Middle Atlantic Drawer with Lock 2 Rack Units Steel Black Brushed and Anodized Finish - D2LK

Middle Atlantic D2LK 2U Locking Rack Drawer — Steel, 50 lb Capacity

Overview

The Middle Atlantic D2LK is a 2-rack-unit locking drawer built for 19-inch equipment racks where you need secure, organized storage for cables, remotes, documentation, spare transceivers, or any small gear that doesn't warrant its own shelf. At 15.56 inches deep with a UL-rated 50 lb load capacity, the D2LK handles everything from a pile of SFP modules to a loaded media converter tray without flexing or binding. The integrated lock keeps the contents secured — relevant in shared comms rooms, colo cages, and any rack that multiple technicians access. If you're building out a rack infrastructure and need a reliable storage solution that fits standard EIA-310 rails, the D2LK belongs on the BOM.

Key Features

• 2 Rack Units (3.5 in tall): Two RU is the practical sweet spot for a storage drawer — enough interior clearance for stacked items without consuming the three or four RU that a deeper chassis would demand. Plan your rack layout accordingly: two consecutive open RU is all you need.
• 50 lb UL-Listed Load Capacity: The 50 lb UL-rated load rating isn't marketing copy — it's a tested figure, which means you can fill this drawer with dense gear (heavy power adapters, coax patch panels, battery packs) without worrying about rail stress or drawer sag over time. Most competing drawers publish unrated load figures; UL listing gives you a defensible number for any rack weight audit.
• 15.56-inch Depth: At just under 16 inches, this drawer fits comfortably inside most two-post and four-post open-frame racks as well as enclosed cabinets with standard 28–32 inch usable depth. Verify your usable interior depth before ordering — some shallow-depth wall enclosures run 18–20 inches total, leaving very little clearance behind the rails.
• Integrated Lock: The built-in lock on the D2LK directly addresses shared-access environments. Comms rooms with rotating contractor access, MDFs serving multiple tenants, and security operations centers where physical access control matters — the lock adds a basic but meaningful layer of protection for anything stored inside.
• Steel Construction, Black Brushed and Anodized Finish: Steel keeps the drawer rigid under load and through repeated open/close cycles. The brushed anodized black finish matches standard rack aesthetics and resists scratching during installation — it won't look worn after a few months of regular use the way painted finishes sometimes do.
• 19-inch Width, 2 Mounting Points: Standard 19-inch EIA-310 width mounts on any compliant two-post or four-post rack. Two mounting points per side keep installation straightforward — no specialty hardware, no adapter kits for most racks.
• 9.9 lb Product Weight (15.43 lb Shipped): Under 10 lbs installed means the D2LK won't meaningfully shift your rack's center of gravity. The 5.5 lb difference between product and shipping weight accounts for packaging — factor the 15.43 lb shipping weight when calculating freight for multi-unit orders.

Integration & Compatibility

The D2LK mounts to any standard 19-inch rack rail system following EIA-310 spacing. It is part of the Middle Atlantic rack accessories line, which means it integrates cleanly alongside other Middle Atlantic panels, shelves, and blanks if you're building a uniform rack layout. Nothing about the electrical or network infrastructure in the rack is affected — this is a passive storage component. For racks requiring a mix of storage and cable management, pair it with a horizontal cable manager above or below to keep the drawer accessible without tangling adjacent patch runs. If your deployment involves sensitive network equipment where physical security is a concern, the locking drawer complements access-controlled rack enclosures as part of a layered physical security approach — a consideration worth raising with your physical security integrator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the UL-rated load capacity of the D2LK?

A: The D2LK carries a UL-listed load rating of 50 lbs (22.7 kg). This is a tested and certified figure, not a manufacturer estimate.

Q: Does the D2LK fit a standard 19-inch rack?

A: Yes. The D2LK is 19 inches wide and mounts to any EIA-310 compliant two-post or four-post rack using 2 mounting points.

Q: How deep is the D2LK interior? Will it fit in a shallow-depth cabinet?

A: The D2LK is 15.56 inches deep. It fits most standard-depth enclosures (28 inches or deeper usable interior). Shallow wall enclosures with less than 18 inches of usable depth may not accommodate it — measure your usable rail-to-rear-door clearance before ordering.

Q: How many rack units does the D2LK occupy?

A: The D2LK occupies 2 rack units (3.5 inches of vertical rack space).

Q: Does the lock come with a key?

A: The D2LK includes an integrated lock. Key inclusion is standard for Middle Atlantic locking drawers — confirm with the seller at time of order if you need to verify key quantity or request a keyed-alike option.

Q: What is the product weight versus shipping weight?

A: Installed product weight is 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg). Shipping weight is 15.43 lbs (7 kg), which includes packaging.