Middle Atlantic DWR Series Wallrack with Plexi Door 15IN. Deep Textured Black Powder - DWR-24-17PD

Middle Atlantic DWR-24-17PD 24U Pivoting Wall Rack with Plexi Door

Overview

The Middle Atlantic DWR-24-17PD is a 24U pivoting wall rack built for security control rooms, IT closets, and AV equipment rooms where floor space is at a premium but serviceability cannot be compromised. At 15 inches of usable depth and a 300 lb UL-rated load capacity, it accommodates a full complement of network switches, NVRs, patch panels, and power distribution units without requiring a dedicated equipment room. The pivoting mechanism is the defining feature here — the entire rack swings away from the wall for rear-cable access, eliminating the need to pull equipment for maintenance. If you're specifying Middle Atlantic racks for a multi-site rollout or a single install where long-term serviceability matters, the DWR-24-17PD (often searched as DWR 24 17PD) deserves a close look.

Key Features

• 24 RU Capacity with 42 in Usable Height: Twenty-four rack units with 42 inches of usable interior height gives you room for a fully loaded security system — NVR, PoE switch, UPS, and patch panel — without stacking them into a standard 12U closet rack and sacrificing airflow or cable management. For a typical network video recorder deployment with supporting network gear, 24U is the practical sweet spot.
• 300 lb UL Load Capacity: UL-listed at 300 lbs (136.1 kg), this rack handles dense deployments — multiple 2U servers, battery backup units, and fully loaded patch bays — without structural concern. The seismic load capacity is rated separately at 155 lbs (70.3 kg), relevant if you're installing in California or other seismic zones where code compliance matters.
• 15 in Usable Depth (17 in Overall): The 15-inch usable depth fits standard 1U and 2U gear including most NVRs and enterprise-grade network switches. Gear deeper than 15 inches won't mount flush — verify your deepest unit's chassis depth before specifying.
• Plexi Front Door: The acrylic plexi door provides visual status monitoring without opening the rack — useful in active NOC or security control environments where LED indicator states need to be checked at a glance. It also keeps dust off front-panel ports without blocking visibility the way a solid steel door would.
• Black Wrinkle Powder Coat Finish on Steel Construction: Heavy-gauge steel with a black wrinkle powder coat finish is durable in commercial environments and resists scuffing from cable management and equipment swaps better than smooth paint finishes. The finish is consistent with other Middle Atlantic product lines, which matters in installations where visual uniformity across racks is specified.
• Forward Rack Rail with Forward-Compatible Design: The forward rackrail design positions equipment toward the front of the enclosure, making it compatible with standard EIA-310 rack accessories. The forward-compatible designation means future accessory additions — blanks, cable management rings, power strips — integrate without modification.
• TAA Compliant, USA-Made: Federal origin is listed as USA and the unit carries TAA compliance — a hard requirement for US government contracts, GSA schedules, and many state/municipal bids. If your end-user is a government agency or a contractor on a federal project, this clears a common procurement gate.
• Seismic Rated at 155 lbs: Seismic certification is increasingly required by AHJs in western states and some commercial building codes. The 155 lb seismic load rating is the number to verify against your site's required seismic load — it's lower than the static load rating, so factor that in when loading out the rack in seismic zones.

Integration & Compatibility

The DWR-24-17PD uses standard EIA-310 rack spacing, making it compatible with virtually all 19-inch rack-mount equipment. The forward rackrail accommodates standard cage nut or pre-threaded rail accessories from Middle Atlantic and third-party vendors. The pivoting wall-mount design requires adequate wall blocking or structural backing — drywall alone is not sufficient for a fully loaded 300 lb rack; coordinate with the structural trades during rough-in. Cable ingress is typically managed through the top or bottom of the enclosure; plan your conduit or cable tray routing before the rack is mounted. For rack accessories such as blanking panels, power strips, and cable management, the forward-compatible rail system accepts standard Middle Atlantic accessory hardware. The unit ships ready for wall installation; verify that your rough-in depth accommodates the 17-inch overall depth plus swing clearance for the pivot mechanism — allow a minimum of 24 inches from the wall surface for full pivot access.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the DWR-24-17PD TAA compliant?

A: Yes. The DWR-24-17PD carries TAA compliance and lists the USA as its Federal Operations Country of Origin, making it eligible for GSA schedule and US government procurement contracts.

Q: What is the UL load capacity of the DWR-24-17PD?

A: The UL-listed static load capacity is 300 lbs (136.1 kg). The seismic load capacity is separately rated at 155 lbs (70.3 kg) — the lower figure applies in seismic-zone installations.

Q: What is the usable depth inside the DWR-24-17PD?

A: The usable depth is 15 inches (38.1 cm). The overall enclosure depth is 17 inches (43.2 cm). Equipment deeper than 15 inches will not mount flush within the rack.

Q: Does the DWR-24-17PD require special wall backing for installation?

A: Yes. A wall-mount rack loaded near its 300 lb capacity requires solid structural backing — typically a plywood backer panel or steel wall blocking secured to studs or structural framing. Standard drywall anchors are not adequate for fully loaded installations.

Q: How many rack units does the DWR-24-17PD provide?

A: 24 rack units (RU) with 42 inches (106.7 cm) of usable interior height.

Q: Is the DWR-24-17PD seismic rated?

A: Yes. It is seismic rated with a seismic load capacity of 155 lbs (70.3 kg). This is relevant for installations in jurisdictions requiring seismic-compliant rack enclosures.