Middle Atlantic 8IN EVO Surf CVR - 8CTC2GYTR

Middle Atlantic 8CTC2GYTR 8IN EVO Poke-Thru Surface Cover

Overview

The Middle Atlantic 8CTC2GYTR is a surface-mount cover designed for the 8CT Evolution series poke-through floor box system — the finish component that turns a rough-in floor device into a clean, accessible power and data interface at the workstation or conference table. If you're specifying or installing an 8CT Evolution poke-thru assembly, this cover is the field-facing piece your end user actually interacts with every day.

The 8CTC2GYTR ships in gray and measures 11.5" x 11.5" x 2" (292.1 x 292.1 x 50.8 mm) — a square footprint that sits flush and flat in open-plan office floors, training rooms, and collaboration spaces where floor boxes are the primary power and data distribution method. Surface-mount style means it sits on top of the floor surface rather than recessing flush, which simplifies installation in floors where the full recess depth isn't achievable or where the subfloor construction doesn't allow a deeper cut.

Explore the full Middle Atlantic catalog for compatible poke-through bodies, power distribution accessories, and AV infrastructure components.

Key Features

• Surface Cover Style: Mounts on top of the floor surface, so installation doesn't require the full floor depth of a fully recessed unit. This matters in retrofit projects where concrete or raised-floor panel depth limits how far down you can go — the surface mount trades a slightly raised profile for a guaranteed fit.
• Tamper-Resistant Receptacles: TR-rated outlets require simultaneous pressure on both slots to insert a plug, blocking foreign object insertion. Required by the NEC in commercial spaces accessible to children (schools, daycare, healthcare waiting areas) and increasingly specified as standard in any public-facing installation — choose this cover when your AHJ or owner spec sheet calls out TR receptacles.
• 11.5" x 11.5" x 2" Footprint: The square geometry (292.1 x 292.1 x 50.8 mm overall) fits the 8CT Evolution body and gives you a defined, finished perimeter. At 2" of height above the floor, plan for potential trip-hazard clearance in high-foot-traffic aisles — surface mount floor boxes work best at desk pedestals, under fixed furniture, or in low-traffic column areas rather than open walkways.
• Gray Finish: Neutral gray coordinates with standard commercial carpet tile, concrete, and raised-floor panel finishes without requiring custom color matching. If your floor is a non-standard color, verify the finish against your actual flooring sample before ordering — Middle Atlantic does not publish alternate color options for this specific cover.
• TAA Non-Compliant: The 8CTC2GYTR is not TAA compliant. If the project is a federal government facility or any contract requiring TAA-compliant components under a GSA schedule, this cover is not the correct selection — verify TAA status at the component level before spec-ing into a government bid.
• 8CT Evolution System Compatibility: This cover is designed specifically for the 8CT Evolution poke-through series. Confirm the poke-through body model in your floor before ordering — covers are not universally interchangeable across Middle Atlantic's poke-through product lines. Pairing the wrong cover with an incompatible body produces a poor fit and may leave gaps around the perimeter.

Integration & Compatibility

The 8CTC2GYTR is the cover component for the 8CT Evolution poke-through floor box system. It does not include the poke-through body, electrical modules, or data inserts — those are specified and ordered separately based on your power, data, and AV requirements. When configuring a complete floor box assembly, confirm the cover variant (surface vs. recessed) matches your floor depth and finish-surface requirements before the rough-in phase.

For conference room and boardroom deployments, pair this cover with appropriate cable management solutions to keep the floor box surroundings clean once power and data connections are routed. The tamper-resistant receptacles satisfy NEC 406.12 requirements for commercial occupancies — confirm with your local AHJ whether TR is required or optional for your specific occupancy type.

If you're building out a full AV infrastructure specification, review the AV furniture and rack category for complementary Middle Atlantic components.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What poke-through body is the 8CTC2GYTR designed to work with?

A: The 8CTC2GYTR is the cover for the 8CT Evolution series poke-through floor box system from Middle Atlantic. Verify your poke-through body model before ordering — covers are not interchangeable across all Middle Atlantic poke-through lines.

Q: Is the 8CTC2GYTR TAA compliant?

A: No. The 8CTC2GYTR is not TAA compliant. It should not be specified for federal government projects or contracts requiring TAA-compliant components.

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

A: Surface-mount means the cover sits on top of the floor surface rather than recessing flush. This simplifies installation in floors where the full recess depth isn't available, but results in a slightly raised profile (2" above floor). Plan accordingly for foot-traffic areas.

Q: Why specify tamper-resistant receptacles?

A: Tamper-resistant (TR) receptacles require simultaneous pressure on both slots to accept a plug, preventing foreign object insertion. The NEC mandates TR receptacles in commercial spaces accessible to children, and many AHJs require them across all commercial occupancies. This cover satisfies those requirements.

Q: What are the overall dimensions of the 8CTC2GYTR?

A: The 8CTC2GYTR measures 11.5" x 11.5" x 2" (292.1 x 292.1 x 50.8 mm overall).

Q: Does the 8CTC2GYTR include the poke-through body or electrical modules?

A: No. This is the cover component only. The poke-through body, electrical modules, and data inserts are ordered separately based on your specific power and data requirements.

Karl Wilson

The 8CTC2GYTR is the finish component in an 8CT Evolution floor box assembly — the piece that determines both the daily user experience and code compliance at the receptacle level. The tamper-resistant receptacle spec isn't optional on most commercial projects anymore; NEC 406.12 has expanded TR requirements broadly, and specifying a non-TR cover in a K-12 school, healthcare facility, or any mixed-occupancy space is a re-inspection and rework risk. If the body is already roughed in with an 8CT Evolution unit, this gray surface cover is the straightforward finish selection when a flush recess isn't achievable.

Technical Highlights:

• Surface Mount (2" height): The 2" above-floor profile accommodates floor assemblies where full recess depth isn't available — useful in retrofit and raised-floor environments where cutting deeper isn't practical.
• 11.5" x 11.5" Footprint: The square 292.1 x 292.1 mm perimeter is sized specifically for the 8CT Evolution body — don't attempt to fit this cover on a different poke-through series without confirming dimensional compatibility first.
• Tamper-Resistant Receptacles: TR outlets meet NEC 406.12 for commercial spaces, reducing re-inspection risk on projects where the AHJ enforces TR requirements across all accessible receptacles.

Deployment Considerations:

• Surface-mount covers produce a 2" raised edge above the walking surface — position floor boxes at desk pedestals or under fixed furniture, not in open circulation paths, to avoid trip-hazard issues during occupancy inspections.
• This cover is not TAA compliant; flag this before including it in any federal or GSA-schedule bid. Substituting a non-compliant component late in a government project will require a change order.

Best fit for commercial interiors — conference rooms, training centers, open-plan offices — where the 8CT Evolution body is already specified and the finish requirement is a clean, code-compliant surface cover with tamper-resistant power access at the workstation level.