federal government contracts or other procurement vehicles requiring Trade Agreements Act compliance.

Q: What does the surface cover style mean for installation?

A: Surface-mount means the cover body rises above the finished floor or work surface plane rather than sitting flush. This is advantageous in retrofit scenarios where full-depth core drilling isn't feasible, but results in a slightly raised profile compared to fully recessed variants.

Q: Why specify tamper-resistant receptacles?

A: NEC 406.12 requires tamper-resistant receptacles in locations accessible to children — including schools, healthcare facilities, and public-access spaces. The 8CTC2BKTR's TR-rated outlets satisfy this requirement. In non-regulated commercial environments, TR receptacles are still a common specification for risk management.

Q: What are the exact dimensions of the 8CTC2BKTR?

A: Overall dimensions are 11.5" x 11.5" x 2" (292.1 x 292.1 x 50.8 mm). Verify the 2" body depth against available plenum or under-surface clearance before finalizing the installation layout.

Q: Does the 8CTC2BKTR work with all Middle Atlantic Evolution poke-through bodies?

A: The cover is designed for the 8-inch Evolution Series poke-through device. Confirm compatibility with the specific base unit model number before ordering — cover-to-body fit is not universal across sizes or generations.

Eden Phillips

The 8CTC2BKTR comes up on projects where the AV or security rough-in is done and someone needs to close out the floor penetration correctly — and "correctly" here means tamper-resistant receptacles and a surface cover that fits the 8-inch Evolution body. The 11.5" x 11.5" footprint is the spec that trips up most installs: it's larger than people expect when they're planning furniture placement, and the 2" body depth has to clear whatever's below the surface, whether that's a poured slab or a raised-floor plenum.

Technical Highlights:

• Tamper-Resistant Receptacles: TR outlets are a NEC 406.12 code requirement in child-accessible spaces — schools, pediatric healthcare, public lobbies. Specifying this unit in those environments is a compliance call, not a preference.
• Surface-Mount Profile: The 2" rise above finished surface is intentional for retrofit depth constraints. If you have full floor depth available, a recessed cover gives a cleaner finish; if you don't, the surface style is the correct specification.
• 11.5" x 11.5" Footprint: At just under 12 inches square, this cover requires meaningful real estate at each service point. Map it against your furniture grid and aisle clearances before the slab is poured or the floor plan is locked.

Deployment Considerations:

• TAA Non-Compliant status is a hard disqualifier for federal procurement and many state/local government bids — verify your contract vehicle requirements before specifying on public-sector projects.
• Cover-to-body compatibility is size- and generation-specific within the Middle Atlantic EVO line. Confirm the base unit model before ordering; the cover does not fit across all poke-through sizes.

The 8CTC2BKTR fits cleanly on commercial retrofit projects — conference rooms, training centers, and open-plan AV builds where retrofit depth constraints favor a surface mount and NEC compliance or owner preference calls for tamper-resistant outlets. It's the wrong call on federal jobs (TAA) and anywhere flush finish is non-negotiable.