Middle Atlantic MPR Module: 20 A Twistlock Power Distribution (L5-20R) Hardwired

The Middle Atlantic MPR Module is a high-performance 20 A power distribution module designed to integrate seamlessly with Middle Atlantic’s MPR Series raceways. Engineered for professional environments—ranging from broadcast studios and live performance rigs to control rooms and data centers—this hardwired module delivers clean, reliable 115 V power with a secure twistlock connection. Featuring a genderless L5-20R receptacle and a robust steel construction with a black textured powder coat finish, the MPR Module offers a modular solution to customize your power strip exactly where and how you need it within your equipment rack. With its durable build and precise electrical compatibility, this module helps you reduce cable clutter, improve safety, and ensure stable power delivery to critical gear in demanding rack setups.

• 20 A twistlock power module with a L5-20R receptacle provides secure, code-compliant distribution for racks and studios, reducing the risk of accidental disconnections in busy live environments.
• Hardwired configuration minimizes excess cables and tangling, delivering a cleaner rack footprint and easier cable management for professional AV installations.
• Rugged steel construction with a black textured powder coat offers long-lasting durability in rack environments, resisting wear from frequent installation and maintenance cycles.
• Compatible with MPR Series raceways, enabling flexible, modular power distribution that can be tailored to the exact layout of your equipment and workflow.
• Ideal for 115 V applications in studios, broadcast facilities, theaters, and control rooms where reliable power delivery and secure connections are essential for uninterrupted operation.

Technical Details of Middle Atlantic MPR Module, 20 A, Twistlock, L5-20R, Hardwired

• Current rating: 20 A
• Input voltage: 115 V
• Receptacle: NEMA L5-20R
• Connector type: Twistlock (genderless)
• Construction: Steel with black textured powder coat finish
• Configuration: 1 x Hardwired input, 1 x NEMA L5-20R-output
• Compatibility: Designed for use with MPR Series raceways
• Purpose: Modules allow customization of a power strip within MPR raceways for tailored power distribution

how to install Middle Atlantic MPR Module

• Power down all equipment and disconnect power before beginning installation to ensure safety in live rack environments.
• Prepare the MPR Series raceway by verifying mounting surfaces are clean, level, and secure, with unobstructed access to the installation slot for the MPR Module.
• Route the hardwired input leads according to local electrical codes, ensuring proper strain relief and protection from abrasion or pinch points within the rack.
• Insert the MPR Module into the designated slot in the MPR raceway, aligning mounting holes with the raceway’s supports, and secure with the appropriate hardware per your raceway model.
• Connect the L5-20R receptacle correctly in its orientation, ensuring the twistlock connector is fully seated and engages with the compatible outlets on connected equipment to maintain a secure power connection.
• Power on the system and perform a functional test by loading the circuit with typical equipment to confirm stable voltage delivery and verify there are no intermittent connections or overheating.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the MPR Module? A modular power distribution component designed for use with Middle Atlantic’s MPR Series raceways. It provides a hardwired input and a twistlock L5-20R outlet to deliver reliable, professional-grade power within rack systems.
• Q: Is this module hardwired? A true hardwired module with a dedicated input, intended to minimize clutter and maximize reliability in high-demand rack environments.
• Q: What outlet does it use? A NEMA L5-20R twistlock receptacle, offering a secure connection suitable for 115 V power distribution in professional settings.
• Q: What environments is the MPR Module best suited for? A ideal for studios, broadcast facilities, live venues, control rooms, and any rack environment where modular, secure, and durable power distribution is required.