Middle Atlantic ORI 9/16 Simple Slope 2 Charcoal Gray - AUO22SS2G2CHG

Middle Atlantic AUO22SS2G2CHG ORI Simple Slope 2 Acoustic Ceiling Tile, Charcoal Gray

Overview

The Middle Atlantic AUO22SS2G2CHG is a 2' x 2' acoustic ceiling tile from the ORI Acoustic Ceiling Tile system, finished in Charcoal Gray and built around a Simple Slope 2 profile. Designed for commercial AV and technology spaces — conference rooms, control rooms, network operations centers, and boardrooms — it drops directly into standard 9/16" exposed-tee (layin) grid systems with no special hardware, no custom framing, and no ceiling modification. If you're specifying ceiling treatments for a room that also carries racks, AV systems, or structured cabling infrastructure, this tile is engineered to integrate with that environment rather than fight it.

The Simple Slope 2 profile geometry provides a purposeful, angular surface — not a flat drop-in — which contributes to diffusion and the visual language of a finished technical space. Paired with the Middle Atlantic product line, it complements rack furniture and AV enclosures from the same manufacturer, making room-wide coherence straightforward for integrators specifying complete environments.

Key Features

• 2' x 2' Layin Format (9/16" T-Bar Compatible): The AUO22SS2G2CHG installs into any standard 9/16" exposed-tee suspended ceiling grid — the most common commercial grid spec in North America. No adapter, no modification. If your ceiling grid is already in, this tile drops in during or after room build-out, which matters when you're coordinating with general contractors on a tight schedule.
• PET Felt Construction (100% Polyester): The tile material is 100% PET felt — a polyester fiber used specifically for its acoustic and aesthetic properties in commercial interiors. PET felt resists sagging, holds its shape over time, and does not require the same humidity controls as mineral fiber tiles, making it appropriate for mechanically conditioned spaces common in server-adjacent rooms. It is also a common choice where sustainability certifications matter to the end client.
• Simple Slope 2 Profile Geometry: The Simple Slope 2 profile is a sculpted, angled surface — not a flat tile. The slope geometry affects how sound reflects off the ceiling plane, introducing diffusion rather than a flat hard reflection. For rooms where speech intelligibility matters (huddle rooms, videoconferencing spaces, command centers), the surface geometry contributes to a more controlled acoustic environment versus a standard flat mineral fiber tile.
• Charcoal Gray Finish: The Charcoal Gray color integrates with the darker finish language common in technical and control room environments, where black rack furniture, dark flooring, and low-reflectance surfaces are the norm. If your room design calls for a lighter ceiling to increase perceived brightness, this color is not the right choice — review the ORI tile color options in the AV furniture and mounts category for alternatives.
• Compact 2" Profile Depth: At 2 inches tall (5.1 cm), the tile's profile fits within standard ceiling plenum clearances without consuming significant overhead space. In rooms with constrained plenum depth — common in retrofit projects — this low-profile form factor reduces the risk of conflicts with existing HVAC, conduit, or cable tray runs above the grid.
• Commercial-Grade Material Consistency: PET felt at this specification is a commercial-grade material used in architectural acoustics. It is not a consumer product or an office supply; it is specified by AV designers and integrators working to room acoustic standards. Consistent material quality across tiles matters when covering large ceiling grids — color and texture uniformity is a design and client-satisfaction consideration on finished installs.

Integration & Compatibility

The AUO22SS2G2CHG is sized for the 2' x 2' (60.33 x 60.33 cm) grid module and mounts via 9/16" layin — the standard exposed-tee profile used in the vast majority of commercial suspended ceiling installations in North America. If your project uses a 15/16" grid, this tile will not seat correctly; confirm your grid T-bar width before ordering. The ORI system is a Middle Atlantic product line, so it is designed to coordinate with Middle Atlantic rack furniture, credenzas, and AV enclosures for integrated room designs.

This tile does not require any electrical connection, data integration, or mounting hardware beyond the existing ceiling grid. It is a passive architectural element. If you are specifying a full acoustic treatment package alongside network video recorders, display systems, or other active AV infrastructure, plan the ceiling tile installation as part of the room finishing phase — after above-ceiling cabling and infrastructure are complete but before final room commissioning.

