Middle Atlantic LBP-1A L-Shaped Horizontal Rack Lace Bar (10-Pack)
Overview
The Middle Atlantic LBP-1A is a 19-inch horizontal lace bar designed for structured cable management inside standard EIA-310 racks. Supplied in packs of 10, it gives installers an economical way to build consistent, serviceable cable routes across multiple rack units in a single order. The L-shaped cross-section provides a positive capture point for cable ties and hook-and-loop straps without requiring secondary hardware. For integrators building out rack systems for security, AV, or IT infrastructure, the LBP-1A (often searched as LBP 1A) belongs in every standard materials kit.
Key Features
- Full 19-Inch Rack Width: At exactly 19 in (48.3 cm), the LBP-1A spans the usable interior of a standard EIA rack without trimming or shimming. Cable bundles run cleanly from side to side with no gap at the edges.
- L-Shaped Profile for Positive Cable Capture: The L-shaped cross-section creates a ledge that keeps cable ties and hook-and-loop straps seated under load. Unlike flat bars, the L-profile prevents lateral strap migration when cable bundles shift during moves or maintenance.
- Zero Offset Design (0 in / 0°): The LBP-1A mounts flush — no forward or rearward projection, no angle. This matters in shallow racks and in positions immediately above or below dense patch panels where even a small offset would conflict with connector bodies.
- Minimal Rack Real Estate (0.5 in tall × 0.5 in deep): At half an inch in both height and depth, this bar occupies a negligible footprint. You can drop one in the gap between 1U appliances without sacrificing usable rack space, and it clears standard rear-mounted cable trays in most rack configurations.
- Two Mounting Points: Each bar mounts at two points — one on each side of the rack — providing a stable, symmetric anchor. This keeps the bar level under asymmetric cable loads, which matters when a heavy trunk of Cat6A or fiber enters from one side.
- 10-Piece Pack: The pack-of-10 format is deliberate. A typical 42U build requires 6–12 lace bars depending on horizontal cable density; ordering a 10-pack covers most builds in a single line item and reduces per-unit cost on high-count deployments such as security head-end rooms or structured cabling closets.
- Part of the Middle Atlantic cable management catalog: The LBP-1A is sourced from the Middle Atlantic horizontal cable management line, a series designed to integrate with Middle Atlantic rack frames without compatibility guesswork. Compatible with standard EIA-310 racks from other manufacturers as well.
Integration & Compatibility
The LBP-1A is compatible with any EIA-310-compliant 19-inch rack. Two-point mounting keeps installation simple — no tools beyond a standard screwdriver required. The zero-offset, flat-mount geometry makes it suitable for front-of-rack, mid-rack, or rear-of-rack positions without reconfiguring the bar orientation. Integrators pairing this with rack accessories such as cable rings, D-rings, or blanking panels will find the L-profile compatible with standard 1/4-inch hook-and-loop strap widths. For high-density cable environments like NVR head-end closets or access control panels, combining the LBP-1A with a horizontal cable management system keeps maintenance lanes clear and minimizes the risk of accidental pull-through during equipment swaps. The 10-pack quantity aligns with typical rack cable management bill-of-materials quantities for full-height 42U builds.
What's in the Box
- 10× Middle Atlantic LBP-1A L-Shaped Horizontal Lace Bars (19 in width)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many LBP-1A lace bars come in a single order?
A: Each package contains 10 individual LBP-1A lace bars. This is the standard pack quantity — plan your bill of materials accordingly for multi-rack builds.
Q: What rack width does the LBP-1A fit?
A: The LBP-1A is designed for standard 19-inch (48.3 cm) EIA-310 racks. It will not fit 23-inch or non-standard rack widths without modification.
Q: Does the LBP-1A project forward or rearward into the rack?
A: No. The LBP-1A has a zero offset (0 in) and a zero-degree offset angle, so it mounts completely flush. The bar itself is only 0.5 in deep, making it suitable for tight rack positions directly above or below patch panels and dense connector fields.
Q: Can the LBP-1A be used in a non-Middle Atlantic rack?
A: Yes. The two-point EIA-310-standard mounting works in any compliant 19-inch rack regardless of manufacturer. The bar dimensions (19 in wide, 0.5 in tall, 0.5 in deep) are not proprietary to Middle Atlantic frames.
Q: Is the LBP-1A suitable for fiber cable management?
A: The LBP-1A is a general-purpose horizontal lace bar; it can guide fiber runs but does not include bend-radius control features. For fiber-specific routing, pair it with dedicated fiber management accessories that enforce minimum bend radius. For copper (Cat6/Cat6A, power) runs, the L-profile and standard strap points are appropriate without additional hardware.
Q: What fastener or strap type works with the LBP-1A?
A: The L-shaped profile accepts standard hook-and-loop cable straps and zip ties. No proprietary fastener is required. Most integrators use hook-and-loop for serviceability and zip ties for permanent high-density bundles.
The LBP-1A's zero-offset geometry is the detail that gets overlooked until it matters — when you're trying to drop a lace bar directly above a 48-port patch panel in a shallow rack and every millimeter of clearance counts. At 0.5 in tall and 0.5 in deep with a true zero-offset mount, the LBP-1A fits exactly where flat-bar alternatives with even a slight forward projection won't. I keep a 10-pack on the shelf for every security head-end build.
Technical Highlights:
- Zero Offset (0 in / 0°): Flush mount means no conflict with rear-mounted cable trays or front-of-rack connector bodies — critical in 2-post open-frame rack configurations where clearance is tight on both sides.
- 0.5 in × 0.5 in Cross-Section: Small enough to slip into the gap between two 1U appliances without consuming a dedicated rack unit. Most installers treat it as a zero-U item in their rack planning.
- Pack of 10 at 19 in each: A full 42U head-end rack with medium cable density typically needs 8–10 lace bars distributed across the run. One package covers that build in a single SKU, which matters when you're kitting for multiple rack installs simultaneously.
Deployment Considerations:
- The two-point mount is symmetric and straightforward, but confirm your rack has usable mounting holes at both sides at the intended position — in partially populated racks with cage nut strips that stop short of the top or bottom, you may need to shift the bar one unit up or down.
- The L-profile is a lace bar, not a strain-relief bar. It routes and organizes cable bundles; it does not substitute for proper strain relief at equipment ports. Heavy trunk bundles should still be tied back to a dedicated strain-relief bar or cable manager further up the rack.
For security head-end closets where an NVR stack, PoE switches, and an access control panel all share a single 42U rack, the LBP-1A is the right tool for keeping those three cable runs separated and serviceable without burning rack units on dedicated 1U cable managers. Order one pack per rack as a baseline; spec two packs for dense multi-system builds.
