Enclosure Casters

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. They come in many different shapes, sizes and materials. Some things to consider when selecting the proper enclosure would be the number of components housed inside and what material and rating will provide the appropriate protection. Enclosures come in wall-mount, floor-mount (with legs) and freestanding (enclosure extends to the floor). When selecting freestanding enclosures, there are several enclosure bases to consider: floor stands, leg and casters and pedestals. Enclosure casters are small swiveling wheels that can be attached to allow heavy enclosures to be easily moved or relocated.

Hoffman Caster Kits mount directly to the bottom of a PROLINE frame, 0 mm or 100 mm solid base, or a console. They are not intended to be used on plinth bases. Casters elevate the enclosure 4.33 inches when installed and have a maximum load of 1000 pounds. Casters are designed for moving the cabinet or enclosure short distances within a building. They are not intended for shipping or transportation. Casters must have a flat, smooth, hard surface to move upon. Floors with seams, cracks, debris, inclines and declines should be avoided. Casters are not designed for exterior surfaces, gravel, asphalt and other soft surfaces. Great care should always be taken when moving cabinets or enclosures to avoid tipping.