Middle Atlantic C3 Series Credenza Frame 1 BAY 32 Inches High - 1 BAY Frame FOR C3 - C3-FF32-1

Middle Atlantic C3-FF32-1 Single-Bay Credenza Frame, 32-Inch

The Middle Atlantic C3-FF32-1 is a single-bay, 32-inch-tall steel credenza frame designed as the structural foundation for C3 Series credenza enclosures. At 22.8 inches wide and just 3.5 inches deep, this frame slots into low-profile furniture deployments where you need a clean, furniture-grade exterior over A/V, security, or network equipment — without the footprint of a full equipment rack. If you're speccing a Middle Atlantic credenza build for a boardroom, security operations center, or executive workspace, the C3-FF32-1 is the load-bearing starting point.

Key Features

• 100 lb Weight Capacity: The frame handles up to 100 lbs (45.4 kg) of installed equipment — enough headroom for a dense 1U/2U stack of processors, recorders, or A/V gear without worrying about frame deflection or fastener pull-out over time.
• 32-Inch Height (1-Bay Configuration): At 32 inches tall, the C3-FF32-1 accommodates equipment in a single-bay column that aligns with standard C3 Series panel and door components. Height is a critical selection variable — confirm your panel and worksurface heights match before ordering additional C3 components.
• 3.5-Inch Depth: The 3.5-inch (8.9 cm) frame depth is purpose-built for shallow credenza profiles. This isn't a general-purpose frame; it's designed specifically so C3 Series skins and worksurfaces fit flush without shimming or modification.
• 22.8-Inch Width: The 22.8-inch (57.9 cm) bay width matches the C3 Series modular bay standard, ensuring compatibility with Middle Atlantic's credenza worksurfaces, doors, and side panels in multi-bay configurations.
• All-Steel Construction: The frame is fabricated from steel — not aluminum extrusion or composite board — which matters for long-term rigidity in a furniture enclosure that will be opened, loaded, and accessed repeatedly over years of service.
• Mounting Hardware Included: Mounting hardware ships with the frame, so you're not sourcing fasteners separately before assembly can begin. Confirm hardware matches your specific C3 panel attachment requirements if integrating with other C3 components.
• TAA Compliant, USA Origin: The C3-FF32-1 is manufactured in the USA and is TAA-compliant, making it eligible for federal, state, and defense procurement contracts where country-of-origin restrictions apply. TAA compliance is verified for this SKU.
• 12.9 lb Frame Weight: The frame itself weighs 12.9 lbs (5.9 kg), shipping at 22 lbs. That's a manageable one-person lift during installation, relevant when you're building out a credenza on-site in a finished space where you can't use a cart or lift equipment.

Integration and Compatibility

The C3-FF32-1 is specifically engineered for the Middle Atlantic C3 Series credenza system. It is not a universal rack frame — do not attempt to use it as a standalone open frame or retrofit it into non-C3 enclosure builds. Multi-bay credenza installations require one frame per bay; a two-bay credenza needs two C3-FF32-1 frames (or the appropriate multi-bay variant) plus the corresponding worksurface, side panels, and doors from the C3 Series lineup.

When planning a C3 credenza for a network video recorder or security equipment installation, verify that your NVR or DVR chassis depth fits within the C3 enclosure's interior clear depth — the 3.5-inch frame dimension refers to the frame structural depth, not the interior equipment clearance of the assembled credenza.

For integrators sourcing complementary rack and enclosure infrastructure, Middle Atlantic's C3 Series panels, worksurfaces, and doors are the appropriate companion components. Mixing C3 frames with non-C3 Middle Atlantic furniture series will result in dimension mismatches.

Review Middle Atlantic's power management offerings if you're building a complete credenza system that includes UPS or surge-protection equipment — credenza-depth power units from the same manufacturer simplify the build.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the C3-FF32-1 TAA compliant?

A: Yes. The C3-FF32-1 is TAA compliant and manufactured in the USA, making it eligible for federal and government procurement contracts subject to Trade Agreements Act requirements.

Q: What is the maximum weight the C3-FF32-1 can support?

A: The C3-FF32-1 has a verified weight capacity of 100 lbs (45.4 kg), providing adequate load margin for typical A/V and security equipment installations.

Q: How many C3-FF32-1 frames do I need for a multi-bay credenza?

A: One frame per bay. A two-bay credenza requires two separate frames. Each C3-FF32-1 is a single-bay unit (22.8 inches wide) and must be combined with the appropriate C3 Series worksurfaces, panels, and doors for a complete credenza assembly.

Q: Can the C3-FF32-1 be used as a standalone open-frame equipment rack?

A: No. The C3-FF32-1 is a credenza frame component designed specifically for the Middle Atlantic C3 Series furniture system. It is not a standard EIA rack frame and is not intended for standalone open-frame use.

Q: What is the frame depth of the C3-FF32-1?

A: The C3-FF32-1 frame depth is 3.5 inches (8.9 cm). This shallow dimension is specific to the C3 Series credenza profile. It does not represent the interior equipment clearance depth of the assembled credenza enclosure.

Q: Is the C3-FF32-1 available for international shipment?

A: Yes. Middle Atlantic lists the C3-FF32-1 as available internationally.

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The C3-FF32-1 is a structural bay frame, not a finished product — and that distinction matters when you're quoting a credenza build. At 3.5 inches of frame depth and 22.8 inches wide, this unit establishes the modular bay geometry that every other C3 Series component (doors, worksurfaces, side panels) is dimensioned around. If you order the wrong height variant — there are multiple C3 frame heights in the family — none of your finish panels will align correctly.

Technical Highlights:

• 100 lb Weight Capacity: Sufficient for a loaded 2U NVR, a UPS unit, or a dense A/V processor stack in a single bay without structural concern.
• 12.9 lb Frame Weight / 22 lb Ship Weight: The delta between product weight (12.9 lb) and shipping weight (22 lb) tells you the packaging adds roughly 9 lbs — relevant if you're calculating freight on a multi-frame order for a large credenza install.
• USA-Made, TAA Compliant: Confirmed for this SKU. For government facility integrations — federal buildings, courtrooms, EOCs — this clears the procurement compliance check without additional documentation hunting.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify interior equipment depth clearance separately — the 3.5-inch frame depth spec is the frame's own structural footprint, not the usable depth inside the assembled credenza. Deep chassis equipment (NVRs over 18 inches) may require checking the full C3 Series assembly drawings before committing to the build.
• Multi-bay installations require one C3-FF32-1 per bay — a three-bay credenza means three frames. Budget and shipping weight scale linearly; at 22 lbs per frame, a six-bay build ships at roughly 132 lbs of frames alone before panels and worksurfaces.

The C3-FF32-1 is the right call for a security operations center or executive conference room where you're hiding NVR and A/V gear inside furniture-grade cabinetry and TAA compliance is a contract requirement. It's not the right frame for a server room or equipment closet — use a proper EIA rack there instead.