Middle Atlantic Side Panels, 48 RU, 36" Depth, GRK Racks

Upgrade your professional rack enclosure with the Middle Atlantic Side Panels designed for GRK racks. These two panels are purpose-built to complement the GRK-48-36LRD and GRK-48-36HLRD configurations, delivering a clean, integrated appearance that helps protect valuable equipment while maintaining a streamlined, studio-grade aesthetic. Built to support demanding AV, broadcast, and IT environments, these side panels provide a cohesive enclosure solution that enhances security, organization, and cable management behind the front doors. When paired with the appropriate GRK chassis, they create a seamless, professional-looking installation that reduces visual clutter and helps you present a polished, ready-for-show-room presentation or a focused, production-ready control room setup. Whether you’re outfitting a broadcast suite, a recording studio, a control room, or a data-driven workspace, these panels are engineered to align precisely with the 48U, 36" deep GRK racks, ensuring a snug fit, clean lines, and reliable long-term performance.

• Designed to pair with GRK-48-36LRD and GRK-48-36HLRD racks, providing a cohesive enclosure for 48U installations.
• Two-panel set (a pair) to match the overall width and symmetry of GRK 48U rack systems, delivering a balanced, professional look.
• Optimized for a 36" rack depth, offering compatible clearance with standard cabling bends and rear-component layouts without crowding.
• Durable construction intended to withstand routine rack-life use, helping to protect enclosed gear from dust and incidental contact while maintaining a tidy external silhouette.
• Quick, straightforward integration with compatible GRK frames, supporting consistent mounting geometry for dependable alignment and finish.

Technical Details of Middle Atlantic Side Panels, 48 RU, 36" Depth, GRK Racks

• Specifications: Not listed in this description. For complete technical details, refer to the official product documentation and the retailer’s specifications page, using the product UPC or SKU as reference.

How to install Middle Atlantic Side Panels

• Verify you are using a GRK rack model compatible with the panels (GRK-48-36LRD or GRK-48-36HLRD) to ensure proper fit and alignment.
• Power down equipment and remove any front accessories or doors if required by your install plan to access the rack sides safely.
• Align the side panels with the corresponding rack posts or mounting points on the GRK chassis, ensuring the panels sit flush against the outer frame for a clean edge.
• Secure the panels using the rack’s standard mounting hardware or the hardware recommended by Middle Atlantic for GRK installations, tightening evenly to avoid warping or misalignment.
• Reinstall any previously removed components, verify panel seating, and perform a quick visual check for straight edges and proper clearance around cables and ventilation paths.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What models do these side panels fit?
• A: They are designed to fit Middle Atlantic GRK racks, specifically the GRK-48-36LRD and GRK-48-36HLRD configurations, and come as a pair of panels for a complete side enclosure.
• Q: How many panels are included?
• A: A pair of side panels is included, offering two panels to cover both sides of the GRK 48U, 36" depth rack system.
• Q: What is the depth compatibility?
• A: The panels are designed for a 36" depth GRK rack, aligning with standard rear cabling space and ensuring adequate clearance behind the front of the cabinet.
• Q: Do the panels affect rack ventilation or cable management?
• A: The panels are engineered to provide enclosure and protection while preserving appropriate airflow paths around the equipment. For optimal cooling, ensure front and rear clearance remains in accordance with the GRK rack’s guidelines and your cooling plan.
• Q: Is installation difficult?
• A: Installation follows standard rack-panel mounting procedures. With basic hand tools and the correct mounting hardware for your GRK model, the panels can be attached in a straightforward process that aligns cleanly with the rack frame.