Modular enclosures consist of smaller components that can be assembled to create custom enclosures, often for temporary or mobile systems. These modular components are available in standard sizes and allow modular enclosures to be used for a variety of purposes. Most modular enclosures are rectangular or T-shaped. Length, width, and height are important dimensions. Inside length, inside width, and inside height are also important considerations. Because some modular enclosures can be mounted in several different ways, suppliers recommend viewing product pictures or diagrams to determine which dimensions refers to length and which dimensions refer to width. For standard enclosures, the length or height is measured parallel to the hinge axis. For products with a screw-on or non-hinged cover, the length is the longer of the two dimensions. For enclosures that are rated by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), the width is perpendicular to the hinge axis and the depth is the distance from the opening to the back. |
Products & Services Related to Modular Enclosures
Console and Consolet Enclosures
Console and consolet enclosures are freestanding structures with a sloped front or top for mounting electric or electronic control components. They protect sensitive equipment such as computer monitors in harsh, wet, dirty, or dusty environments.
Electronic and Instrument Enclosures
Electronic enclosures and instrument enclosures house electronic components and instruments. They are usually designed for handheld or desktop applications.
Industrial Enclosures
Industrial enclosures are used to house electronic components, equipment and devices. They are designed to protect personnel from accidental injury and to prevent the ingress of environmental contaminants.
NEMA and IP Enclosures
NEMA and IP enclosures are used to house and protect electrical devices and electronic components. NEMA enclosures are rated by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and designed for hazardous or non-hazardous locations and indoor or outdoor use. Ingress protection (IP) enclosures provide protection against foreign objects and moisture.
Operator Interface Enclosures
Operator interface enclosures are used to house industrial controls such as display screens, pushbuttons, keyboards, lights, and other operator control devices. They are usually mounted on suspension/pendant systems or pedestals.
PC Enclosures
PC enclosures are designed to protect personal computers (PCs) in industrial or office environments. They are designed to prevent the ingress of environmental contaminants such as dust and water and can be used to integrate a monitor, central processing unit (CPU), keyboard, and printer into one cabinet.
Rack Enclosures
Rack enclosures (rack cabinets, laboratory enclosures) are used to house standard 19 in. rack-mounted components or other standard-sized devices.
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