Middle Atlantic Forward Univ Mntng Ptrn Fits 44U-45U 1PC - FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45

Middle Atlantic FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45 Forward Universal Vertical Mounting Lace, 44U–45U

The FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45 is Middle Atlantic's forward universal vertical mounting lace bar designed specifically for 44U and 45U rack enclosures — the right tool for integrators who need a clean, structured cable pathway along the full height of a deep equipment rack without improvising with zip-tie anchors or aftermarket cable hooks. At 78.75 inches tall and built from steel, this is a permanent, load-bearing cable management component, not a cosmetic accessory. Explore the full Middle Atlantic rack infrastructure catalog for compatible enclosures and accessories.

Key Features

• Full 44U Span (78.75 in / 200 cm height): Covers the entire usable height of a 44U or 45U rack in a single piece — no splicing, no mid-run transitions. One continuous lace surface means your cable bundles stay organized from top patch panel to bottom PDU without interruption.
• Forward-Facing Mounting Pattern: The "forward" orientation positions the lace bar at the front vertical rail plane, keeping cables accessible for moves, adds, and changes without pulling the rack away from the wall. For densely populated AV or security equipment racks, front-access cable management is a practical time saver during service calls.
• Steel Construction: The steel material handles the cumulative weight of bundled CAT6, coax, and power cables across a fully populated 44U rack — cable bundles on a tall rack can exceed 20 lbs when loaded. Plastic alternatives flex and sag; this does not.
• Minimal Footprint (0.91 in wide × 0.69 in deep): At under an inch in both width and depth, the lace bar adds virtually no horizontal intrusion into the rack interior. Tight rack depths — 24-inch or 30-inch — lose almost nothing in usable cable tray width.
• Mounting Hardware Included: Ships with the hardware needed for installation, so there's no separate hardware order to track down before the install crew arrives on site.
• Universal Mounting Pattern: The UMV (Universal Mounting) designation means it's compatible with standard Middle Atlantic rack rail spacing — integrators already working in Middle Atlantic enclosures won't need adapter plates or custom drilling.
• 15 lb Unit Weight: At 15 lbs for a 78.75-inch steel bar, the FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45 is substantial enough to confirm solid material gauge, but still manageable for a single technician to position and fasten during installation. Shipping weight matches unit weight at 15 lbs, so no hidden packaging mass to account for in freight planning.
• Black Finish: Standard black matches Middle Atlantic rack enclosure interiors and most third-party 19-inch racks — no visible color mismatch in mixed-brand rack rows.

Integration & Compatibility

The FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45 is built for 44U and 45U rack enclosures using Middle Atlantic's standard vertical rail system. The universal mounting pattern aligns with Middle Atlantic's own rack lineup, making it a direct fit for integrators standardized on that platform. At 78.75 inches, verify your enclosure's internal usable height before ordering — some nominal 44U enclosures have slightly reduced internal clearance depending on top/bottom panel design. For rack accessories including PDUs, blanking panels, and cable managers, browse the full category. If you're building out a structured cabling plan for a multi-rack security or AV system, pair this with a horizontal cable management solution for a complete front-to-back pathway. A rack planning guide can help map cable density and U-space allocation before equipment arrives on site.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What rack sizes is the FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45 designed for?

A: It is designed to fit 44U and 45U rack enclosures, spanning 78.75 inches (200 cm) in height.

Q: Does the FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45 include mounting hardware?

A: Yes, mounting hardware is included with the unit.

Q: What material is the FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45 made from?

A: It is constructed from steel and finished in black.

Q: How much does the FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45 weigh?

A: The unit weight is 15 lbs (6.8 kg). Shipping weight is also 15 lbs.

Q: What are the physical dimensions of the FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45?

A: Height: 78.75 in (200 cm), Width: 0.91 in (2.3 cm), Depth: 0.69 in (1.8 cm). The minimal width and depth mean it adds almost no intrusion into the rack interior.

Q: Is this a forward-mounted or rear-mounted lace bar?

A: Forward-mounted — the "Forward" special feature designation positions the lace bar at the front rail plane for front-access cable management.

Marty Allison

The FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45 is the detail that separates a rack build you're proud to show a client from one you're embarrassed to open the door on. At 78.75 inches of steel vertical lace surface — spanning the full height of a 44U or 45U enclosure — this bar gives you a single continuous anchor plane for every cable run in the rack, front to back routing organized from the top patch panel to the bottom PDU without a zip tie forest in between.

Technical Highlights:

• 78.75 in full-height span: One piece covers the entire 44U/45U interior — no mid-rack splice points where cable bundles shift or sag over time under their own weight.
• 0.91 in width × 0.69 in depth footprint: Under an inch in both dimensions means this bar effectively disappears inside the rack — you lose nothing in horizontal cable tray clearance even in 24-inch-depth enclosures.
• Steel at 15 lbs: The material gauge is substantial enough to hold loaded cable bundles without flexing. A fully dressed 44U security rack with coax, CAT6, and power runs can push 20+ lbs of cable weight along the vertical path — steel handles that; lighter materials do not.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify your enclosure's actual internal usable height before installation — nominal 44U enclosures occasionally have reduced internal clearance depending on top and bottom panel design; measure against the 78.75 in bar length before committing.
• The forward orientation is purpose-built for front-rail mounting; if your cable pathway requires a rear vertical lace bar, this is not the correct part — confirm your rack layout calls for forward placement before ordering.

The FWD-LACE-UMV-44-45 is the right specification for a 44U or 45U security head-end rack where the installation will be inspected, serviced, or expanded by other technicians — structured vertical cable management at the front rail keeps every run identifiable and accessible without moving equipment.