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18 enclosure solutions that open up flexibility

Feb. 17, 2022
Boxes, cabinets, workstations and purge systems gain modularity, safety ratings, cooling and new materials
Modular kits with accessories

Quadritalia modular enclosures are easily assembled onsite, while maintaining required NEMA ratings. They're available as kits with necessary components and hardware (with the exception of plinths) to assemble a NEMA-12 rated, freestanding, single-door, double-door or dual-access enclosure. These OKK modular enclosure kits are available with assembled enclosure heights up to 78.74 inches (2,000 mm) and offer various widths and depths. Accessories include mounting channels, drip shields and folding desks.

AutomationDirect

Clear door, mounting panel

AIO series enclosure with all-in-one dual-door from Bud Industries features a preinstalled, large clear door, and a plastic mounting panel molded to prevent water or dust penetration in compliance with IP66 testing. The cover is easily removable, while the split cover design allows visibility into the enclosure while also covering it. The clear door enables access for timers or meters that may have to be reset. The enclosure is ideal for high temperature or highly corrosive environments.

Digi-Key Electronics

Single-door, steel, wall-mount

1418 series steel, wall-mount enclosure from Hammond Manufacturing is a single-door, continuous-hinge unit for electrical equipment. It's available in NEMA 12 and 13 options to protect against dirt, dust, oil and water. Formed with 14-gauge steel, 1418s are shipped without knockouts, cutouts or holes. For larger enclosures, construction includes door and body stiffeners to provide extra rigidity. Collar studs are provided for inner panel mounting, and the clamp is fitted for padlocking to limit enclosure access.

Galco Industrial Electronics
888-483-1460

Configurable workstation desk

Vue Control Desk workstations are static or height-adjustable, and easily configured for process control settings. They offer different widths and connecting cabinets for multi-operator solutions. Horizontal/vertical adjustable monitor mounts provide ergonomic viewing. Vue desks come in five colors and three worksurfaces to match decor. They also have a 10-year warranty and are designed for 24/7, mission-critical operations. Vue has an open architectural design, but a closed version with doors in the lower section is available.

Winsted
952-944-9050

Non-metallic for harsh settings

Arca IEC NEMA 4X, UL-listed electrical enclosures for harsh environments come in sizes up to 32 x 24 x 12 inches, and are made for harsh and demanding environments. This cabinet series is composed of UV-resistant polycarbonate, and is watertight, high-impact resistant, and won't dent, rust, crack or bloom like steel or fiberglass. ARCA cabinets are available in portrait and landscape orientation, offering greater versatility.

Fibox

User picks dimensions, materials

Customizable enclosures house and protect sensitive industrial electronic equipment from harsh environments. Users can design their enclosure at the supplier's website; choose whether it's made of metal or hardened plastic; and pick the sizes and locations of box cutouts. Users can also choose their enclosure’s dimensions, ingress protection rating up to IP67, mounting method, latch type, and any special safety requirements to fit their application.

Misumi

Globally certified for explosions

Electrical explosion protection equipment (EPE) enclosures are explosion-proof and certified in compliance with ATEX, IECEx and North American EJB and EJBX. They're also Class I, Division 1, and Zone 1 rated and suitable for Groups B, C, and D / IIB+H2 with Type 4, 4X, 7, 9, Ex d and IP66/67 applications. EPEs feature stainless-steel mountings, hinged-hardware options, and optional windows. They're suitable for temperatures from -25 °C to 60 °C (-50 °C for ATEX/IECEx), and can be rated as high as 120 °C.

Pepperl+Fuchs

Modular housings for embedded systems

UCS series IP40-rated, universal housings are ideal for embedded systems in process control applications. Their removable side panels enable customization, so the housings can accommodate a wide array of current connection technologies and multiple sizes. DIN rail- and wall-mounting options allow for easier system integration. Finally, optional digital displays and light guides add more usability.

Phoenix Contact

Heavy-duty, NEMA-rated to 6P/IP68

DPH enclosures from Bud Industries are made of impact-resistant polycarbonate, and feature a continuous gasket for a watertight seal. They're designed for outdoor use and are weatherproof, waterproof and corrosion-resistant. DPHs are rated NEMA 1, 2, 3, 3R, 3X, 3RX, 3S, 3SX, 4, 4X, 12 and 13, and IP65, IP66. Ratings increase to 6/6P and IP67/IP68 when using optional screw-close configuration. They also feature a clear or solid hinged cover with stainless-steel hardware and latch with area for a padlock.

