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Middle Atlantic G20GB612 Aluminum Plugmold 6 ft Multi-Outlet Strip, 12-Inch Spacing

The Middle Atlantic G20GB612 is a 6 ft (1.8 m) aluminum plugmold multi-outlet strip designed for structured power distribution in rack enclosures, AV systems, and commercial security installations. With receptacles spaced 12 in (30.5 cm) on center along the full run, the G20GB612 gives integrators predictable outlet positioning that works with standard raceway mounting practices — no guesswork, no crowded adapters. TAA compliance makes it a straightforward choice for government, federal, and public-sector projects where Trade Agreements Act sourcing is a contract requirement. Browse the full Middle Atlantic product line for compatible enclosures, racks, and power management accessories.

Why This Strip Works for Commercial Installations

Power distribution in rack and AV environments is rarely glamorous, but getting it wrong means field callbacks, breaker trips, and equipment damage. The G20GB612 addresses the most common pain point in dense rack builds: outlet real estate. A 6 ft run with outlets at 12 in on center gives you six usable tap points spaced far enough apart that standard wall-wart power supplies — the kind that dominate security panel and network gear installations — don't block adjacent outlets. That's a detail that saves 20 minutes of rearranging at commissioning time and avoids the daisy-chained power-strip mess that gets flagged on inspection.

Gray finish integrates cleanly into standard equipment enclosures and open-frame racks without drawing attention. For commercial power distribution in visible or semi-exposed installations — AV closets, open-bay security head-end rooms, structured wiring cabinets — that matters more than most specs sheets acknowledge.

Key Features

• 6 ft (1.8 m) total length: Long enough to span a standard 19-inch or 23-inch rack bay from top to bottom, or run horizontally along the back of a structured wiring enclosure. At 6 ft you have flexibility to position the strip exactly where cable management dictates — not where a shorter strip forces you.
• 12 in (30.5 cm) receptacle spacing on center: Outlets at 12-inch intervals are spaced to accommodate transformer-based power supplies without blocking adjacent receptacles. In security and AV racks where plug-in adapters are common, this spacing is the practical difference between a clean installation and a capacity-halving outlet jam.
• TAA compliant: Sourced in compliance with the Trade Agreements Act, the G20GB612 qualifies for use on federal contracts, GSA schedules, and public-sector bids requiring TAA-compliant products. If your project has a TAA clause, this box is already checked — no substitution needed.
• Gray aluminum construction: The aluminum body is more than a cosmetic choice. Metal construction dissipates heat better than plastic alternatives in enclosed racks where ambient temperatures rise under load, and it survives the physical wear of integration work — tools, cable runs, and repeated handling — without the cracking or discoloration that plagues cheaper strips over time.
• Plugmold format for raceway or surface mounting: The plugmold profile is designed for direct surface mounting along a raceway, rack vertical, or wall stud — no separate housing required. This simplifies installation to a mount-and-wire operation, which matters on multi-enclosure jobs where every saved step compounds across 10 or 20 identical bays. For power accessory pairings including surge protection and UPS integration, Middle Atlantic's ecosystem offers directly compatible solutions.

Integration and Compatibility

The G20GB612 is sized and profiled to integrate with Middle Atlantic's rack and enclosure product family. The 6 ft length and plugmold format are standard across the lineup, which means mounting hardware, raceway covers, and companion rack enclosure accessories from Middle Atlantic are dimensionally compatible without field modification. For integrators running structured cabling and power in the same bay, the plugmold format keeps power outlets parallel to cable runs — cleaner than a freestanding strip and easier to document for as-built drawings.

TAA compliance aligns with procurement requirements on federal, state, and local government projects. If you're specifying power strips for a government security installation, a correctional facility, a transit authority head-end, or any project operating under a GSA contract, the G20GB612 satisfies the sourcing requirement without requiring a separate compliance review. Review the power distribution planning guide for rack power budgeting and outlet-count recommendations by installation type.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Middle Atlantic G20GB612 TAA compliant?

A: Yes. The G20GB612 is TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant, making it eligible for use on federal contracts, GSA schedules, and public-sector projects with TAA sourcing requirements.

Q: How many outlets does the G20GB612 provide?

A: The G20GB612 is 6 ft (1.8 m) long with receptacles spaced 12 in (30.5 cm) on center, which yields approximately 6 outlet positions along the full run.

Q: What color is the G20GB612?

A: Gray. The aluminum construction with gray finish integrates cleanly into standard rack enclosures and structured wiring cabinets.

Q: Can the G20GB612 be surface-mounted in a rack or enclosure?

A: Yes. The plugmold format is designed for direct surface or raceway mounting. No separate housing is required, and it is dimensionally compatible with Middle Atlantic rack and enclosure accessories.

Q: What is the receptacle spacing on the G20GB612?

A: Receptacles are spaced 12 in (30.5 cm) on center. This spacing is sufficient to accommodate most transformer-style plug-in power supplies without blocking adjacent outlets.

James Everett

The spec that actually drives the decision on the G20GB612 is the 12-inch receptacle spacing. On a 6 ft run that gives you roughly six independent outlet positions — and because they're on 12-inch centers rather than the tighter 6-inch spacing you see on residential-grade strips, transformer-block power supplies fit without consuming two slots. That's the real-world value in a security or AV rack context, and it's why I reach for this strip on projects where plug-in adapters are the norm.

Technical Highlights:

• 6 ft (1.8 m) run length: Spans a full rack bay vertically or fits comfortably along the rear horizontal of most structured wiring enclosures — no cutting, no extensions needed on standard installations.
• 12 in (30.5 cm) outlet spacing: Wide enough that dual-block transformers occupy only their own slot, preserving usable capacity across the strip. In dense rack builds this is the difference between six real outlets and three effectively usable ones.
• TAA compliance: Government and public-sector procurement often mandates TAA sourcing at the line-item level. Having TAA confirmed on the strip means one less compliance checkbox during submittal review.

Deployment Considerations:

• Plan outlet assignments before mounting. With 12-inch spacing, position the strip so the highest-draw devices (NVR, managed switch, UPS bypass) land near the center of the run, keeping cable dress symmetric and thermal load distributed.
• Verify your enclosure or raceway channel accepts the plugmold profile before ordering — Middle Atlantic's own rack lineup is designed around this format, but third-party enclosures vary. Confirm the mounting channel width matches the G20GB612's body dimensions during pre-installation review.

The G20GB612 is best suited for government facility security head-ends and transit authority equipment rooms where TAA compliance is a hard procurement requirement and rack power distribution needs to be documented, repeatable, and inspection-ready.