Middle Atlantic Plgmd 2FT. SGL CRT 6IN OC - S20GB206

Middle Atlantic S20GB206 Plugmold 2 ft Single-Circuit Multioutlet Strip

Overview

The Middle Atlantic S20GB206 is a 2 ft (0.6 m) aluminum plugmold multioutlet strip with 6-inch (15.2 cm) receptacle spacing, finished in stainless steel. It is TAA compliant, making it eligible for federal procurement and government-contracted deployments. For integrators building out Middle Atlantic rack and enclosure systems or wiring structured AV and security infrastructure, this strip provides a clean, fixed-interval power distribution solution without the bulk of a full rack-mount PDU. The S20GB206 suits surface-mount runs along baseboards, under desktops, inside millwork, or inside shallow enclosures where vertical PDU depth is a problem.

Key Features

• 2 ft (0.6 m) Length: Compact footprint fits under-desk and in-cabinet runs without cutting excess wire slack — fewer managed tails in tight spaces like AV credenzas and security head-end closets.
• 6-Inch (15.2 cm) Receptacle Spacing: Outlets sit far enough apart to accommodate transformer-style power bricks side by side without blocking adjacent receptacles — a common frustration eliminated in densely powered AV racks and small equipment closets.
• Stainless Steel Finish: The stainless steel housing resists corrosion in light-industrial and commercial environments and presents a clean, professional appearance in exposed installations such as under-counter security station desks or open-rack builds.
• TAA Compliant: Manufactured in compliance with the Trade Agreements Act, the S20GB206 qualifies for GSA schedules and federal, state, and local government procurement — check your solicitation requirements before specifying a non-TAA strip on a government job.
• Power distribution without rack overhead: Surface-mount plugmold format means no rack ears, no U-space consumed, and no cable management overhead associated with standard 1U or 2U PDUs — right for small satellite equipment closets that do not justify a full rack.
• Fixed-Interval Outlet Layout: Predictable 6-inch spacing simplifies cable length planning during pre-build — you can calculate exact power cable runs per device before the rack arrives on site.

Integration and Compatibility

The S20GB206 is designed to integrate with Middle Atlantic rack accessories and surface raceway systems. The plugmold format is compatible with standard 20A branch circuits. Verify the branch circuit amperage and the aggregate load of connected devices before installation — the 2 ft strip with closely spaced outlets can fill quickly on a single 20A circuit if powering multiple high-draw devices. For larger deployments requiring more outlets or longer runs, evaluate longer plugmold variants in the same Middle Atlantic family. For rack-mount PDU alternatives, see rack power distribution units suited to 2-post and 4-post open-frame racks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the S20GB206 TAA compliant?

A: Yes. The S20GB206 is TAA compliant and eligible for use on government contracts subject to Trade Agreements Act requirements.

Q: What is the receptacle spacing on the S20GB206?

A: Receptacles are spaced 6 inches (15.2 cm) apart, providing enough clearance to install most plug-in transformer bricks without blocking adjacent outlets.

Q: How long is the S20GB206 plugmold strip?

A: The strip measures 2 ft (0.6 m) in length, making it suitable for under-desk, in-cabinet, and surface-mount runs in compact equipment spaces.

Q: What finish does the S20GB206 come in?

A: The S20GB206 is finished in stainless steel, which suits commercial and light-industrial environments where corrosion resistance and a clean appearance matter.

Q: Can the S20GB206 be used in a standard rack enclosure?

A: The plugmold format is a surface-mount strip, not a rack-mount PDU — it does not consume U-space and is typically installed inside an enclosure base, along a raceway, or under a desk surface rather than in a rack rail position.

Ted Perry

The S20GB206 is a product I specify when a job calls for TAA-compliant power distribution in a tight space where a 1U rack PDU would be overkill — the 2 ft stainless steel strip with 6-inch outlet spacing drops into an AV credenza or a shallow wall-mount enclosure cleanly, and the TAA compliance checkbox is already covered without any additional sourcing effort.

Technical Highlights:

• 6-Inch Outlet Spacing: At 15.2 cm between receptacles, you can park two standard wall-wart transformers side by side without the second one hanging in mid-air or blocking a third port — relevant on any installation where you are powering multiple small access control readers, intercoms, or AV signal processors from a single strip.
• 2 ft Run Length: The 0.6 m length is intentional — it is short enough to fit inside a Middle Atlantic under-desk or millwork enclosure without managing surplus strip and long enough to serve four to six devices depending on brick width.
• TAA Compliance: Confirmed TAA status means this strip can appear on a GSA order or a state government contract without triggering a compliance review — save the non-TAA alternatives for commercial-only jobs.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify that the aggregate load of all connected devices stays within the branch circuit rating before commissioning — the strip itself does not include overcurrent protection, so that responsibility sits with the upstream breaker.
• The stainless steel finish is durable but not a substitute for an appropriate enclosure if the strip will be installed in a location with regular physical contact or moisture exposure beyond normal commercial interior conditions.

This strip is the right call for a government facility AV or security head-end where TAA compliance is a hard requirement and the equipment count is low enough that surface-mount plugmold beats a full rack PDU on cost and install time.