Eaton Crouse-Hinds EABX36 SA Conduit Box - Hazardous
Part Number: EABX36 SA
Manufacturer
Eaton Crouse-Hinds
Part number
EABX36 SA
Quick Summary
Eaton Crouse-Hinds EABX36 SA conduit box safely houses terminations in hazardous locations across industrial equipment. This enclosure design addresses common pain points like corrosion, sealing failures, and non-compliance that disrupt production. The unit carries NEC/CEC compliance and hazardous location ratings, including Class I, Division 1 and 2, Class II, and Class III, along with a NEMA 3, 4, 7, 9 rating for rugged environments. By using copper-free aluminum and a compact X-shaped form, it combines strength with lighter weight for easier handling and faster installation. In practice, this enclosure supports reliable terminations, faster retrofit of existing systems, and safer maintenance cycles, delivering measurable reductions in downtime and compliance risk.
Product Information
Extended Description
EABX36 SA Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Condulet EAB conduit outlet box with cover, 3" cover opening diameter, Copper-free aluminum, X shape, 1"
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Condulet EAB conduit outlet box with cover
Catalog Number
EABX36 SA
Product Length/Depth
5.56 in
Product Height
5.56 in
Product Width
2.78 in
Product Weight
1.5 lb
UPC
782274945286
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Division 1 Class I, Division 2 Class II, Division 1 Class II, Division 2 Class III
NEMA Rating
3 4 7 9
Shape
X
Trade size
1"
Cover opening diameter
3"
Material
Copper-free aluminum
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Eaton Specification Sheet - EABX36 SA
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Copper-free aluminum construction delivers corrosion resistance in harsh environments, reducing maintenance costs and extending service life for equipment in hazardous locations. The X-shaped body design provides structural integrity while keeping weight down, enabling easier handling and faster field installation. A 1 inch trade size and 3 inch cover opening standardize wiring access and compatibility with common conduit fittings and covers, simplifying retrofits and stocking. With a NEMA 3, 4, 7, 9 enclosure rating and NEC/CEC compliance, this box is designed to withstand dust, water ingress, arc, and thermal stress in demanding plants such as chemical processing, mining, and oil and gas facilities. The area classification rating of Hazardous/Classified Locations enhances overall safety compliance and reduces regulatory risk. Weighing 1.5 lb and measuring 5.56 in by 5.56 in by 2.78 in, the unit balances protection with space efficiency and transportability, enabling safer, faster project deployment and lower total installed cost.
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FAQs
Install the EABX36 SA using standard conduit fittings compatible with a 1 inch trade size. Ensure proper sealing and gaskets are used to maintain NEMA 3, 4, 7, 9 integrity. Refer to IF 1730 installation sheets for EAB/EAJ Condulet Outlet Boxes to ensure mounting clearance, enclosure integrity at ingress points, and proper grounding. This approach minimizes downtime and maintains compliance in hazardous environments.
The EABX36 SA is NEC/CEC compliant and carries hazardous location ratings including Class I, Division 1 and 2, Class II Division 1 and 2, and Class III. It also has a NEMA rating of 3, 4, 7, 9, indicating protection against dust, water, corrosion, and certain explosive hazards. These certifications support safe operation in chemical, mining, and oil-and-gas environments.
Yes. The EABX36 SA is designed for compatibility within the Condulet family, including standard 1 inch trade-size conduits and 3 inch cover openings. Its copper-free aluminum construction and X-shape are optimized for quick compatibility with common Condulet covers and accessories, enabling straightforward retrofits and unbroken protection during system upgrades.
The enclosure measures 5.56 inches in length and height, 2.78 inches in width, and weighs about 1.5 pounds. This compact footprint supports tight installation locations while still providing robust protection for terminations. The dimensions align with standard Condulet mounting footprints, simplifying layout planning and reducing enclosure padding requirements in dense electrical rooms or equipment strings.
Installation instructions and datasheets are available from Eaton Crouse-Hinds. Key resources include the IF 1730 instruction sheets and the EABX36 SA specification sheet. Accessing these documents ensures correct installation, compliance with hazardous-location standards, and optimal use of the Condulet EAB series for safe, durable terminations.