Middle Atlantic Primary Attached 3 O/l MAG - MDSA10-MG

Middle Atlantic MDSA10-MG Modular Surface Power Unit

Overview

The Middle Atlantic MDSA10-MG is a primary attached modular power unit designed for surface-mount integration within Middle Atlantic rack furniture and credenza systems. With three 5-15R outlets and a 3 ft (0.9 m) cord, it delivers clean, organized power distribution directly at the rack or console — eliminating the cable clutter that comes from running extension cords to wall outlets behind installed furniture. If you're commissioning a Middle Atlantic furniture build or AV rack enclosure and need a clean primary power feed, the MDSA10-MG is the purpose-built attachment for that application. It ships in magnesium finish, matching the ModPower modular surface-power line's standard color palette for finished installations.

This unit is part of the broader power distribution accessories category designed for AV, security, and IT rack environments where aesthetics and cable management matter as much as function.

Key Features

• Three 5-15R Outlets: Standard North American 15A receptacles cover the typical mix of equipment found in an AV console or security credenza — NVRs, control processors, network switches, and monitors — without requiring an adapter or separate power strip. Three outlets keeps the footprint compact while covering most single-rack-section builds. For denser power requirements, additional ModPower units can be attached in the same furniture run.
• 3 ft (0.9 m) Attached Cord: The integrated 3 ft cord is sized for in-furniture routing — long enough to reach a wall outlet or in-wall power feed from a standard credenza installation, short enough to route cleanly without excess cord bundled behind the unit. If your wall outlet is more than roughly 2–3 ft from the furniture's power entry point, plan for an in-wall circuit extension rather than a cord extender.
• Primary Attached Configuration: The MDSA10-MG (sometimes searched as MDSA10 MG) is configured as a primary unit — meaning it mounts as the lead power intake for the modular system. This is the unit you attach first; additional modular expansion outlets in the Middle Atlantic ModPower line can connect off it to add capacity as the furniture system grows.
• Magnesium Finish: The magnesium color integrates cleanly into Middle Atlantic's standard furniture palette. In a visible or semi-visible installation — open credenzas, below-desk deployments, or AV presentation furniture — finish consistency matters to end clients and facilities managers. This unit won't look like an afterthought bolted onto a finished system.
• Surface-Mount Design: Built for direct surface attachment to Middle Atlantic furniture, not for rack-unit mounting. This keeps power access at the work surface or equipment shelf level rather than consuming rack units inside an enclosed bay — relevant for operator stations, security consoles, and dispatch furniture where surface-accessible outlets are a workflow requirement.
• North American Market Only: The MDSA10-MG is not rated for international use. If your project ships to non-North American sites, specify the appropriate international variant from the Middle Atlantic ModPower catalog instead.

Integration and Compatibility

The MDSA10-MG is purpose-built for the Middle Atlantic ModPower modular surface-power system. It is intended for use within Middle Atlantic AV and security furniture — credenzas, operator consoles, and rack enclosures in the product line. Compatibility with non-Middle Atlantic furniture is not specified by the manufacturer; verify fit against your specific furniture system before ordering.

For installations requiring more than three outlets at a single surface location, the modular architecture of the Middle Atlantic power system allows additional outlet modules to be added — review the current Middle Atlantic ModPower expansion module lineup to confirm which units are compatible with this primary attachment. When planning power capacity for a security NVR or multi-device rack build, confirm total load against the circuit supplying this unit; the 5-15R receptacle is rated for standard 15A North American circuits.

Cord management within the furniture run should be planned at the rough-in stage. The 3 ft cord gives limited reach, so the wall outlet or in-wall power feed location relative to the furniture's power entry point should be confirmed before installation day. Retrofitting a power circuit after furniture is fully assembled and dressed is significantly more labor-intensive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What receptacle type does the MDSA10-MG use?

A: The MDSA10-MG uses 5-15R receptacles — standard North American 15A/125V outlets. All three outlets on this unit are the same type.

Q: How long is the power cord on the MDSA10-MG?

A: The attached cord is 3 ft (0.9 m). This is sized for in-furniture routing to a nearby wall outlet; it is not intended to span large distances. Plan your in-wall circuit location accordingly.

Q: Can the MDSA10-MG be used internationally?

A: No. The MDSA10-MG is listed as not available internationally. It is a North American market product configured for standard North American circuits and receptacle types.

Q: Is the MDSA10-MG a standalone power strip or part of a modular system?

A: It is a primary unit within the Middle Atlantic ModPower modular surface-power system, designed to attach to Middle Atlantic furniture. Additional ModPower expansion modules can be added to increase outlet count in the same installation.

Q: What color is the MDSA10-MG?

A: Magnesium — a neutral mid-tone finish that integrates with Middle Atlantic's standard furniture color palette.

Jerry Tildsen

The MDSA10-MG is one of those components that gets overlooked in the design phase and becomes a problem on install day — specifically, that 3 ft (0.9 m) attached cord. If you haven't confirmed your in-wall circuit stub location relative to the furniture power entry point before the crew shows up, you're looking at an unplanned conduit extension or, worse, a daisy-chained cord that your client's facilities manager is going to flag immediately.

Technical Highlights:

• 3 x 5-15R Outlets: Three standard 15A receptacles handle the typical load at a security or AV console position — NVR, managed switch, and a monitor or control processor — without requiring a separate power strip or adapter.
• Primary Attached Architecture: The MDSA10-MG anchors the ModPower chain as the lead intake unit. If the installation will eventually need more than three outlets at this surface location, spec the expansion modules now — retrofitting inside finished furniture is time-consuming.
• Magnesium Finish: Finish matching to Middle Atlantic's furniture line is not cosmetic pedantry — on operator consoles and dispatch stations where the furniture face is visible to end users, mismatched hardware finishes generate callbacks. The magnesium color is the right call for standard Middle Atlantic builds.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm the wall outlet or in-wall power stub is within 3 ft of the furniture's power entry point before rough-in is complete — the MDSA10-MG's cord does not accommodate longer runs, and there is no field-extension option on this unit.
• This unit is North American market only (not rated for international use); if the project ships overseas, specify the correct international ModPower variant at the design stage, not after equipment arrives on site.

The MDSA10-MG is the right primary power attachment for a Middle Atlantic credenza or operator console build on a standard North American 15A circuit — particularly on security dispatch stations, NOC positions, or AV presentation furniture where surface outlet access and finish consistency are both requirements.