Middle Atlantic 8SP Cabinet Frame RK 18D - CFR-8-18

Middle Atlantic CFR-8-18 8U In-Cabinet Frame Rack

Overview

The Middle Atlantic CFR-8-18 is an 8-rack-unit in-cabinet frame rack designed to mount inside an existing enclosure — furniture, credenza, or custom millwork — where standard open-frame or enclosed racks won't fit. At 18 inches of usable depth and 14 inches of usable height across 8 RU, the CFR-8-18 gives installers a proper 10-32 threaded rail system inside cabinetry that was never designed for rack equipment. The steel construction with flat black powder coat finish handles a UL-rated 250 lb load capacity, so you can stack NVRs, PoE switches, and UPS units without worrying about structural limits. TAA compliant and UL Listed — relevant for government, education, and enterprise procurement that requires documentation on country of origin (Mexico) and safety certification. If your AV or security equipment is going behind closed doors in a built-in cabinet, the CFR-8-18 is the hardware that turns raw cabinetry into a properly racked installation.

Compatibility

The CFR-8-18 uses standard 10-32 threaded rack rails and accepts any equipment built to the EIA-310 19-inch rack standard. This covers the full range of Middle Atlantic rack accessories — shelves, blanks, cable managers, and power strips — as well as third-party 1U through 8U devices: NVRs, network switches, PoE injectors, patch panels, and UPS units. The 19.25-inch width matches the EIA standard rail-to-rail dimension. At 18 inches of usable depth, it accommodates most 1U switches and NVRs; verify that deeper appliances (some 2U servers and UPS units exceed 20 inches) fit within your cabinet's interior before ordering. Pairs directly with Middle Atlantic's own shelf and rack accessory line without adapters. For network video recorders and PoE switches that need a clean, permanent rack home inside furniture or millwork, this frame is the correct starting point.

Installation Notes

The frame ships at 21 lbs (15.5 lbs product weight) and mounts inside an existing cabinet enclosure — the installer is responsible for securing the frame to cabinet walls using appropriate hardware for the cabinet material. The 10-32 rail system requires standard rack screws (not included with all equipment); confirm your devices ship with 10-32 screws or stock them separately. Usable height is 14 inches across 8 RU, so plan your equipment layout before mounting — 1U = 1.75 inches, leaving no margin above 8U. Review your rack planning requirements and measure interior cabinet depth before finalizing depth-sensitive equipment selection alongside this frame.