Features of NEMA 13 Enclosure
Here are some unique features NEMA 13 enclosures offer:
- No issues with dust – With these enclosures, there is no way you will have to worry about harmful or dust air particles entering components inside. Therefore, they do not default in efficiency.
- No drips or splashes – You will not need to worry about splashes or water drips when components are securely in these enclosures. Therefore, components are always safe.’
- Resists oils and coolants – NEMA 13 enclosures are built to be resistant to oils, fluids that are non-corrosive, and coolants. Therefore, no form of damage occurs.
- Perfect to be used indoors – With these enclosures, indoor use is ideal. However, it can be used also in settings where there are light water drips, and dust.
- Made to be strong – Due to the quality and strong materials used to make them, they are durable. Some of these materials include aluminum and stainless steel.
- Flexibility in mounting – You will always find that they come with alternatives for you to mount with ease on walls or surfaces. Therefore, you can easily have it installed depending on your needs.
What is NEMA 13 Enclosure
NEMA 13 enclosure are electrical cabinets designed to meet the highest safety and protection measure according to National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) for enclosures.
These electrical enclosures are just a step above NEMA 12 enclosures. A reason you can also refer to them as NEMA 12 enclosure rating.
Benefits of the NEMA 13 Enclosure
Some major benefits to consider include:
- Safety of parts within is always assured
- Enhances security
- Very easy to make use of
- Prices are reasonable to meet different needs
- Can be used in different settings or environments
Construction and Materials of the NEMA 13 Electrical Enclosure
There are many electrical enclosure material options you can choose for your NEMA 13 electrical cabinets. Some of the most common materials include:
- Steel – You will find them made from mainly galvanized steel and cold-rolled steel. This is due to their corrosion resistance and durability levels.
- Stainless steel – Mostly 304 and 316 stainless steel is used under this material due to how high its corrosion resistance is.
- Aluminum – Since it is resistant to corrosion, lighter in weight and has great thermal conductivity, it is used in making these enclosures worldwide.
- Fiberglass-reinforced polyester – Due to its properties like high level of strength, electrical insulation, corrosion resistant, and others, it is used to make NEMA 13 enclosures.
Application of NEMA 13 Enclosure
Below are some applications of NEMA 13 enclosures:
- Used in industrial and manufacturing setups in control panels, automation systems, machine tooling, motor drives and starters, etc.
- In the food and beverage industries, you can find them in food processing plants, packaging lines, bottling of beverages, etc.
- In chemical and pharmaceutical settings, they are used in chemical processing plants and pharmaceutical manufacturing plants.
- Used in production lines, painting, and coating areas in the automotive industries.
- It is used as a control system and in pumping stations for wastewater treatment plants.
- In HVAC systems, these enclosures help with air handling units and cooling tower component enclosures.
- In the transportation industry, these enclosures are used to house train and subway stations as well as airport control systems and communication components.
- Power plants
- Barns and sheds
- Mining and quarrying, etc.