For integrators coordinating full room builds, pairing this ceiling treatment with appropriate AV mounting and furniture solutions from the same manufacturer simplifies procurement and ensures visual consistency across the finished space. Review your project's cable management plan before the ceiling is closed — tile access after the grid is fully loaded is limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What ceiling grid type is required for the AUO22SS2G2CHG?

A: The AUO22SS2G2CHG uses a 9/16" layin mounting method, which means it is designed for standard 9/16" exposed-tee suspended ceiling grids. If your project uses a 15/16" grid, this tile will not fit correctly. Confirm your grid specification before ordering.

Q: What are the dimensions of the AUO22SS2G2CHG?

A: The tile covers a 2' x 2' (60.33 x 60.33 cm) ceiling grid module. The tile profile itself is 2 inches (5.1 cm) in both height and width as the raised Simple Slope 2 surface geometry.

Q: What material is the AUO22SS2G2CHG made from?

A: It is constructed from PET felt — 100% polyester fiber — a commercial-grade acoustic material used in architectural interiors. It is not a mineral fiber or fiberglass tile.

Q: Can the AUO22SS2G2CHG be used in a server room or data center ceiling?

A: The tile is a passive architectural element with no electrical or environmental ratings specified in the manufacturer's data. It is designed for commercial AV and technology spaces such as conference rooms, control rooms, and boardrooms. For raised-floor data center environments with specific fire, humidity, or airflow tile requirements, verify the tile's suitability with your facilities team and local code requirements before specifying.

Q: Does the AUO22SS2G2CHG come in other colors or profiles?

A: The AUO22SS2G2CHG is specifically the Charcoal Gray finish with the Simple Slope 2 profile. The Middle Atlantic ORI Acoustic Ceiling Tile system includes additional color and profile options — review the full ORI line for alternatives that match your room design requirements.

Q: Is any additional hardware required to install the AUO22SS2G2CHG?

A: No additional hardware is required. The tile uses a standard layin installation method — it seats directly into the 9/16" exposed-tee grid without clips, fasteners, or adhesive. Ensure the ceiling grid is fully installed and level before placing the tiles.

Karl Wilson

When I spec acoustic ceiling treatments for integrated AV spaces, the grid compatibility question comes first — and the AUO22SS2G2CHG settles that immediately with its 9/16" layin format. Every standard commercial ceiling grid in a North American office or control room build uses that T-bar width, so this tile drops in without a conversation with the GC about custom framing or grid replacement. That's real installation time saved on a project where you're already coordinating rack delivery, above-ceiling cable runs, and room commissioning on overlapping timelines.

Technical Highlights:

• 9/16" Layin Mount: Direct compatibility with the dominant commercial ceiling grid standard in North America — no adapters, no modification, no coordination overhead with the ceiling contractor beyond standard tile placement sequencing.
• PET Felt (100% Polyester): Polyester fiber holds its geometry over time and tolerates the mechanical conditioning environments typical in technology rooms — no sagging, no delamination risk from humidity cycling that affects some mineral fiber tiles in HVAC-heavy spaces.
• Simple Slope 2 Profile at 2" Depth: The 2-inch profile height introduces surface geometry for diffusion without consuming significant plenum space — a meaningful constraint in retrofit projects where conduit, cable tray, and HVAC are already competing for overhead clearance.

Deployment Considerations:

• Install above-ceiling infrastructure — data cabling, power conduit, any cable tray — before seating the tiles. Once the grid is loaded with ORI tiles, above-ceiling access is awkward and risks dislodging adjacent panels.
• The Charcoal Gray finish is a deliberate choice for low-reflectance technical environments. If the room lighting design expects a high-reflectance ceiling to bounce ambient light, this color works against that goal — specify a lighter ORI color variant instead and verify against your lighting model before procurement.

The AUO22SS2G2CHG is the right specification for a control room, NOC, or executive briefing center where the ceiling finish needs to read as part of a designed technical environment — not a standard office drop ceiling. In those contexts, the Charcoal Gray and Simple Slope 2 geometry do exactly what the room design calls for.