Middle Atlantic Forward UPS CBS 2150VA/1650W BGR 32 D - FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32

Middle Atlantic FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32 BGR 32" Rack UPS Caster Base System

The Middle Atlantic FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32 is a 2000VA / line-interactive UPS built directly into a rolling caster base for BGR 32-inch rack enclosures — it eliminates the separate UPS shelf, keeps the battery footprint out of your usable rack space, and gives mobile security racks a clean, self-contained power story. If you're deploying surveillance systems, access control headends, or network equipment in BGR rolling racks and need protected power without sacrificing rack real estate, this is the configuration to spec.

Key Features

• 2000VA / Line-Interactive Topology: Line-interactive UPS corrects minor voltage sags and surges without switching to battery — critical for surveillance NVRs and network switches that trip on brownouts but don't justify the cost or heat of a double-conversion unit. The 2000VA rating handles a fully loaded BGR rack with NVR, PoE switches, and access control hardware comfortably, assuming a realistic 0.7–0.8 power factor load.
• 48 VDC Output: The 48 VDC rail feeds DC-powered rack components directly — no inverter loss on devices that run native DC. If your rack includes PoE injectors or DC-input networking gear, that rail reduces heat and conversion waste compared to running everything through the AC inverter chain.
• 120 VAC / 20A Input (NEMA 5-20P): The 20-amp input plug means you need a dedicated 20A circuit at the rack location — a common spec in commercial AV and security equipment rooms, but worth confirming on renovation or retrofit jobs where older 15A branch circuits are still in play. Don't try to adapt this to a 15A outlet; the inrush on a loaded 2KVA UPS will trip the breaker.
• MOV Surge Protection: Metal oxide varistors clamp transient spikes before they reach connected equipment. MOV-based surge protection is standard and proven for indoor rack environments; it's not a substitute for whole-building surge suppression, but it handles the fast transients that damage switch power supplies and camera NVRs.
• Bank-Controlled Outlet Groups: Outlet control is handled at the bank level, which lets you sequence power cycling — spin up the network layer before the NVRs, or cut power to cameras independently of the core switch. For surveillance racks that need a controlled boot sequence, bank-level switching is the practical minimum.
• Network Management via UPX-RLNK-CARD (Optional): The FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32 is not network-managed out of the box — that capability requires the separately purchased UPX-RLNK-CARD. With that card installed, you get remote outlet control, UPS status monitoring, and graceful shutdown integration with your VMS or building management system. Factor that card into the budget if remote power management matters.
• 1100 lb Weight Capacity: The BGR caster base supports up to 1100 lbs of rack payload — enough for a fully populated 32-inch deep BGR cabinet with dense NVR storage, network switches, and battery modules. The 155 lb unit weight itself is substantial; plan the floor loading and confirm the elevator weight limit if this is going above ground floor.
• 2 RU Height, 32-Inch Depth: At 7.42 inches tall and 32 inches deep, this caster base integrates flush with the BGR 32 enclosure footprint. The 2 RU occupied in the base means your standard rack space above starts clean — no UPS shelf eating 3–4U of prime real estate in the upper cabinet.
• NEMA 5-20R Receptacles, 8 Outlets: Eight NEMA 5-20R outlets accommodate standard rack power cords across NVRs, switches, and servers. The receptacle type matches the input plug format — consistent across the power chain, which matters when you're sourcing PDU cables on a job site.
• Operating Temperature 32°–104°F (0°–40°C): Standard commercial operating envelope — covers server rooms, equipment closets, and climate-controlled security operations centers. Not rated for unheated spaces or outdoor enclosures; if the rack lives in a garage, warehouse loading dock, or unconditioned utility room that swings below freezing, address the environment before speccing this unit.

Integration and Compatibility

The FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32 is purpose-built for Middle Atlantic BGR series rolling rack enclosures in the 32-inch depth configuration. It drops in as the caster base, so the rack sits on the UPS rather than beside it — a meaningful space and cable-management advantage in dense security equipment rooms. Paired with a BGR rack enclosure, this gives you a single integrated system you can wheel into position, plug into a 20A circuit, and commission.

