Middle Atlantic RSH4A2M – Custom 2U Rackshelf Enclosure, 14" Depth

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic RSH4A2M is a custom 2U rackshelf enclosure built to mount a specific non-rackmount component in a standard 19" equipment rack. Its black brushed anodized face plate is custom-cut around the front of the device you specify, turning a consumer-style chassis into a clean, rack-integrated piece of equipment. With a 14" shelf depth and 2U height, it covers the broad middle range of set-top boxes, media players, and compact processors found in commercial and residential AV systems. No modification to the component is ever required.

Product Description

Generic rack shelves leave open gaps around odd-sized equipment, expose cabling, and break the visual line of an otherwise finished rack. The RSH4A2M takes a different approach: it is a built-to-order rackmount shelf enclosure from Middle Atlantic's RSH4A series, where the anodized face plate is precision-cut to the face of the exact component it will hold. The device slides in behind the panel, its controls and display remain accessible, and the surrounding opening is closed off for a factory-rackmount appearance. The model number tells the story — 2 indicates the 2U (3.5") rack height and the M depth code indicates the 14" shelf body, one step deeper than the 11.5" S version for components with longer chassis or rear connector clearance needs. Installation follows standard EIA 19" rack practice, so the enclosure drops into any Middle Atlantic rack, wall cabinet, or third-party 19" frame without drilling or fabrication. Integrators use this class of custom rack shelf to mount cable boxes, streaming devices, audio processors, and small-form-factor computers in conference rooms, classrooms, and home theater equipment racks. The black brushed anodized finish matches Middle Atlantic blank and vent panels, keeping the front elevation consistent from top to bottom. Because each unit is produced for a declared component, the fit is exact and the on-site labor is limited to racking the shelf and seating the device.

Key Features

• Component-Specific Face Plate — Black brushed anodized panel is custom-cut to the front profile of your declared device for a finished rackmount look.
• 2U Rack Space — Fits two rack units (3.5" of vertical space) in any standard EIA 19" rack or enclosure.
• 14" Deep Shelf Body — The M depth code provides room for longer chassis and rear cable clearance beyond the 11.5" base version.
• Zero Equipment Modification — Mounts non-rackmount AV components without rack ears, drilling, or adapter brackets.
• Consistent Rack Finish — Matches Middle Atlantic racks, blank panels, and vent panels for a uniform front-of-rack elevation.
• Standard 19" Mounting — Installs in any EIA-compliant rack rail, including wall-mount and credenza enclosures.

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