Consolet Enclosures
Consolet enclosures were born out of the need for a workspace that is well-suited for interaction between human and equipment. When working in consolets, those who are engaged with the equipments in some way virtually have to do so while seated in front of them, with all parts of the equipment arrayed before them at relatively easy-to-access angles.
The consolet enclosure is roomy and can accommodate many kinds of instrumentation devices: switches, dials, displays, and other control equipment. It is designed for neat wiring and desirable access to the interior of the enclosure, to allow for easier and simpler maintenance and also for easy upgrades (for example, adding new devices or even just changing the type of switch used). And a big plus for consolets is their ample size, along with the modular accessories provided for many models, which allow the user to organize and access what's inside in many different ways.
These enclosures are in use in a wide range of settings, from control rooms to manufacturing plants, where they're installed to serve a variety of purposes. Perhaps the most vital of these is ensuring that the people working in such settings are comfortable and that the facilities are up to the reliable, safe, and ergonomic standards necessary to ensure their work is carried out in those three key conditions.
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FAQs
Are there two sides in a consolet enclosure for placement and mounting small control devices?
Yes, consolet enclosures typically have two sides for placement and mounting small control devices, allowing for an organized and ergonomic setup of various components.
Enclosure Selection Basics
Electrical enclosures are cabinets that are designed to house electrical components. Their main function is to protect the components, as well as to protect the operators from electrical hazards. Enclosures are typically made of solid plastics, fiberglass and metal materials, such as carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
One of the most important things to consider when selecting an electrical enclosure is the NEMA rating. NEMA stands for National Electrical Manufacturer Association. They have developed a rating system which determines the types of environments an electrical enclosure can be used in.
NEMA 1 and a NEMA 12 enclosures
Both of these enclosures are intended for indoor use only. They are both dust resistant. The NEMA 12 enclosure is rated for damp environments. The NEMA 1 is rated only for dry environments.
NEMA 4 and NEMA 4X enclosures
Both of these enclosures can be used indoors as well as outdoors. They are both dust resistant. They are also water resistant and corrosion resistant. NEMA 4X has an extra layer of corrosion resistance.
NEMA 7 enclosures
This is a more specific type of enclosure that is rated for use in hazardous environments. It is rated to contain an explosion within the enclosure and not cause any sort of external hazard.
Size
When selecting the size of an enclosure, it is important to consider the following: how much space will the electrical components occupy, how much space is needed around each component, is there enough room to run all of the wires and how much space is needed outside of the enclosure?
Temperature
When selecting an enclosure, it is important to consider both the ambient temperature and the temperature that is generated inside of the enclosure. When an enclosure is located outside in direct sunlight, that heat can be transferred inside the enclosure. Also, each component inside of the enclosure generates a certain amount of heat.