Key Features
- IP65/IP66/IP67 & NEMA 4X Rated: Sealed gaskets and robust construction keep out dust and high-pressure water jets.
- High Impact Strength: Extremely durable polycarbonate walls protect against physical shocks and vandalism.
- UV-Stabilized, Non-Corrosive: Material is UV-resistant for outdoor use and won’t rust or corrode like metal enclosures.
- Clear Cover Options: Many models have transparent polycarbonate lids for easy visual inspection without opening the case.
- Flame-Retardant: Often UL94 V0 rated, self extinguishing to meet electrical safety codes.
- Customizable: Easily drilled or machined for connectors; many come with mounting bosses, DIN-rail options, and knockouts.
Benefits
- Robust Protection: Safeguards electronics from rain, dust, chemicals, and UV sunlight, reducing downtime and maintenance.
- Lightweight & Portable: Much lighter than metal boxes, simplifying installation and shipping.
- Cost-Effective: Lower cost than heavy-gauge metal while providing equivalent environmental protection.
- Thermal Stability: Handles wide temperature swings without deforming or cracking.
- Insulating: Polycarbonate is electrically insulating, enhancing safety for live equipment.
Applications
- Industrial Controls: Junction boxes, sensor enclosures, PLC/control panel housings, and motor drive cabinets.
- Outdoor Equipment: Field instrumentation, security camera mounts, LED lighting controls, and solar power inverters.
- Telecommunications: Weatherproof enclosures for routers, antennas, and network switches.
- Automation & Instrumentation: Factory floor terminals, process monitoring units, and railway signal housings.
Technical Specifications
- Material: 100% polycarbonate (often 10–15% glass-filled) – UL94 V0 rated.
- Ingress Protection: Standard IP65 (dust-tight, low-pressure water jets); many variants IP66/IP67 (water jets/high-pressure; immersion).
- Temperature Range: Typically –40°C to +120°C (depending on grade).
- Standards: Compliant with UL 508A, NEMA Type 4X/6; many are RoHS- and REACH-compliant.
- Available Sizes: Wide range of standard sizes (small handheld boxes to large panel enclosures); many custom sizes available.
Unique Selling Points (USPs)
- Premium Durability: Combines extreme toughness with lightweight design – won’t dent or rust like metal boxes.
- Superior Visibility: Clear or smoke-tinted covers allow visual check of internal status indicators.
- Comprehensive Accessories: Options for cable glands, mounting flanges, DIN rails, and custom cutouts right from the factory.
- Global Certifications: Meets international safety and protection standards (UL, CE, IEC) for worldwide markets.