Stahlin Fiberglass Enclosures
Stahlin fiberglass enclosures are celebrated for their solid construction and capacity to take on demanding climates. They are built using top-of-the-line fiberglass-reinforced polyester, which means that they are not only rugged but also extremely resistant to corrosion, chemicals, and UV radiation. That is why they can handle both the harshness of the environment and the many risks to which the personnel, equipment, and processes inside of the enclosure are exposed.
Stahlin enclosures bring with them a high level of safety that's hard to beat; what especially sets them apart is their non-conductor coating that makes them highly suitable for use in hazardous locations. Their lightweight design not only makes installation and handling a breeze but also saves energy and costs. Stahlin electrical and instrumentation enclosures are an excellent choice when it comes to protecting their own enclosure components. From the integrated design and high-quality manufacturing to the selection of rugged materials and robust construction, they are serious about delivering the kind of protection sensitive components need to operate reliably over the long term.
More Information about Stahlin Fiberglass Enclosures
Stahlin provides a range of enclosure types. Among these are models with hinged covers that allow easy, direct access for maintenance and alterations. The design of the covers ensures that when the enclosures are opened, they retain their eminently safe nature. Unlike many competitive designs, Stahlin uses stainless steel hardware on its enclosures. This hardware is sturdy, rust-resistant, and does not corrode, ensuring that it will perform reliably for a long, long time.
There are many sizes and shapes that Stahlin fiberglass enclosures come in, and they can be changed to fit a specific job, which makes them an ideal all-around enclosure. Stalin's customized line always keeps in mind balancing appealing aesthetics with functional design and is tailor-made for the electrical products industry.
Non-Metallic Enclosure Types
Characteristics of non-metallic enclosures:
NEMA 4x rating for exterior applications providing chemical resistance and protection from dust, debris, water and rain.
High insulation value, which provides insulation from cold and hot temperatures, but does not dissipate heat from inside the enclosure.
Non-conductive, meaning components cannot be grounded to the enclosure, but it still provides the product the same security and tamper resistance levels as metallic enclosures when properly locked.
Types of non-metallic enclosures:
Fiberglass
A thermoset polyester material reinforced with glass fibers. It is the most widely used non-metallic material in the industry. It has high impact strength and rigidity (dimensional stability), a superior working temperature range (-31˚F to 300˚F), excellent electrical properties, moisture and chemical resistance, as well as being cost effective.
Polycarbonate
High-performance thermoplastic resin processed by injection molding or sheet extrusion. It has superior impact resistance, good rigidity (dimensional stability), an extended temperature range (-31˚F to 180˚F), excellent electrical properties, fire retention, UV stability and corrosion resistance in some acidic surroundings. It is not suitable for environments with strong alkalis and organic solvents.
ABS or ABS blends
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene is a common thermoplastic polymer processed by injection molding. It has high impact resistance, but less impact resistance in cold weather compared to polycarbonate, excellent electrical properties, superior chemical and moisture resistance, but a narrower temperature range than fiberglass (-40˚F to 248˚F).
Polyester
High-performance unfilled thermal plastic processed by injection molding. It has high impact resistance, but less impact resistance in cold weather than polycarbonate, excellent electrical properties, superior chemical and moisture resistance, but a narrower temperature range than fiberglass (-40˚F to 248˚F).