Enclosure Door & Door Accessories
Electrical enclosures are designed to house industrial components and to protect them from the surrounding environment. They are also designed to protect operators from electric shock. Security requirements have been implemented to help prevent unauthorized access to electrical enclosures.
Enclosure doors provide easy access to various types of enclosures and they may need to be replaced from time to time. It is important to order the correct replacement door that matches the existing enclosure so that the NEMA rating is maintained. When additional security is needed, replacement doors may also include padlocking handles.
Enclosure door latches, handles and locks play a big part in enclosure security and safety. In many applications, the value of the internal components equipment housed in the enclosure is significant enough to justify the cost of additional security features. Also, any unauthorized or accidental operation of a control system could have severe consequences. To better secure enclosure doors, there are key locking door latches and key locking wing knobs, as well as, handles that have padlocks, key locks and combinations locks.
More Information about Enclosure Doors and Door Accessories
Enclosure data pockets can be mounted inside or outside an enclosure and provide a place to store wiring diagrams, user manuals and other documents needed to troubleshoot or operate the equipment in an enclosure. External data pockets can match the finish of the enclosure, protect the documents from the elements and can be locked for security.
FAQs
What types of mounting accessories are needed to install an enclosure door frame?
Mounting accessories needed to install an enclosure door frame typically include hinges, mounting brackets, screws, fasteners, and sealing gaskets to ensure proper alignment, security, and protection against environmental elements.
Can conduit openings and drip shields be installed on enclosure doors?
Yes, conduit openings and drip shields can be installed on enclosure doors to allow for cable entry and protect against water ingress, enhancing the enclosure's functionality and environmental resistance.
Industrial Enclosure Accessories and Modifications
Lighting kits. Lighting kits are often used in outdoor applications. There are many different styles of lighting kits that can be used, but LEDs have become the preferred lighting solution in the past several years.
Pressure switches. Pressure switches operate on a spring and react to the cabinet door opening and closing. They can be used for lights, intrusions alarms and exhaust fans.
Passive air vents. Passive air vents allow natural air circulation to flow through a cabinet providing proper ventilation.
Enclosure fans. Enclosure air fans are used when more ventilation is required. The size of the fan will depend on the size of the enclosure as well as the amount of air that needs to be circulated.
Air conditioners. Air conditioners are used when ambient air circulation is inadequate to cool the cabinet. The air conditioner size will depend on the enclosure size, ambient air temperature and heat generated within the cabinet.
Heaters. Heaters are used when a cabinet is located in areas that may be exposed to cold temperatures.
Locking mechanisms. Locking mechanisms are used to secure cabinets.
Conduit hole seals. Conduit hole seals are used on cabinets that have holes that need to be plugged after conduit has been removed.