Enclosure Rain Hoods
Rain hoods for enclosures are a vital accessory for both indoor and outdoor applications where electrical enclosures and equipment are exposed to the kinds of elements that make being outside undesirable—like rain, snow, and dust. When it comes to shielding electrical enclosures, the rain hood is kind of like a small porch roof. Its primary job is to keep water from splashing up and into the enclosure so that the water doesn't mix with the electronic components and cause a short circuit.
Rain hoods are characterized by a roof that is sloped in just the right way. Water that accumulates on top of the hood runs off, thanks to the pitch that the roof has. Debris that might otherwise accumulate on top of the hood is prevented by this sloped design from harming the enclosure. Some rain hoods have a more pronounced slope; others have a gentler slope. All of them, by virtue of their design, are able to cover the top and part of the sides of the enclosure. By extending the coverage, you direct even more water away from the crucial areas of the enclosure, such as the door gasket, which you want to keep dry and very free of debris.
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