Control Panels & Equipment
Freestanding Enclosures
Freestanding Enclosures
The lifecycle of a typical industrial enclosure is filled with planned and unplanned modifications and repairs, so using a unibody enclosure can increase costs and downtime. The new Rittal SE 8 freestanding enclosures, more durable and versatile than unibody enclosures, combine the benefits of modular design and accessories with a competitive price point. In addition, the SE 8 is available in 16-gauge carbon or stainless steel, and features the standard, reversible TS 8 door to accommodate modifications over the lifecycle of the enclosure.
Unlike bayed enclosure suites with frames and removable side panels, the body of the SE 8, consisting of two side panels and a roof, is made from one piece of sheet steel. The rear panel of the enclosure is screwed on for easy access, and cable entry can be handled in a variety of ways using the integrated base frame. Rittal’s TS frame is integrated into the body, and the SE 8 accepts all standard TS 8 accessories, including chassis, mounting panels, handles, fan and filter units, and cable-handling options. The SE 8 door and rear wall are electrically bonded to the enclosure using a patented hardware system that requires no separate ground straps. The two mounting levels integrated into the enclosure provide more room for options, making better use of space while reducing installation time. Units are available as one and two door versions.
Rittal SE 8 freestanding enclosures have an integrated roll-formed body section, allowing for the utilization of lighter enclosure materials, making required modifications quicker, reducing tool wear, and producing a lighter, safer system that will cost less to ship. The strength and interior mounting is handled by the roll-formed frame section, so the SE 8 delivers improved durability and 30% more space than comparable unibody designs.
Benefits:
- Less expensive than comparable unibody enclosures
- Time-saving interior installation
- Unlimited installation options
- Better use of internal enclosure space
- Lighter enclosure improves freight cost and handling safety
- Lighter gauge skins allow faster modifications and easier door and rear wall removal
- Installation doesn’t require prior assembly of side or rear panels
- Highly stable thanks to self-supporting, integrated frame construction
- Globally certified, including UL, CSA and CE approvals
- Protection category from IP 55 to EN 60 529, complies with NEMA 12
- Compatibility with the TS 8 baying system for uniform engineering
- Automatic potential equalization
- Optimum cable entry points
- Two-level mounting approach
- Variety of bases/plinths – sheet steel, stainless steel or the new Flex-Block plastic
- Tubular door frame with system punchings for accessory installation
- Mounting plate holder fastened without tools, locked with a plastic clip
- Earthing screw, can be inserted from the front for subsequent earthing
- Enclosed basic frame helps to reduce debris and dirt collection, making cleaning easier
- Enclosure depths of 400, 500 and 600 mm
- Enclosure widths ranging from 600 to 1800 mm