Air-conditioned Field Cabinets (Location Cases)

Air-Conditioned Field Cabinets and Location Cases are designed to house and cool sensitive data network and electrical equipment in harsh outdoor environments. They are rated to IP55 and designed to prevent unauthorised access and vandalism while keeping contents cool to ensure protection in the toughest conditions. Our Air-Conditioned Field Cabinets and Location Cases are based on our standard Field Cabinets and incorporate an internally-mounted air-conditioner that is designed for the cooling needs of outdoor electrical cabinets. The air conditioner is housed in a separate compartment from the 19” rack compartment and is accessible via a recessed side door with special louvred vent hood to enhance air flow. The cooled 19” rack compartment is rated to IP55 and is accessible via front and rear doors. The Air-Conditioned Field Cabinet and Location Case is ideal for a wide variety of applications.

Features and Specifications

Protection: IP55 IK10

Standards (& Conformities): IEC/EN 60529, IEC/EN 62208, EIA-310-D, RoHS, AS/NZS 60335.2.40:2019, AS/NZS 60335.1:2020, CE, UKCA, SAA203165

Material:

– Body and Plinth: 2.0mm galvanised steel sheet
– Doors: 2.0mm galvanised steel sheet
– 19” Data Rack Rails: 1.5mm galvanised steel sheet
– Gland Plate: 3.0mm aluminium
– Enclosure Seal: Polyurethane

Body:

The robust monoblock body is fabricated using 2.0mm galvanised steel sheet. The body is fitted with rain hood/sunshield, plinth and 4 x lifting eye bolts. Flat face sealing surfaces are provided to increase seal life. A 3.0 mm galvanised steel split gland plate is also incorporated into the bottom face. A segmented compartment is provided to house the air-conditioner. Precision automated manufacturing equipment ensures accuracy and consistent high quality.

Doors:

The front and rear doors are fabricated using 2.0mm galvanised steel sheet and are designed to provide flush recessed mounting to prevent vandalism and unauthorised access. The doors incorporate concealed removable hinges with captive pins. They are designed for a 110° opening and are provided with heavy duty door stays.

19″ Data Rack Rails:

Front and rear 19″ data rack rails are fabricated from 1.5mm galvanised steel sheet.

Seals:

High quality Polyurethane foamed in place (FIP) full perimeter door seals provide excellent sealing over a long life.

Locks:

Each door includes a 3 point locking system with key-lock swing handle. A full range of locking solutions are available upon request.

Gland Plate:

3mm aluminium split gland plates are incorporated into the bottom of the enclosure for cable management.

Surface Treatment:

UL approved epoxy polyester powder coated with a smooth finish. 80-120 micron average thickness.

Colour:

RAL 7035 Grey. (A full range of other colour options are available upon request. Refer to Electrical Enclosure Colours.)

Air Conditioner:

IP Enclosures SAA approved compact air conditioners are designed for the cooling needs of outdoor electrical cabinets. They have been designed for high efficiency and low maintenance and include a condenser fan controller and pressure controller for the compressor.

Certificates:

IEC 60529 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures: Certificate AB-0386-T 2009.33.02/00
IEC/EN 62208 Empty Enclosures for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies: Certificate
0366932-TSE-01/01
CE Certificate of Compliance: Certificate SZL-21 MA 13338-1
UKCA Certificate of Compliance: Certificate SZU-22MA19560-1