Middle Atlantic NM Flex Pancake 5FT.1200 - BE1200-5

Middle Atlantic BE1200-5 Non-Metallic Pancake Overfloor Raceway, 5 ft

Overview

The Middle Atlantic BE1200-5 is a 5-foot section of the 1200 Series non-metallic pancake overfloor raceway — a low-profile floor cable management solution designed for commercial environments where cables must cross open floor space without creating trip hazards or requiring core drilling. At just 0.44 inches tall and 2.5 inches wide, the BE1200-5 lies nearly flush with the floor surface, making it a practical fit for conference rooms, classrooms, open office areas, and security operations centers where AV, network, or low-voltage cabling needs a clean, code-compliant path. TAA compliance makes it a straightforward specification for government facilities and federally funded projects. For integrators working across the broader Middle Atlantic raceway and cable management catalog, the BE1200-5 fits within a modular family designed for consistent, professional-looking installations.

Key Features

• 0.44 in (1.1 cm) ride height: At under half an inch tall, this raceway sits low enough that foot traffic rolls over it rather than catching on it — a meaningful difference in high-traffic corridors versus taller raceway profiles that create a genuine tripping edge. Pair it with a non-slip base or carpet tape in heavily trafficked areas.
• 2.5 in (6.4 cm) internal width: Wide enough to route multiple low-voltage runs — think a Cat6 data cable alongside a security camera power lead or an HDMI run — without forced bends that degrade signal or crack jacket insulation over time. Measure your cable bundle diameter before committing: 2.5 in is generous for 2-4 cables but may constrain dense multi-cable pulls in a single channel.
• 5 ft (1.5 m) section length: Each BE1200-5 section covers 5 feet, so a typical 15-foot room crossing takes three sections joined end-to-end. Planning your section count upfront avoids mid-project shortfalls and keeps seam lines predictable on finished floors.
• Non-metallic (NM) construction: Non-metallic raceway won't corrode in humid environments, won't conduct electricity if a conductor contacts the housing, and won't scratch hardwood or polished concrete floors. It's also lighter to handle during installation than steel alternatives — relevant when you're routing across large open areas and need to reposition sections during fit-out.
• Beige color finish: The beige finish blends with standard commercial carpet tile and light-colored hard flooring. If your installation environment uses a different floor tone, verify the color match before ordering — raceway that contrasts with the floor surface draws attention and may not meet aesthetic requirements for client-facing spaces.
• TAA Compliant: The BE1200-5 meets Trade Agreements Act requirements, qualifying it for U.S. federal government procurement, GSA schedule projects, and contracts with TAA compliance mandates. Specifying compliant cable management products at the outset avoids substitution issues during government project closeouts.

Integration and Compatibility

The BE1200-5 is part of Middle Atlantic's 1200 Series non-metallic overfloor raceway system. Multiple sections connect end-to-end for longer runs; the system also supports couplers, elbows, T-connectors, and end caps (sold separately) to route around obstacles or branch to multiple destinations. Verify compatible 1200 Series fittings when designing a non-straight run — mixing series or generation can result in mismatched channel profiles that don't seal cleanly at joints.

This raceway is sized for low-voltage applications: structured cabling (Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A), coax, HDMI, DisplayPort, and security camera leads all fit comfortably within the 2.5-inch channel. It is not rated for line-voltage (120V/240V) conductors under most electrical codes — confirm local NEC requirements with your AHJ before routing power conductors. For installations involving IP security cameras or AV endpoints, this raceway provides a clean, inspection-ready cable path from wall outlet to device without open-cable exposure.

For longer permanent cable runs where aesthetics and durability are priorities, consider structured cabling pathways such as surface-mount raceways or in-wall solutions. The BE1200-5 is the right tool when permanence is secondary to speed of deployment and floor surface preservation — temporary configurations, leased spaces, or retrofit installs where core drilling isn't an option.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Middle Atlantic BE1200-5 TAA compliant for government projects?

A: Yes. The BE1200-5 is TAA compliant, qualifying it for U.S. federal procurement and contracts requiring Trade Agreements Act compliance.

Q: How tall is the BE1200-5, and will it create a trip hazard?

A: The BE1200-5 is 0.44 inches (1.1 cm) tall. This low-profile design minimizes trip risk compared to taller raceway options, though any floor raceway should be secured properly and placed where foot traffic can be managed.

Q: What is the internal width of the BE1200-5 channel?

A: The channel is 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) wide — sufficient for routing several low-voltage cables such as Cat6, coax, or security camera leads side by side.

Q: How many sections do I need for a 15-foot floor crossing?

A: Each BE1200-5 section is 5 feet (1.5 m) long, so a 15-foot run requires three sections connected end-to-end using compatible 1200 Series couplers.

Q: Can the BE1200-5 be used with line-voltage (120V) power cables?

A: The BE1200-5 is designed for low-voltage cabling. Routing line-voltage conductors in non-metallic raceway may not be permitted under local electrical codes — consult your AHJ and verify NEC requirements before use with power conductors.

Q: What color is the BE1200-5, and can it be painted?

A: The BE1200-5 is beige. The manufacturer's documentation does not address painting — verify with Middle Atlantic technical support before applying paint, as surface treatment may affect fit with system fittings.

Marty Allison

The BE1200-5 comes up regularly on retrofit security and AV installs where you can't touch the floor structure — that 0.44-inch ride height is the number that matters most. I've seen integrators lose bids over raceway that looked fine on paper but sat 0.75 inches off the floor in a high-traffic lobby; the BE1200-5 (often searched as BE1200 5) avoids that problem by keeping the profile genuinely low.

Technical Highlights:

• 0.44 in ride height: The lowest-profile dimension in practical floor raceway — at 1.1 cm, it's less than half the height of typical 1-inch alternatives, which meaningfully reduces the tripping edge in ADA-sensitive or high-foot-traffic commercial spaces.
• 2.5 in channel width: At 6.4 cm across, you can run Cat6A alongside a camera power lead and still have room for a third cable without forcing tight bends that degrade performance or crack jacket insulation under repeated foot compression.
• TAA compliance: Confirmed TAA-compliant status means you can specify this on federal or state government projects without a last-minute substitution scramble — it's on the spec sheet, not just implied by country of origin.

Deployment Considerations:

• At 5 ft per section, plan your seam placement before you start — seams at doorway thresholds or under chair legs are high-stress points; position joints where compression and pivot loads are lowest.
• Beige is the only available color for this SKU; if your floor is dark or heavily patterned, the contrast may not meet the client's finish standard — confirm the color before ordering rather than after delivery.

The BE1200-5 is the right specification for leased commercial spaces, SOC buildouts on raised-access floors, and conference room AV retrofits where drilling isn't on the table and the cable path needs to pass a facilities inspection on first review.