Middle Atlantic RFR-1628A3 16RU Reference Furniture Rack — Asian Night
Overview
The RFR-1628A3 is a 16RU freestanding furniture rack from Middle Atlantic's RFR Reference series, finished in Asian Night wood laminate. At 28.25 inches deep with 23.31 inches of usable depth, it accommodates full-depth NVRs, amplifiers, and patch panels without forcing cable management compromises. The 350 lb UL-rated load capacity handles dense equipment loads — a fully populated NVR shelf with drives, a UPS module, and multiple 1U appliances won't approach that ceiling. Monitor mounting support is built in, making this a practical fit for security operations rooms, AV control suites, and executive briefing environments where exposed rack rails are not acceptable. The rack and rack equipment category includes additional enclosure options if open-frame or vented alternatives better match your deployment. For Middle Atlantic's broader enclosure and furniture lineup, see the Middle Atlantic catalog.
Compatibility
The RFR-1628A3 accepts any 19-inch panel-width equipment — standard across network video recorders, managed PoE switches, uninterruptible power supplies, and 1U/2U security appliances. The 10-32 threaded rail system is the dominant standard in commercial AV and security infrastructure; cage-nut-based equipment requires a 10-32 adapter. Usable height is 28 inches (16 RU at 1.75 inches each), so verify your equipment RU count before ordering — a mix of 2U NVR, 1U switch, 1U UPS, and patch panel will consume 5–7 RU quickly. For deeper equipment (servers exceeding 24 inches), confirm against the 23.31-inch usable depth. If your installation requires a power and UPS solution integrated into the same enclosure, plan RU allocation accordingly.
Installation Notes
Shipping weight is 134 lbs — plan for two-person delivery placement. The wood construction means this rack is not rated for environments with sustained high humidity or direct moisture exposure; deploy in climate-controlled rooms only. Width of 27.3 inches and height of 35 inches should be confirmed against doorway clearances before delivery to finished rooms.
