Middle Atlantic 8IN Surface Style CVR Assembly SN - 8CTC2SN

Middle Atlantic 8CTC2SN 8IN Surface-Style Poke-Thru Cover Assembly

Overview

The Middle Atlantic 8CTC2SN is an 8-inch surface-style cover assembly designed for the 8CT Evolution poke-through device family. Where recessed cover styles sit flush within a finished floor or surface cutout, the 8CTC2SN mounts above the surface — the right call when sub-floor depth is limited or when a clean top-mount profile is preferred over a fully countersunk finish. The satin nickel finish integrates naturally into conference rooms, boardrooms, and open-plan workspaces where exposed hardware needs to match contemporary fixture finishes. TAA compliance makes this a straightforward procurement for government facilities and federally funded projects without triggering additional sourcing review.

If you are specifying Middle Atlantic poke-through infrastructure, the 8CTC2SN pairs with the 8CT Evolution base unit and accepts a standard receptacle configuration — meaning you get the same outlet and data port population as the recessed cover variants, just in a surface-mount profile. For integrators specifying AV and security infrastructure for multipurpose rooms, this distinction matters: surface-style covers require less floor or table preparation and can be repositioned or swapped without re-cutting.

Key Features

• Surface Cover Style: Unlike recessed covers that require a precise countersunk cutout to sit flush, the 8CTC2SN mounts above the surface. This reduces installation time and works in table surfaces or raised flooring where sub-surface depth is constrained.
• Standard Receptacle Type: Accepts standard receptacle modules — the same population options available across the 8CT Evolution line — so you are not locked into a specialty outlet configuration. Specifying a standard type also simplifies future outlet replacement without reordering the cover assembly.
• Satin Nickel Finish: The satin nickel color coordinates with common AV and conference room hardware finishes, avoiding the visual mismatch that matte black or white covers create in nickel-fixture environments. No field painting or custom ordering needed for finish-sensitive installs.
• TAA Compliant: The 8CTC2SN meets Trade Agreements Act requirements, qualifying it for GSA schedule purchases and government facility deployments without a waiver. Confirm TAA status at the project BOM level — this unit is covered.
• Compact Shipping Footprint: Ships in an 11.5 x 11.5 x 2-inch package (292.1 x 292.1 x 50.8 mm), making it easy to stage and transport to job sites without dedicated freight handling.

Integration & Compatibility

The 8CTC2SN is purpose-built for the Middle Atlantic 8CT Evolution poke-through device platform. Verify your base unit model before ordering — the surface cover style is one of multiple cover options for the 8CT family, and the correct selection depends on your finished surface preparation and depth clearance. For conference room AV integration projects, pair the cover assembly with the appropriate base unit and pre-wire data and power runs before the table surface is finalized to avoid rework.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the 8CTC2SN TAA compliant?

A: Yes. The 8CTC2SN is TAA compliant, qualifying it for government and federally funded facility procurement without additional sourcing exceptions.

Q: What is the difference between a surface cover and a recessed cover for the 8CT Evolution?

A: A surface cover mounts above the finished surface, requiring less sub-surface depth and no countersunk cutout. A recessed cover sits flush within the surface cutout for a lower-profile appearance. The 8CTC2SN is a surface-style cover.

Q: What receptacle type does the 8CTC2SN use?

A: The 8CTC2SN uses a standard receptacle type, compatible with the standard outlet and data port modules available in the 8CT Evolution line.

Q: What finish does the 8CTC2SN come in?

A: Satin nickel. This finish is suited to conference rooms and commercial spaces where hardware finishes are coordinated with nickel or brushed metal fixtures.

Q: What are the shipping dimensions for the 8CTC2SN?

A: The unit ships in an 11.5 x 11.5 x 2-inch carton (292.1 x 292.1 x 50.8 mm).

James Everett

The 8CTC2SN is a detail that gets underspecified on room finish drawings — and then becomes a headache when the furniture arrives and the cover style doesn't match the table prep. The surface-mount profile on the 8CTC2SN is the right call when you're working with surfaces that can't accommodate the sub-surface depth a recessed cover requires, or when the installation schedule doesn't allow for precise countersinking before the table ships to site.

Technical Highlights:

• Surface Cover Style: Installs above the finished surface — no countersunk cutout required, which simplifies table and floor prep and allows the cover to be swapped or repositioned without structural rework.
• TAA Compliance: Verified TAA compliant on this SKU, which clears it for GSA schedule and government facility BOMs without a per-item compliance review.
• Satin Nickel Finish: A finish that coordinates with the nickel and brushed metal hardware common in executive conference and boardroom environments — avoids the visual mismatch of a default white or black cover in a finish-coordinated space.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm the 8CTC2SN matches your 8CT Evolution base unit before finalizing the order — the surface style is one of several cover options in the family, and cover compatibility is base-unit specific.
• The standard receptacle type limits module customization compared to specialty configurations; if the room requires a non-standard outlet or data port layout, verify module availability in the 8CT Evolution accessory catalog before committing to this cover assembly.

The 8CTC2SN is the right specification for government-procurement conference rooms and executive spaces where TAA compliance is required, table or surface prep depth is limited, and finish coordination with satin nickel hardware is a design requirement.