Middle Atlantic 24S3612GBA99IV Plugmold 20A 3-Outlet Steel Multioutlet Power Strip
Overview
The Middle Atlantic 24S3612GBA99IV is a 3-foot steel Plugmold multioutlet strip from the V2400 Series, configured with three duplex GBA outlets spaced at 12-inch on-center intervals. Purpose-built for structured AV and security rack installations where clean, organized power distribution matters, this strip keeps outlet positions predictable and wiring runs tight. TAA compliance makes it a straightforward procurement choice for government and federally funded projects where country-of-origin requirements apply. If you're wiring a rack enclosure or wall-mount installation and need reliable, code-addressable AC distribution without the complexity of a monitored PDU, the 24S3612GBA99IV fills that role efficiently.
Middle Atlantic's plugmold and rack power product line covers a range of outlet counts, strip lengths, and configurations — the 24S3612GBA99IV sits in the compact end of that range, suited to smaller enclosures, supplemental outlets in larger racks, or dedicated zones for low-draw devices like IP cameras, access control panels, and network switches in a rack power strip application.
Key Features
- 3-Foot (0.9 m) Strip Length: At 36 inches, this strip fits comfortably in standard 2-post and 4-post open-frame racks without overhang. Shorter than full-rack PDUs, it's also useful as a supplemental strip in an existing enclosure where only a few additional outlets are needed — you're not paying for 8 or 12 outlets when 3 will do.
- Three Duplex GBA Outlets at 12-Inch On-Center Spacing: The GBA device configuration places outlets every 12 inches along the 36-inch body, giving each outlet breathing room for larger wall-wart or brick-style plugs that would block adjacent outlets on a tightly spaced strip. For PoE injectors, small UPS units, or AC-powered access control readers, this spacing prevents plug crowding that's common on consumer-grade power strips.
- TAA Compliant: Products subject to the Trade Agreements Act requirement — federal government orders, GSA schedule purchases, DoD and DHS deployments — can proceed with this strip without a country-of-origin waiver. If your project is federally funded or follows government procurement rules, TAA compliance is a binary gate; the 24S3612GBA99IV clears it.
- Steel V2400 Series Construction: The V2400 Series uses a steel housing rather than thermoplastic, which holds its shape better in rack environments where adjacent equipment radiates heat. Steel construction also contributes to cleaner EMI shielding compared to plastic alternatives — relevant in enclosures that also house sensitive RF or low-voltage cabling.
- 20A Circuit Rating: Rated for a 20-amp circuit, this strip can handle the sustained draw of multiple devices without nuisance tripping that plagues 15A strips wired into 20A commercial circuits. Confirm your branch circuit is 20A and wired with appropriate 12 AWG conductors to take full advantage of the rating.
- Middle Atlantic Ecosystem Compatibility: Designed to integrate with Middle Atlantic rack enclosures and raceway systems, the strip mounts cleanly into standard Plugmold raceways for in-wall or surface-mount applications — useful for distributed AV installations, security head-end rooms, or IT closets where rack real estate is shared with power infrastructure.
Integration & Compatibility
The 24S3612GBA99IV is a passive power distribution strip — it has no network interface, no metering, and no switching. It integrates with any installation that requires standard 120V AC outlets on a 20A branch circuit. For network switches, NVRs, IP camera local power, and access control hardware that draws standard AC power, this strip provides the outlet count and physical form to keep wiring organized inside or alongside a rack. It is not a substitute for a monitored or managed PDU where remote outlet control or current metering is required — for those applications, look at Middle Atlantic's managed PDU line. The GBA outlet configuration works with standard NEMA 5-15 and 5-20 plugs; verify your devices' plug types before specifying. TAA compliance aligns with TAA-compliant security hardware procurement workflows, simplifying single-vendor ordering on government contracts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Middle Atlantic 24S3612GBA99IV TAA compliant?
A: Yes. The 24S3612GBA99IV carries TAA compliance, making it eligible for federal government procurement, GSA schedule orders, and projects with country-of-origin requirements under the Trade Agreements Act.
Q: How many outlets does the 24S3612GBA99IV have, and how are they spaced?
A: The strip has three duplex GBA outlets spaced at 12 inches on-center along its 36-inch (3 ft) body. The 12-inch spacing gives each outlet room for larger plug adapters or power bricks without blocking adjacent positions.
Q: What is the circuit rating for the 24S3612GBA99IV?
A: The 24S3612GBA99IV is rated for a 20-amp circuit. Ensure your branch circuit is wired accordingly with 12 AWG conductors and a 20A breaker to use the full rated capacity.
Q: Can the 24S3612GBA99IV be used in a Middle Atlantic rack enclosure?
A: Yes. It is part of Middle Atlantic's V2400 Series Plugmold lineup, designed to mount within Middle Atlantic raceway and enclosure systems. It is also suitable as a standalone surface-mount strip in IT closets or head-end rooms.
Q: Does the 24S3612GBA99IV have surge protection or circuit breakers?
A: The available specifications do not confirm built-in surge suppression or a circuit breaker on this model. If surge protection is required, specify a separate surge-protected PDU or add a panel-level surge suppressor upstream.
Q: What plug types does the 24S3612GBA99IV support?
A: The GBA device configuration accommodates standard NEMA 5-15 and 5-20 plugs. Verify your connected devices use compatible plug types before ordering.
The 24S3612GBA99IV is a straightforward workhorse strip — three GBA duplex outlets across 36 inches at 12-inch on-center spacing — and that spacing detail is the one I tell integrators to pay attention to. Brick-style power supplies and PoE injectors are common culprits for outlet blocking on tighter strips; the 12-inch pitch here eliminates that problem without requiring a longer strip or a higher outlet count than the application needs.
Technical Highlights:
- Three Duplex GBA Outlets: Delivers exactly three powered positions in a 36-inch run — right-sized for small secondary zones or supplemental power in partially populated racks, so you're not leaving five unused outlets in a strip that outgrew the job.
- 20A Circuit Rating: Handles the sustained draw that 15A strips can't, making this suitable for commercial branch circuits that serve mixed AV and security loads without nuisance trips during peak draw.
- TAA Compliance: Clears the binary procurement gate for federal and government-funded installs — no variance paperwork, no substitution requests mid-project.
Deployment Considerations:
- The 3-foot strip length fits most standard rack enclosures cleanly, but verify your raceway or enclosure mounting channel accepts V2400 Series hardware before ordering — Middle Atlantic makes multiple series with different mounting profiles.
- No surge suppression or breaker is documented for this model; for installations where transient protection is required (near HVAC or elevator circuits), add upstream surge protection at the panel or specify a PDU with built-in suppression.
This strip is well-suited for a government or institutional security head-end room where TAA compliance is mandatory, outlet count is modest, and plug crowding from power bricks needs to be controlled — a surveillance equipment closet powering an NVR, a managed switch, and a UPS charge circuit is a natural fit.
