Middle Atlantic AXS-IR-4527-20 – 42RU AXS Slide-Out In-Rack System

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic AXS-IR-4527-20 is a factory-assembled AXS slide-out in-rack system that lets technicians roll an entire bay of equipment straight out of its enclosure for service and installation. With 42 usable rack units in a 45RU enclosure and 20 inches of usable depth in a 27-inch-deep frame, it is built for commercial AV deployments where equipment bays sit flush against a wall and rear connections would otherwise be unreachable. The in-rack (IR) format is a standard answer for space-limited equipment rooms, head-end closets, and credenza walls in corporate and institutional facilities.

Product Description

The AXS in-rack system solves the most common service problem in commercial AV integration: getting to the back of a fully loaded rack that has been pushed against a wall. The complete AXS assembly — rack, rack frame, cable carriers, base, and safety leashes — ships factory-assembled, so integration crews can pre-install the host rack on site while equipment installation and cabling are completed off site in the AXS system. Extending cable carriers manage service loops as the rack is pulled out and retracted, protecting terminations through repeated service cycles. Standard fixed front and rear 10-32 threaded rackrail with numbered spaces keeps equipment mounting and documentation consistent with the rest of a Middle Atlantic build. The 45-space, 27-inch-deep enclosure yields 42 usable rack units and 20 inches of usable mounting depth for switchers, amplifiers, DSPs, network gear, and power distribution. When installed with the AXS-IR-Z4K seismic mounting kit, the system is seismically rated and meets OSHPD OPM requirements in the State of California, which matters for healthcare and government installation work. Service Tracks are required to pull the AXS out of the host enclosure for servicing and should be included in the project bill of materials. The enclosure accepts standard BGR options such as doors, side panels, and tops, so the finished installation can be configured to the room. Browse compatible racks and accessories in our Middle Atlantic collection.

Key Features

• Slide-Out Equipment Access — Rolls the entire equipment bay straight out of the enclosure, giving technicians full access to rear connections without moving the rack.
• 42 Usable RU in a 45RU Enclosure — High-capacity rack space for complete commercial AV system head-ends in a single bay.
• 20-Inch Usable Depth — Delivers 20 inches of mounting depth within a 27-inch-deep enclosure, suited to most rack-mount AV and network components.
• Off-Site Build Workflow — The host rack can be pre-installed on site while equipment racking and cabling are completed off site in the AXS system, compressing installation schedules.
• Seismic Rating Option — Seismically rated when installed with the AXS-IR-Z4K kit and meets OSHPD OPM requirements in California.
• Extending Cable Carriers Included — Manage cabling as the rack extends and retracts, protecting terminations through repeated service cycles.
• Standard 10-32 Threaded Rackrail — Fixed front and rear rails with numbered spaces simplify equipment mounting and as-built documentation.
• Accepts Standard BGR Options — Compatible with BGR doors, side panels, tops, and related accessories for a finished installation.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom
• Conference room
• Government space
• House of worship
• Auditorium
• Broadcast studio
• Training room
• Commercial meeting space

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How much equipment capacity does the AXS-IR-4527-20 provide?
It provides 42 usable rack units within a 45-space enclosure, with 20 inches of usable mounting depth inside the 27-inch-deep frame.

Why choose a slide-out in-rack system over a fixed rack?
When a rack must sit against a wall or in a tight closet, rear connections become inaccessible. The AXS system rolls the entire equipment bay out of the enclosure so technicians can service rear panels without de-racking equipment.

Can the system support off-site rack builds?
Yes. The host rack can be pre-installed on site while equipment installation and cabling are completed off site in the AXS system, then the loaded AXS is installed into the host enclosure.

Is the AXS-IR-4527-20 seismically rated?
Yes, when installed with the AXS-IR-Z4K seismic mounting kit. With that kit it also meets OSHPD OPM requirements in the State of California.

What is required to pull the rack out for service?
Service Tracks are required to pull the AXS out of the host enclosure for servicing. Include them in your project bill of materials.

What accessories does the enclosure accept?
It accepts standard BGR options including doors, side panels, and tops, so the installation can be finished to suit the room.

What warranty applies?
This product is covered by Middle Atlantic's manufacturer warranty. Contact Creation Networks for current warranty terms for this model.

Can Creation Networks help configure a complete AXS deployment?
Yes. Our team can help spec service tracks, seismic kits, doors, panels, and power. Browse our Middle Atlantic collection or contact us for project support.