Middle Atlantic Plgmd 5FT.SGL CRT 6IN.OC - BK20GB506

Middle Atlantic BK20GB506 Aluminum Plugmold Multioutlet Strip

Overview

The Middle Atlantic BK20GB506 is a 5 ft (1.5 m) black aluminum plugmold multioutlet strip with receptacles spaced at 6 in (15.2 cm) on-center. Designed for rack, wall, or raceway installations where consistent power distribution across multiple devices is required, this strip gives integrators a clean, code-friendly way to provision outlets along cable management runs, server rooms, and AV/security infrastructure closets. TAA compliance makes it a direct fit for government, federal agency, and public-sector projects where domestic sourcing requirements apply. If you're deploying Middle Atlantic rack and power infrastructure, the BK20GB506 slots naturally into existing Wiremold and Legrand raceway systems without adapters or custom cuts.

Key Features

• 5 ft (1.5 m) run length: Long enough to span a standard 19-inch rack bay or a wall segment between studs without splicing — reduces field cuts and keeps installation clean. The 1.5 m length aligns with typical raceway bay heights so there's no wasted strip hanging past your enclosure.
• 6 in (15.2 cm) receptacle spacing: Wide enough that standard transformer-style plug bodies don't block adjacent outlets. On a 5 ft strip at 6-inch spacing, you get approximately 9 usable outlet positions — enough for a dense row of IP camera power supplies, card access controllers, or switch accessory feeds without the daisy-chain mess.
• Black aluminum housing: Aluminum construction dissipates heat more effectively than PVC alternatives and holds up to incidental contact in busy wiring closets. The black finish blends cleanly into most rack and raceway color schemes without standing out as a field-installed afterthought.
• TAA compliant: Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements, which means it can be specified directly into GSA schedules, Department of Defense procurements, and state/municipal bids without sourcing exceptions. If your project has a TAA checkbox, the BK20GB506 clears it.
• Plugmold form factor: The plugmold strip design integrates with Legrand/Wiremold raceway systems — surface-mount wire management that's common in commercial and light industrial builds. Outlets are recessed within the channel profile, keeping plug faces protected and cords routed cleanly along walls or rack sides.
• Single-circuit configuration: All outlets share one circuit feed, which simplifies wiring for low-draw device clusters. Keep total connected load within the branch circuit rating — don't stack high-draw UPS units or servers on a single strip.

Integration & Compatibility

The BK20GB506 is part of Middle Atlantic's plugmold line, sourced through the Legrand AV infrastructure portfolio. It mounts directly into Wiremold surface raceway channels or can be used as a standalone strip in rack enclosures and wall-mount applications. The 6-inch outlet spacing and standard plugmold footprint are compatible with the full range of power distribution accessories in the Legrand/Wiremold ecosystem — end fittings, cover plates, and mounting clips designed for this channel width. For rack power strip planning in security and AV closets, pair with appropriate branch circuit protection upstream; the BK20GB506 itself does not include surge suppression or circuit breakers. If your project requires individual outlet control or metered PDU functionality, step up to a managed rack PDU in the same product family. Refer to your rack and enclosure layout to confirm strip length against available rail space before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the BK20GB506 TAA compliant for federal procurement?

A: Yes. The BK20GB506 is TAA compliant, making it eligible for GSA schedule orders, DoD projects, and other federal or public-sector procurements that require Trade Agreements Act conformance.

Q: How many outlets does the BK20GB506 provide?

A: The evidence does not specify an exact outlet count. Based on the 5 ft (1.5 m) length and 6 in (15.2 cm) on-center spacing, the strip accommodates approximately 9 outlet positions along the run. Confirm the exact count from the manufacturer's product page before specifying for tight installations.

Q: What is the housing material and color?

A: The BK20GB506 features an aluminum housing in black finish, which provides durable heat dissipation and a clean appearance in rack and raceway environments.

Q: Does the BK20GB506 include surge protection?

A: Available evidence does not confirm surge suppression on this model. If surge protection is required, verify with the manufacturer or specify a Middle Atlantic PDU model with built-in surge suppression.

Q: What raceway systems is the BK20GB506 compatible with?

A: The BK20GB506 is a Legrand/Wiremold plugmold-format strip and is compatible with Wiremold surface raceway channels and Middle Atlantic rack power infrastructure. Standard plugmold end fittings and mounting clips for the matching channel width apply.

Marty Allison

The BK20GB506 is a straightforward piece of infrastructure, but the 6 in (15.2 cm) receptacle spacing is the spec that actually matters on the job. I've seen integrators order strips with 4-inch spacing and burn an afternoon repositioning bulky transformer plugs that block half the outlets — this model sidesteps that entirely.

Technical Highlights:

• 5 ft run length: At 1.5 m, this strip covers a standard rack bay height or a typical wall segment without any field cutting — saves time and keeps the installation looking intentional rather than patched together.
• 6-inch on-center spacing: Wide enough for side-by-side wall-wart or transformer-style power supplies without blocking adjacent positions — approximately 9 usable positions across the full 5 ft run.
• TAA compliance: Directly billable on federal and municipal contracts without sourcing exceptions — cuts a procurement step on government-funded physical security deployments.

Deployment Considerations:

• The aluminum housing handles incidental heat from tightly spaced power supplies better than PVC — useful in enclosed raceway runs where airflow is limited, but don't exceed the branch circuit rating for the connected load.
• This strip does not include surge suppression or individual outlet switching — if your design needs either, specify a managed PDU upstream rather than assuming the BK20GB506 covers it.

Best fit for government or municipal security closets where TAA compliance is a hard requirement and the device mix runs to IP camera supplies, access control readers, and low-draw network gear — scenarios where a clean 5 ft black strip at 6-inch spacing handles the outlet count without a managed PDU's cost overhead.