
Stainless Steel Consolet Enclosures

An operator interface is a device that is attached to a controller that an operator can give orders to and receive a result as to the current status of a system or machine. The input devices can be switches, buttons or levers and the output devices can be indicator or pilot lights. Operator interfaces can also involve giving commands through a keyboard and receiving the current status through a screen. The most advanced level of operator interface is called Human Machine Interface (HMI) which is a software application that allows the operator to interact with connected devices through computer keyboards and mounted screens.
Consolet enclosures are used to house operator interface devices such as switches, buttons and indicator lights. Some have a sloped surface ideal for mounting keyboards.These enclosures can be mounted on either side for placement on pedestals, desktops or flat surfaces and are made of mild or stainless steel.
Hoffman Stainless Steel Consolets Type 12 are ideal for mounting small instrumentation or control devices where the access requires a 30 degree or 60 degree surface. The consolets can be mounted on pedestals, desktops or other flat surfaces. They are constructed of Type 304 stainless steel with a cover attached with a continuous hinge.
Hoffman Stainless Steel Concept Consoles Type 4x feature a large internal capacity for mounting controls and components. They are designed so that users can sit or stand while working. The 14 gauge Type 304 stainless steel consolets have a 20 degree or 30 degree sloped-top cover and quarter-turn latches to secure the top cover closed. The door props hold the top cover open at a 90 degree angle.
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304 Stainless Steel contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel. It is the most widely used stainless steel within industrial applications. 304 stainless steel resists corrosion and oxidizing agents, which can cause rusting. However, it can tarnish. 304 stainless steel is very strong and can be bent without decreasing the strength, but it can be difficult to manipulate.
Because of its corrosive resistance, 304 stainless steel enclosures are commonly used in dairy plants, mills, bakeries, and many other food processing industries.
316 Stainless Steel. This is a much higher grade of stainless steel containing 16% chromium, 10% nickel and 2% molybdenum, which significantly increases its resistance to pitting and cracking. It has increased corrosive resistance to chloride pollutants, such as salt. 316 stainless steel enclosures are ideal for areas there may have a high salt content, such as coastal areas and areas that use de-icing salts. This type of stainless steel is much more resistant to chemical environments that include sulphuric acid, phosphoric acid or many other chemicals. These types of stainless steel enclosures can be found in areas with high levels of corrosive agents, such as water, wastewater, chemical plants and fertilizer plants. Both 304 and 316 stainless steel enclosures are NEMA 4X rated due to their corrosion resistance, however it is important to remember to never use any chemicals that contain chlorine.