For network-managed power — remote outlet switching, UPS telemetry, graceful NVR shutdown on extended outage — add the UPX-RLNK-CARD. Without it, the unit operates as a standalone UPS with no IP interface. Most NVR and surveillance head-end deployments benefit from at least basic UPS network integration; budget the card in at design time rather than as a post-install add-on.

The 48 VDC output is worth evaluating against your specific rack load. DC-powered PoE switches and network gear that accept 48V input can run directly off that rail, reducing the total AC load on the inverter and extending effective runtime. Review your component power specs against the 2000VA / 2150VA-equivalent rating before finalizing the load plan — and note that TAA compliance is not supported on this SKU, which matters for federal, DoD, or GSA-contract deployments that require TAA-compliant power and UPS equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32 include network management capability out of the box?

A: No. Network management requires the separately purchased UPX-RLNK-CARD. Without it, the unit operates as a standalone line-interactive UPS with no IP interface or remote control.

Q: What rack series is the FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32 compatible with?

A: It is designed for the Middle Atlantic BGR series rolling rack enclosures in the 32-inch depth configuration. It mounts as the caster base of the BGR enclosure.

Q: What input power circuit does the FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32 require?

A: A dedicated 20-amp, 120 VAC circuit with a NEMA 5-20 receptacle. Do not use a 15-amp circuit or a standard 15A-to-20A adapter under load.

Q: Is the FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32 TAA compliant?

A: No. This SKU is explicitly listed as TAA non-compliant. It is not suitable for federal, DoD, or GSA-schedule procurements that require TAA-compliant equipment.

Q: What is the output voltage configuration of the FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32?

A: The unit outputs both AC (110–127 VAC) and DC (48 VDC). Eight NEMA 5-20R AC outlets are provided, plus the 48 VDC rail for compatible DC-input devices.

Q: How heavy is the FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32, and what payload can it support?

A: The unit weighs 155 lbs (70.3 kg) and supports up to 1100 lbs (499 kg) of rack payload. Confirm floor load ratings and elevator capacity before moving a fully loaded rack.

Jerry Tildsen

The FWD-CBS-2KVA-BGR32 is the configuration I spec when a client needs a mobile BGR rack with protected power and doesn't want a separate UPS shelf eating rack units — the caster-base form factor puts the 2000VA battery and inverter underneath the cabinet where it belongs, and the 1100 lb weight capacity means you're not compromising on what goes in the rack above it.

Technical Highlights:

• Line-Interactive Topology: Corrects voltage sags and surges in-line without switching to battery, which matters for NVR drives that log write errors during power transitions. You get cleaner AC to connected equipment without the heat penalty of double-conversion.
• Dual Output Rails (AC + 48 VDC): The 48 VDC output is underutilized on most installs but genuinely useful if your rack includes DC-native PoE injectors or 48V network gear — cuts one conversion stage and lowers heat load in the cabinet.
• Bank-Level Outlet Control: Eight NEMA 5-20R outlets with bank-level switching lets you define a boot sequence — network layer first, NVRs second — without needing the optional UPX-RLNK-CARD for basic sequencing logic.

Deployment Considerations:

• The 20A NEMA 5-20P input is non-negotiable — confirm a dedicated 20A branch circuit is available before the rack reaches the install site. On renovation jobs with legacy 15A wiring, this has to be caught in the site survey, not at commissioning.
• Network management is not included — the UPX-RLNK-CARD is a separate purchase. For any surveillance deployment where graceful NVR shutdown or remote power cycling is in scope, spec that card at the design stage; retrofitting it after the rack is deployed is straightforward but adds a truck roll.

This unit is the right call for corporate security operations centers and integrator staging rooms that use BGR rolling racks and need self-contained protected power — specifically where floor space is tight, the rack moves between locations, and keeping the UPS out of the usable rack column is a hard requirement.