Newark Electronics
800-463-9275

Foam-in-place gaskets

Heartland series enclosures have added Foam-In-Place gaskets that provide proven, full-secure contact to the mating cover surface with a continuous overlapping seal that ensures no air gaps, no glue joints, and no shrinking of gasket size due to stretching of the material. Heartland is a one-box enclosure that can be configured as either screw-cover or hinged-cover, is available in 13 sizes from 6 x 6 to 24 x 24 inches, with either opaque or clear smoked covers.

AttaBox Enclosures
616-794-0700

Assembly protection, easy integration

Whether they're stainless-steel, aluminum or plastic, Klippon Protect universal enclosures protect assemblies. These robust enclosures let users develop and implement different applications according to their needs. Klippon's matching system accessories enable easy integration, expansion and customization. They also perform in extreme environmental conditions; are robust and secure for maximum protection; and are approved in accordance with the latest international quality and safety standards.

Weidmuller

Room for two 27-inch monitors

IceStation Titan Hammerhead is a dual monitor, NEMA 12, freestanding computer enclosure, which will protect against dust/dirt, grease and splashing liquids. It can store two 27-inch monitors, and is constructed from 14-gauge, welded steel. Hammerhead's doors feature lift and turn latches and dual durometer EPDM gaskets. Standard features include a sloped work surface, keyboard drawer and casters.

ITSenclosures

Compact with seamless fit

AX and KX compact enclosures fit seamlessly into end-to-end systems. AX is customizable and features flexibility, stability and reliability, while KX small enclosures are available in terminal box, e-box and bus enclosure models. They have modular designs, cutouts and different sizes to better utilize interior space. Rails and integrated locators simplify installation, which is aided by panels that can be machined and are supplied loosely, while doors can be installed without tools. AX and KX enclosures are IP and UL rated.

Rittal

AC- and DC-powered air conditioners

Thermoelectric enclosure air conditioners include AC- and DC-powered models. All thermoelectric units comply with UL type 4X ratings. Cooling capacities of the series ranges from 100 to 2,730 BTU/hr and operating temperature range is -4 °F to 149 °F. More then 20 models provide flexibility for users to choose physical size and cooling capacity, along with recessed or fully external mounting. Each unit also comes with a one-year warranty.

Seifert

Stainless-steel for hygienics

HYJ Series 304 stainless-steel enclosures for hygienic areas meet UL 508A Type 3R, 12, 4 and 4X, NSF-ANSI 169, and IEC 60529 IP69/IP69K standards. They withstand regular high-temperature, high-pressure washdown settings. HYJs are available in five sizes from 7.94 x 4.88 x 4.00 in. to 16.36 x 13.30 x 8.00 in. (202 x 124 x 102 mm to 416 x 338 x 203 mm). Their blue-colored, "hygiene" silicone gasket is fitted beyond the cover edges, and is easily removed for cleaning or replacement.

Hammond Manufacturing

All kinds of non-metallics

Non-metallic enclosures safely house electrical and electronic controls located in punishing environments. They're available in ABS, polyester, polycarbonate and fiberglass, and can be provided with fast turnarounds and no minimum-quantity orders. These enclosures are ideal for outdoor and indoor applications in petroleum, chemical processing, water and wastewater treatment, pulp and paper, security and fire, marine and corrosive environments.

nVent Hoffman

Sealed cooler cabinets

Sealed Enclosure Coolers (EC) can fit any size, power and environment that cabinets may require. The VCC Series includes fully sealed, high-power capacity air conditioning, and is ideal for indoor or outdoor control cabinets. It also features fully sealed to IP 55 equivalence, high-efficiency and compact design, and up to 5,000 watt capacity. Other ECs include the economical Heat Sink series, compact Heat Pipe series and sub-ambient Thermoelectric Cooler (TEC).

Advanced Cooling Technologies
717-295-6061

Quick-install vent kit

Breather Vent Kit is a 60-mm polycarbonate vent that maintains a 3R enclosure rating by maintaining component temperatures inside. It installs quickly and easily with just a turn of the wrist, and can be installed on polycarbonate, fiberglass, stainless steel, carbon steel and aluminum enclosures. High impact resistance is assured by its polycarbonate construction. This cULus registered product meets UL NEMA Type 1, 2, and 3R ratings. 60-mm axial fan mounting holes are available on the locknut.

Stahlin
616-794-0700

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