Enclosure Accessories
Choosing the right enclosure accessories is essential to achieving longevity and performance in enclosed equipment. Mounting rails and protective covers, for instance, secure and shield vulnerable components from environmental factors. Accessories that fit snugly and work effectively help protect critical equipment from dust, moisture, and other potential threats, making for a safer operating environment. Customers can browse and consider various products to devise a perfect match for their enclosures. They think about stuff like the diameter of cable entry points and the overall design of their enclosures and arrive at decisions based on that.
When selecting accessories for the enclosure, it's vital to look first at the application and the precise demands of the enclosed equipment. If you're not constructing a one-of-a-kind assembly, you can simplify the installation process by using pre-designed solutions that comply with industry standards and regulations. Options abound for diverse needs—everything from cable management brackets to lighting fixtures to mounting brackets. If you can name it, you can probably find it in stock and order it in a configuration designed for enclosures.
Accessories for Specific Enclosure Models
Enclosure Air Conditioners & Cooling
Enclosure Backplates & Panels
Enclosure Bases & Base Accessories
Enclosure Cable Management
Enclosure Corrosion Inhibitors
Enclosure Door & Door Accessories
Enclosure Floor Stands, Pedestals, Legs, & Casters
Enclosure Lighting
Enclosure Mounting, Hardware & Fasteners
Enclosure Paint, Patch Kits & Hole Seals
Enclosure Power Distribution & Grounding
Enclosure Pressure, Humidity & Condensation
Enclosure Racks & Rack Mounting
Enclosure Rain Hoods & Drip Shields
Enclosure Roof Plates & Canopies
Enclosure Shelves, Drawers & Trays
Enclosure Sun-Solar Shields
Enclosure Thermal Management
Enclosure Windows & Inspection Windows
Network Cabinets & Racks
Enclosure HMI Accessories
Data InterfaceEnclosure Selection Basics
Electrical enclosures are cabinets that are designed to house electrical components. Their main function is to protect the components, as well as to protect the operators from electrical hazards. Enclosures are typically made of solid plastics, fiberglass and metal materials, such as carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
One of the most important things to consider when selecting an electrical enclosure is the NEMA rating. NEMA stands for National Electrical Manufacturer Association. They have developed a rating system which determines the types of environments an electrical enclosure can be used in.
NEMA 1 and a NEMA 12 enclosures
Both of these enclosures are intended for indoor use only. They are both dust resistant. The NEMA 12 enclosure is rated for damp environments. The NEMA 1 is rated only for dry environments.
NEMA 4 and NEMA 4X enclosures
Both of these enclosures can be used indoors as well as outdoors. They are both dust resistant. They are also water resistant and corrosion resistant. NEMA 4X has an extra layer of corrosion resistance.
NEMA 7 enclosures
This is a more specific type of enclosure that is rated for use in hazardous environments. It is rated to contain an explosion within the enclosure and not cause any sort of external hazard.
Size
When selecting the size of an enclosure, it is important to consider the following: how much space will the electrical components occupy, how much space is needed around each component, is there enough room to run all of the wires and how much space is needed outside of the enclosure?
Temperature
When selecting an enclosure, it is important to consider both the ambient temperature and the temperature that is generated inside of the enclosure. When an enclosure is located outside in direct sunlight, that heat can be transferred inside the enclosure. Also, each component inside of the enclosure generates a certain amount of heat.