Middle Atlantic CFR Series Rack CFR-10-18

Middle Atlantic CFR-10-18 10U Cabinet Frame Rack

The Middle Atlantic CFR-10-18 is a 10-rack-unit cabinet frame rack built for integrators who need a rigid, steel mounting structure in tight spaces — 18 inches deep and 18.44 inches tall, it fits inside standard enclosures where full-depth racks won't. At 19 lbs with a UL-rated 250 lb load capacity, this frame carries serious AV and security gear without the bulk of a full cabinet. TAA compliant and UL Listed, the CFR-10-18 suits federal, education, and commercial deployments where procurement compliance is a gating requirement.

Key Features

• 10U Rack Capacity in a Compact Footprint: With 17.5 inches of usable height, you get 10 rack units of mounting space in a frame that's only 18.44 inches tall overall — practical for wall-mount enclosures, under-counter installations, or back-of-rack satellite locations where vertical real estate is limited.
• 250 lb UL Load Capacity: The UL-listed 250 lb rating (113.4 kg) means you can confidently populate all 10U with dense security hardware — NVRs, managed PoE switches, and patch panels — without guessing at structural limits. This isn't a catalog claim; it's a verified UL figure.
• 18-Inch Usable Depth: The full 18 inches of usable depth (45.7 cm) accommodates most 1U and 2U security appliances without forcing cable management compromises at the rear. Measure your deepest device before ordering — this frame works for standard NVR chassis but won't fit extended-depth server hardware.
• 10-32 Rack Rail Threading: Standard 10-32 tapped rails mean you can use commodity rack screws and cage nuts already in your van stock. No proprietary fasteners, no special tools — just standard EIA-310 mounting hardware that every integrator already carries.
• Steel Construction with Flat Black Powder Coat: The all-steel frame with flat black powder coat finish handles the mechanical stresses of populated racks without flex. The powder coat resists scratching during installation and holds up in the mechanical rooms and utility closets where this hardware typically lands.
• TAA Compliant, UL Listed: TAA compliance (verified, country of origin: Mexico) makes the CFR-10-18 eligible for GSA schedule procurement and federal contract work. The UL listing covers both the structural load rating and the product classification — document it in your submittal package.
• In-Cabinet Rack Type: Designed specifically as an in-cabinet rack, the CFR-10-18 mounts inside an enclosure rather than functioning as a standalone open frame. This keeps gear protected and allows the outer cabinet to handle environmental and access control — the right architecture for most commercial security closets.

Integration and Compatibility

The CFR-10-18 (often searched as CFR 10 18) follows EIA-310 rack standards with 10-32 threaded rails and a 19.25-inch overall width, making it compatible with standard 19-inch rackmount equipment from any manufacturer. The 10U, 18-inch-deep format is a common fit for network video recorders, managed PoE switches, and patch panels in Middle Atlantic enclosure systems. Pair it with Middle Atlantic enclosure cabinets sized for 18-inch-deep frame inserts for a matched, pre-engineered solution. The 10-32 rail standard is universal across the rack mount infrastructure category — no adapter plates or rail conversions required for standard 1U and 2U security devices.

For larger deployments requiring more rack space, consider Middle Atlantic's deeper or taller CFR variants. If your equipment list runs deeper than 18 inches — extended-depth NVR chassis or high-density patch enclosures — size up to a deeper frame before committing to this model. Consult a rack planning guide to confirm total populated depth before finalizing the frame selection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the CFR-10-18 TAA compliant for federal procurement?

A: Yes. The CFR-10-18 is TAA compliant with a country of origin of Mexico, making it eligible for GSA schedule and federal contract procurement. It is also UL Listed.

Q: What is the UL-rated load capacity of the CFR-10-18?

A: The CFR-10-18 carries a UL-listed load capacity of 250 lbs (113.4 kg) across its 10 rack units — sufficient for fully populated NVR, switch, and patch panel configurations in commercial security deployments.

Q: What rack rail thread does the CFR-10-18 use?

A: The CFR-10-18 uses standard 10-32 threaded rack rails, compatible with standard EIA-310 rack screws and cage nuts. No proprietary fasteners are required.

Q: How deep is the CFR-10-18, and will my NVR fit?

A: The CFR-10-18 provides 18 inches (45.7 cm) of usable depth. Most 1U and 2U security NVRs and managed switches fit within this depth. Measure your deepest chassis — extended-depth server hardware may require a deeper frame variant.

Q: Is the CFR-10-18 a standalone open frame or does it install inside a cabinet?

A: The CFR-10-18 is classified as an in-cabinet rack — it is designed to mount inside a Middle Atlantic or compatible enclosure, not as a freestanding open-frame rack.

Q: What are the overall dimensions and shipping weight of the CFR-10-18?

A: Overall dimensions are 19.25 in W × 18.44 in H × 18 in D (48.9 × 46.8 × 45.7 cm). Product weight is 19 lbs (8.6 kg); shipping weight is 24.5 lbs (11.1 kg).

James Everett

The CFR-10-18 is one of those components that either fits your enclosure or it doesn't — the 18-inch depth and 10U height are fixed constraints, so I always confirm the cabinet's interior clear depth before spec'ing this frame. When it does fit, it's the right call: the UL-listed 250 lb load rating holds a fully populated 10U without any structural concern, and the 10-32 threading means zero sourcing friction on fasteners at install time.

Technical Highlights:

• UL Load Rating (250 lbs): At 113.4 kg rated capacity across 10U, you have margin to populate every slot — a typical 10U security stack (NVR, managed switch, UPS module, patch panel) rarely exceeds 150 lbs total.
• 18-Inch Usable Depth: The full 18 inches of usable rack depth is the actual working dimension — no rail offset eating into device clearance. This accommodates standard 1U NVRs and 1U managed switches without rear-cable-management compromises.
• TAA + UL Listed: Both certifications are verifiable and documented, which matters on government or education projects where the submittal package needs hard compliance evidence, not just a catalog checkbox.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm the host enclosure's interior clear depth is at least 18 inches before ordering — the CFR-10-18 will not fit in shallower cabinets regardless of the outer cabinet's advertised depth.
• At 19.25 inches wide, this frame fits standard 19-inch EIA-310 cabinets, but measure the interior rail-to-rail span of your specific enclosure — some non-standard cabinets run narrow and will bind the frame on insertion.

The CFR-10-18 is the right frame for commercial security closet builds where the enclosure is already selected, the gear list is under 10U, and the project requires documented TAA and UL compliance — typical in K-12, municipal, and light commercial access control and surveillance installations.