Middle Atlantic WRK-40-27 – 40U 27 in. Deep Multibay AV Rack

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic WRK-40-27 is a 40-space, 27-inch-deep WRK Series 24-1/4-inch-wide multibay rack built for AV equipment rooms and network closets that deploy ganged rack rows. The 27-inch depth keeps the row footprint compact while providing interior room for network switches, AV signal processors, patch panels, and standard 1U and 2U gear. Multibay construction gangs side-by-side with other WRK racks, making it the right frame when an installation calls for two or more bays in a continuous row.

Product Description

The WRK-40-27 provides 40 rack spaces, 70 inches of usable mounting height, at a 27-inch interior depth matched to the equipment profile of typical commercial AV integration and IT installations that do not require full-depth server support. That makes it a practical specification for corporate equipment rooms, campus technology closets, and head-end racks where switches, patch panels, and DSP hardware dominate the elevation. The 24-1/4-inch frame width gives integrators extra lateral room for vertical cable management and service loops beside the rails. Middle Atlantic's welded steel WRK frame maintains rail squareness under full loading, and standard 10-32 tapped rails follow EIA-310 for universal hardware compatibility. The multibay design joins adjacent WRK racks with compatible ganging hardware at minimal gap, producing a unified rack row appearance across multi-bay deployments. Open top and bottom cable entry supports overhead tray or underfloor structured cabling paths. The frame accepts the complete Middle Atlantic WRK accessory line, including blanking panels, horizontal cable managers, shelves, and vertical PDU mounts, so a single accessory ecosystem covers the entire row. For single-rack installations, the WRK-SA standalone variant is the appropriate alternative. The WRK-40-27 is available from Creation Networks along with the full Middle Atlantic collection.

Key Features

• 40 Rack Spaces (70 in. Usable Height) — High-capacity elevation for multi-rack AV and IT equipment rows.
• 27-Inch Interior Depth — Compact row footprint sized for network gear, AV processors, and patch panels.
• 24-1/4-Inch Frame Width — Added lateral space for vertical cable management beside the rails.
• Multibay Gangable Construction — Joins side-by-side with other WRK racks for unified rack rows.
• Welded Steel Frame — Maintains rail squareness and structural integrity under full equipment loading.
• 10-32 Tapped Rails (EIA-310) — Universal compatibility with standard rack-mount hardware.
• Open Top and Bottom Cable Entry — Flexible routing for overhead or underfloor cabling environments.
• WRK Accessory Ecosystem — Accepts WRK blanking panels, cable managers, shelves, and PDU mounts.

Typical Applications

• Commercial meeting space AV equipment rooms with ganged rack rows
• Government space network and AV head-end installations
• House of worship system racks and amplifier rows
• Broadcast studio support and routing racks
• Auditorium and training room centralized equipment rooms

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the WRK-40-27 and WRK-40SA-27?

The WRK-40-27 is the multibay version designed for ganged side-by-side rack rows. The WRK-40SA-27 is the standalone single-bay version. Specify the multibay model when building rows of two or more racks.

Is this rack compatible with standard 19-inch equipment?

Yes. The 10-32 tapped rails follow EIA-310, so standard 19-inch rack-mount equipment, shelves, and panels install directly.

Can the WRK-40-27 hold full-depth servers?

The 27-inch depth is suited to standard AV and network equipment. For full-depth enterprise servers, consider a 32-inch-deep WRK configuration; Creation Networks can confirm the right depth for your equipment list.

How do I gang multiple WRK racks together?

Multibay WRK frames join side-by-side using compatible ganging hardware, creating a continuous row with minimal gap between bays.

What accessories work with this rack?

The full Middle Atlantic WRK accessory line is supported, including blanking panels, horizontal cable managers, shelves, side panels, and vertical PDU mounts.

What warranty applies to the WRK-40-27?

The rack is covered by Middle Atlantic's manufacturer warranty. Contact Creation Networks for current warranty terms and documentation.

Can Creation Networks help plan a multi-rack equipment room?

Yes. Creation Networks assists integrators, IT teams, and AV designers with rack row layouts, accessory selection, and pre-sale configuration questions.