Middle Atlantic Single Comm/power Alum 1 - 830CKTCAL-1

Middle Atlantic 830CKTCAL-1 Single-Gang Comm/Power Aluminum Cover Plate

Overview

The Middle Atlantic 830CKTCAL-1 is a single-gang aluminum communications and power cover plate engineered for the Modulink 880MP concrete floor box series. At just 0.5 in (1.3 cm) tall with a 3.25 in (8.3 cm) width and 4.25 in (10.8 cm) depth, it sits flush at floor level — keeping AV, data, and power terminations accessible without creating a trip hazard or an eyesore in finished commercial spaces. If you are outfitting a conference room floor box, a lobby kiosk station, or an open-plan workspace with structured cabling access points, the 830CKTCAL-1 (often searched as 830CKTCAL 1) is the cover plate that closes out the installation cleanly.

Middle Atlantic, part of the Legrand AV portfolio, builds this plate for commercial integrators who need finish hardware that holds up to repeated daily use. Aluminum construction means it resists the flex and cracking that plastic covers develop over time in high-traffic zones. For more options across the Middle Atlantic product line, including rack systems and power management, the full catalog covers most structured AV and security infrastructure needs.

Key Features

• Aluminum construction: Metal cover plates outlast plastic in commercial floor box applications where foot traffic and rolling equipment are daily realities. The aluminum finish also matches the professional aesthetic expected in boardrooms and lobbies.
• Single-gang layout (3.25 in × 4.25 in footprint): Sized for a single communications or power module insert — the right choice when the floor box position only needs one service point. If you need two or more, evaluate the multi-gang variants in the 880MP family before committing.
• Low-profile 0.5 in height: Half an inch of rise at floor level is the difference between a compliant ADA-friendly installation and a liability. This profile keeps the cover flush enough for most commercial finished-floor applications.
• Designed for the Modulink 880MP concrete floor box system: Purpose-built fitment means no field-cutting, no adapters, and no misaligned cutouts. Drop it in, secure it, and the finish work is done.
• TAA compliance status: Not TAA compliant: This plate does not meet Trade Agreements Act requirements. If your project is a federal government contract or requires TAA-compliant products throughout, source an alternative before spec'ing this part.

Integration and Compatibility

The 830CKTCAL-1 is designed specifically for the Legrand AV Modulink 880MP floor box series. Verify your floor box model before ordering — cover plates are not universally interchangeable across floor box families. This plate accepts single-gang communications or power inserts; the specific insert modules (keystones, duplex receptacles, data jacks) are ordered separately and depend on your termination requirements. For structured AV infrastructure projects that include cable management, rack mounting, or power distribution, the broader Middle Atlantic and Legrand AV ecosystem covers those adjacent needs.

Installation Notes

Installation drops into an existing 880MP concrete floor box rough-in. The 0.5 in profile requires the floor box to be set at the correct depth during the rough-in phase — a cover plate cannot compensate for a box set too deep or too shallow. Coordinate with the electrical and flooring trades early. The aluminum surface can be field-labeled if zone identification is required at the floor level.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What floor box system is the 830CKTCAL-1 designed for?

A: The 830CKTCAL-1 is designed for the Middle Atlantic (Legrand AV) Modulink 880MP concrete floor box series. It is not a universal cover plate — verify your floor box model before ordering.

Q: Is the 830CKTCAL-1 TAA compliant?

A: No. The 830CKTCAL-1 is not TAA compliant. Do not specify this part on federal government contracts or projects with a TAA compliance requirement.

Q: What are the physical dimensions of the 830CKTCAL-1?

A: The cover plate measures 3.25 in (8.3 cm) wide, 4.25 in (10.8 cm) deep, and 0.5 in (1.3 cm) tall — a low-profile single-gang footprint designed to sit flush at finished floor level.

Q: Does the 830CKTCAL-1 include insert modules for data or power?

A: No. The 830CKTCAL-1 is the cover plate only. Communications and power insert modules are ordered separately depending on your termination type (keystones, duplex receptacles, etc.).

Q: Can I use the 830CKTCAL-1 in a high-traffic commercial environment?

A: Yes. The aluminum construction is appropriate for commercial spaces with regular foot traffic and rolling equipment. It is more durable in floor-level applications than plastic cover plates.

Jerry Tildsen

The 830CKTCAL-1 is one of those parts that looks trivial until you get to closeout on a commercial AV or security rough-in and realize the cover plate spec is wrong. At 0.5 in tall and 3.25 in wide, this aluminum single-gang plate is purpose-built for the Modulink 880MP floor box — and that specificity matters. A mismatched cover plate on a poured-concrete floor box is not a quick field fix.

Technical Highlights:

• 0.5 in (1.3 cm) height: Low enough to satisfy ADA trip-hazard clearance in most commercial finished-floor scenarios — but confirm your local AHJ requirements before finalizing the floor box depth during rough-in.
• 3.25 in × 4.25 in footprint: Single-gang only. If the end-user needs two service points at the same floor location, evaluate the multi-gang 880MP family covers before the concrete is poured — it is far cheaper to change a spec than a floor box.
• Aluminum construction: More durable than plastic at floor level, where rolling carts, chair legs, and foot traffic are daily realities. Metal plates also resist UV yellowing in skylighted atriums and lobby installations.

Deployment Considerations:

• Floor box depth must be set correctly during rough-in — this cover plate cannot compensate for improper box positioning. Coordinate the 880MP box depth with the flooring contractor before the pour.
• This plate is not TAA compliant. If the project scope includes any federally funded spaces or government tenant improvements, flag this early — a TAA-non-compliant finish plate can trigger a submittal rejection on a government job.

The 830CKTCAL-1 is the right finish spec for single-service commercial floor box positions in conference rooms, hotel event spaces, and open-plan offices where a durable, low-profile aluminum cover is required to close out a Modulink 880MP rough-in cleanly.