Middle Atlantic NM Flex Pancake 5FT.1400 - BK1400-5

Middle Atlantic BK1400-5 Non-Metallic Pancake Overfloor Raceway — 5 ft

Overview

The Middle Atlantic BK1400-5 is a low-profile, non-metallic pancake overfloor raceway designed to route and protect cabling across finished floors without the trip hazard or installation complexity of conduit runs or under-floor pathways. At just 0.63 inches tall and 3 inches wide, this 5-foot section sits nearly flush to the surface — the go-to solution when you need to cross a doorway threshold, a finished tile floor, or a carpeted area with copper or low-voltage cable while keeping the installation clean and code-aware.

Part of the Middle Atlantic cable management line, the BK1400-5 is TAA-compliant, which matters on government, federal, and public-sector projects where procurement compliance is a hard requirement — not an afterthought. The black finish blends into dark commercial flooring without standing out, and the non-metallic construction eliminates corrosion concerns in humid or light-moisture environments like lobbies, atriums, and covered entryways.

Key Features

• 0.63 in (1.6 cm) Profile Height: At under two-thirds of an inch tall, this raceway clears most door sweeps and ADA-compliant threshold transitions without modification. Pedestrian traffic rolls right over it — no ramp adapters required in most applications.
• 3 in (7.6 cm) Channel Width: Wide enough to handle multiple runs of Cat6, low-voltage control wiring, or thin coax side-by-side. In a cable management run crossing a lobby, this width gives you routing flexibility without needing to stack separate raceways.
• 5 ft (1.5 m) Length per Section: Each BK1400-5 covers 5 feet. For longer runs, sections are designed to link together — plan your total run length and order sections accordingly. A single section handles most doorway-to-outlet crossings without a joint.
• Non-Metallic Construction: The NM body won't corrode in damp lobbies or covered outdoor-adjacent entries, and it won't conduct electricity if a cable inside develops a fault — relevant for low-voltage security and AV installs where grounding the raceway itself is undesirable.
• TAA Compliant: The BK1400-5 meets Trade Agreements Act requirements, making it eligible for GSA schedule procurement, federal installations, and public-sector contracts where TAA compliance is a bid condition. Verify TAA status at the contract level, but the product itself qualifies.
• Black Finish: Matches dark commercial flooring, carpet transitions, and rubber threshold strips without requiring paint or wrap. In retail or hospitality environments where aesthetics matter, this is easier to specify than grey or white alternatives that require color-matching.

Integration & Compatibility

The BK1400-5 is a passive overfloor raceway — it has no electrical or data components, so compatibility is determined by your cable diameter and total bundle width rather than any protocol or system requirement. The 3-inch interior channel accommodates standard Cat5e/Cat6, RG59 coax, 18/2 or 22/4 low-voltage control cable, and similar runs typical in access control, IP camera, and AV distribution installs.

When planning a run that crosses a high-traffic area, pair this raceway with appropriate end ramps if your facility requires them for ADA compliance or if the 0.63-inch profile creates a tripping concern in your specific context — the raceway body itself does not include ramp accessories. Consult your local ADA threshold guidelines for the installation environment.

For longer floor crossings, plan section joints at low-traffic zones where possible. If you are routing alongside a PoE switch installation where cable runs cross open floor areas before reaching wall drops, the BK1400-5 provides a compliant, finished-looking solution that holds up to daily foot traffic without cracking or deforming under normal commercial loads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Middle Atlantic BK1400-5 TAA compliant for government and federal procurement?

A: Yes. The BK1400-5 is TAA compliant, making it eligible for GSA schedule and federal procurement projects where Trade Agreements Act compliance is a contract requirement.

Q: How tall is the BK1400-5 profile, and will it clear standard door sweeps?

A: The BK1400-5 stands 0.63 inches (1.6 cm) tall. This low-profile height clears most standard door sweeps and threshold transitions, though you should verify against your specific door hardware before installation.

Q: Can I connect multiple BK1400-5 sections for a longer run?

A: Each section covers 5 feet (1.5 m). Multiple sections can be linked end-to-end for longer runs. Plan your total required footage and order the appropriate number of sections.

Q: What cable types fit inside the BK1400-5?

A: The 3-inch (7.6 cm) wide channel accommodates standard low-voltage cable types including Cat5e, Cat6, RG59 coax, and typical security/AV control cable. Exact capacity depends on cable diameter and bundling — lay out your cable bundle against the 3-inch width before committing to the raceway count.

Q: Is the BK1400-5 metallic or non-metallic?

A: Non-metallic. The NM construction prevents corrosion in damp or humid environments and avoids unintended electrical conductivity — useful in low-voltage security and AV installations where grounding the raceway is not desired.

Q: What color is the BK1400-5?

A: Black. The black finish blends into dark commercial flooring and rubber threshold strips without requiring additional finishing work.

Marty Allison

The detail that decides whether the BK1400-5 works in your project is the 0.63-inch profile height — that single dimension determines whether this raceway clears your door hardware, satisfies your ADA threshold review, and survives daily foot traffic without cracking. On federal and public-sector jobs, the TAA compliance stamp is the other checkbox that often makes or breaks the spec.

Technical Highlights:

• 0.63 in Profile: Nearly flush to the floor surface — clears the vast majority of commercial door sweeps and threshold transitions without requiring ramp accessories in most standard installations.
• 3 in Channel Width: Fits multiple low-voltage runs side-by-side (Cat6, RG59, control cable) without stacking separate raceways across the same floor crossing.
• TAA Compliant: Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements — a hard procurement gate on GSA schedule, federal, and many state/local government contracts that non-compliant alternatives cannot satisfy.

Deployment Considerations:

• Each BK1400-5 covers exactly 5 feet — measure your floor crossing distance and order sections before the job. Joints mid-run are manageable but are best placed away from peak-traffic zones to avoid flex fatigue over time.
• The 0.63-inch height is not universally ADA-compliant without a ramp transition — check your local accessibility code for the specific threshold height limit in your jurisdiction before finalizing the install without ramps.

The BK1400-5 is the right call for a finished commercial lobby, a government facility entry, or any TAA-mandated low-voltage run where the floor crossing needs to look clean, stay durable, and clear compliance review without a conduit retrofit.