AX plastic Ex enclosures

Certified safe – New AX plastic Ex enclosures for outdoor hazard zones

AX plastic Ex enclosures from Rittal set new standards when it comes to applications in explosion hazard areas, be it the petrochemicals industry, energy sector or dust-laden environments. These modern enclosures offer exceptional protection for sensitive controllers in zones 1 or 2 or 21 and 22, such as refineries or drilling platforms.

Explore the features of our AX plastic Ex enclosures

Supplied with numerous mounting lugs, the AX plastic Ex enclosure offers straightforward, flexible interior installation options, in keeping with the tried-and-tested Rittal system concept.

Interior installation on a 25 mm pitch pattern with universal bracket for mounting punched sections and rails.

  • The mounting plate is easily screw-fastened onto the pre-assembled bolts from the front
  • Easy earthing of the mounting plate, even retrospectively, using machined keyholes
  • Printed pitch pattern for easier component mounting
  • The double seal with integral rain protection strip on the top and bottom edges of the door protects from dust and rainwater. This, combined with a high level of UV resistance, ensures suitability for outdoor use, even under extreme conditions.
  • Protection category IP 65 / NEMA 4X.
     
  • Wall mounting brackets are easily secured from the outside while retaining the UL approval.
  • Alternatively, the pole clamp can be screw-fastened directly into the external threaded inserts.
     

The integral door reinforcement frame is equipped with mounting lugs for even greater mounting flexibility.

Compatibility with Rittal system accessories means that punched sections, rails and wiring plan pockets, etc. can be fitted directly to the inside of the door.

Simple mounting of a door stay without additional machining to secure the door in the open position.

AX plastic Ex enclosures are available from stock for fast delivery, allowing you to respond rapidly to project requirements.

Discover more about the AX plastic Ex enclosure and get the ultimate in safety and reliability for use in explosion-prone environments.

Focus on reliability:

  • Approved to Zones 1 and 2 / 21 and 22 to 2014/34/EU
  • Explosion protection category to EN 60 079 (Ex e) and enclosure protection (Ex tb)
  • UL 746 for F1 outdoor and UL 508A for industrial enclosures
  • Fire protection: UL 94 V-0 certified
  • All-insulated to class II at 1000 V DC for personal protection

AX plastic Ex enclosures reliably meet all the aforementioned approvals and guarantee the highest safety standards.