Middle Atlantic AL Raceway Base 10FT - AL5200B-10

Middle Atlantic AL5200B-10 10 ft Large Aluminum Raceway Base

Overview

The Middle Atlantic AL5200B-10 is the base component of the AL5200 series large multi-channel aluminum raceway system — a 10-foot section sized for high-density cable runs in AV, security, and network infrastructure deployments. At 12 inches wide and 5 inches tall with a 2-inch depth profile, the AL5200B-10 provides substantial internal volume for organizing power, data, and low-voltage wiring along walls, above ceilings, or in raised-floor environments where a surface-mount conduit solution is preferable to in-wall rough-in. If you're routing camera cables, card reader wiring, and network drops along the same path and need a clean, professional result that won't require tear-out to service later, this is the format to consider. TAA compliance makes it viable for federal, state, and local government installations with domestic sourcing requirements. The AL5200B-10 (often searched as AL5200B 10) is designed to work within the broader AL5200 series ecosystem, pairing with covers and fittings to form a complete raceway assembly.

Key Features

• 10 ft (3.1 m) section length: longer runs mean fewer joints per linear foot of installation — a 100-foot corridor needs 10 sections rather than 20, cutting field-splice labor and reducing the number of potential ingress points where cable armor can snag.
• 12-inch (30.5 cm) width: wide enough to segregate power and data in separate internal channels without crowding either — critical in security infrastructure where running unshielded camera cables immediately adjacent to 120V feeds can introduce noise into analog or low-voltage IP runs.
• 5-inch (12.7 cm) height: the tall profile accommodates larger cable bundles and allows bend-radius compliance for Cat6A and fiber without forcing cables into tight corners that degrade performance or void structured cabling warranties.
• 2-inch (5.1 cm) depth: shallow enough to surface-mount without projecting excessively into corridors or aisles — keeps the installation code-compliant in egress paths where ADA clearance or NFPA corridor-width requirements apply.
• Aluminum construction (AL series): the AL designation indicates aluminum build — lighter than steel conduit, corrosion-resistant for environments with humidity or cleaning agents, and easier to cut cleanly in the field without the burr risk of steel raceway.
• TAA compliant: the AL5200B-10 meets Trade Agreements Act requirements, qualifying it for GSA schedule purchases and federally funded projects where domestic or TAA-country sourcing is mandated. Specify this on government bid sheets to avoid last-minute substitution requests.
• AL5200 series system: the base pairs with the corresponding AL5200 series cover and fittings (inside corners, outside corners, flat elbows, T-fittings) to form a complete raceway run — plan your fitting count at the same time you order bases to avoid delays mid-installation.

Integration & Compatibility

The AL5200B-10 is the base-only component of the Middle Atlantic AL5200 raceway series. It is designed to be used with the matching AL5200 series cover and transition fittings available in the cable management category. For security system deployments, it pairs naturally with IP camera cable runs, access control wiring, and structured cabling infrastructure. When planning a multi-run installation, consult a cable management planning guide to calculate the correct number of sections, covers, and fittings before ordering. For rack-based termination points, pair with rackmount enclosures and patch panels to complete the infrastructure path from field device to head-end.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Middle Atlantic AL5200B-10 TAA compliant?

A: Yes. The AL5200B-10 is TAA compliant, making it eligible for GSA schedule purchases and federally funded projects with domestic or TAA-country sourcing requirements.

Q: What are the dimensions of the AL5200B-10?

A: The AL5200B-10 is 10 ft (3.1 m) long, 12 in (30.5 cm) wide, 5 in (12.7 cm) tall, and 2 in (5.1 cm) deep.

Q: Is the AL5200B-10 a complete raceway, or just the base?

A: It is the base component only. A complete raceway assembly requires the matching AL5200 series cover and the appropriate transition fittings (corners, elbows, T-fittings) for your run layout.

Q: What type of cables can be routed in the AL5200B-10?

A: The 12-inch width and 5-inch height provide substantial internal volume suited for power, Cat6A data, coax, fiber, and low-voltage security wiring. The tall profile supports proper bend-radius compliance for structured cabling installations.

Q: Can the AL5200B-10 be surface-mounted in egress corridors?

A: The 2-inch depth profile is designed for surface mounting and is shallow enough for most corridor installations, but verify local ADA clearance and NFPA egress-width requirements for your specific project before specifying.

Ted Perry

When I spec the AL5200B-10 on a project, the first number I point to is the 12-inch interior width. That's not a coincidence — at 12 inches across, you have enough room to physically separate your 120V power feeds from your IP camera and access control low-voltage runs, which matters the moment a site manager asks why their card readers are intermittently dropping during HVAC compressor cycling. The AL5200B-10 is the base half of the equation; don't order it without lining up the AL5200 series cover and your corner fittings at the same time.

Technical Highlights:

• 12 in (30.5 cm) width: provides genuine channel segregation between power and data — wide enough for a physical divider or simply spatial separation, reducing induced noise on low-voltage security wiring without requiring shielded cable upgrades.
• 5 in (12.7 cm) height: accommodates Cat6A and OS2 fiber at compliant bend radii — tall-profile raceway is the spec decision that prevents structured cabling warranty disputes during commissioning inspections.
• TAA compliance: qualifies the AL5200B-10 for government bid specifications without sourcing substitution risk — call it out explicitly in the submittal package, not as an afterthought.

Deployment Considerations:

• The AL5200B-10 is a base section only — it ships without a cover. Budget the matching AL5200 series cover sections and all transition fittings (inside corners, outside corners, flat elbows) before finalizing your material list, or expect a second purchase order mid-installation.
• At 10 ft per section, a single long corridor run can require a dozen or more sections; verify your freight delivery can accommodate 10-foot lengths before placing a large order, as standard parcel carriers often cannot.

This is the right base for government facilities, commercial security buildouts, and institutional AV infrastructure where a clean surface-mount cable path, TAA sourcing compliance, and enough internal volume for mixed power-and-data runs are all non-negotiable on the same project.