
Rittal Aluminum Enclosures

Rittal aluminum enclosures stand as a testament to the company's commitment to quality, durability, and precision in design. Crafted from high-grade aluminum, these enclosures offer a lightweight yet robust solution for housing sensitive electrical components and other equipment. The inherent properties of aluminum, such as its resistance to corrosion and excellent thermal conductivity, make it an ideal material for such applications.
Rittal's aluminum enclosures are known for their resilience against environmental factors. Whether placed in outdoor settings exposed to varying weather conditions or in industrial environments with potential chemical exposures, these enclosures ensure the equipment inside remains protected. The natural anti-corrosive nature of aluminum ensures longevity and reduces maintenance needs over time.
Rittal's aluminum enclosures have a sleek and modern appearance. Their smooth finishes can seamlessly integrate into various environments, from sophisticated data centers to rugged industrial settings. The enclosures can be customized with various finishes, catering to different aesthetic preferences or functional needs.
Products
NEMA 3R, 4, 4X Enclosures
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 3R Enclosures
The NEMA definition of a 3R enclosure is as follows: ‘Enclosures constructed for either indoor or outdoor use to provide a degree of protection to personnel against access to hazardous parts, to provide a degree of protection of the equipment inside the enclosure against Ingress of solid foreign objects such as falling dirt, to provide a degree of protection with respect to harmful effects on the equipment due to the Ingress of water, rain, sleet or snow, and that will be undamaged by the external formation of ice on the enclosure.' NEMA 3R enclosures provide adequate outdoor protection while providing significant cost savings over NEMA 4 and NEMA 4X enclosures.
NEMA 4 Enclosures
They provide all of the same protections found in the NEMA 3R enclosures with two additional protection elements, protection against wind-blown dust particles and protection against hose directed water. NEMA 4 enclosures provide this additional protection using a gasket material to prevent water or dust from entering the enclosure, while the NEMA 3R enclosures rely on enclosure design and gravity to assist in diverting water and dust.
NEMA 4X Enclosures
They provide all of the same protections found in the NEMA 4 enclosures with one added protection element, corrosion resistance. NEMA 4X enclosures are typically made of either stainless steel or fiberglass.