Eaton Crouse-Hinds EIH20 2 MF Enclosure - Hazardous
Part Number: EIH20 2 MF
Manufacturer
Eaton Crouse-Hinds
Part number
EIH20 2 MF
Quick Summary
The EIH20 2 MF instrument enclosure protects critical control equipment in hazardous locations. Designers and procurement teams struggle to find certified enclosures that fit a 2 in cover opening and an external 3/4 in boss while still simplifying installation. It carries NEC/CEC certification and hazardous-area ratings across Class I, Division 1 and Class II, Division 1, Class III, as well as Class I Division 2, with rugged NEMA protections up to 4X, 7, and 9, ensuring reliable performance in harsh environments. This enclosure also delivers a copper-free aluminum body and a compact footprint, balancing safety compliance with installation efficiency. For engineers and integrators, this translates to faster project timelines and lower lifecycle costs, while maintaining robust protection for instrument housings and control circuits.
Product Information
Extended Description
EIH20 2 MF Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series EIH instrument enclosure, 2" cover opening, Standard cover, Copper-free aluminum, Additional 3/4" drilled and tapped opening in external boss, cast mounting feet, 3/4" trade size
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series EIH instrument enclosure
Catalog Number
EIH20 2 MF
Product Length/Depth
5.25 in
Product Height
4.54 in
Product Width
5.25 in
Product Weight
2.8 lb
UPC
782274669434
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Division 1 Class II, Division 1 Class III Class I, Division 2 Class II, Division 2
NEMA Rating
3 9 4X 7 4
Trade size
3/4"
Cover type
Standard
Cover opening size
2 in
Material
Copper-free aluminum
Special features
Additional 3/4" drilled and tapped opening in external boss, cast mounting feet
Crouse-Hinds series EIH and EIHT Explosionproof Instrument Enclosures catalog page
EIH and EIHT Explosionproof Instrument Enclosures UL certification (Instrument Housing)
EIH and EIHT Explosionproof Instrument Enclosures UL certification (Instrument Housing)
EIH and EIHT Explosionproof Instrument Enclosures UL certification (Instrument Housing)
IF 1458 - Type EIH and EIHT Declaration of Manufacturer
IF 1458 - Type EIH and EIHT Declaration of Manufacturer
Eaton Specification Sheet - EIH20 2 MF
Copper-free aluminum construction reduces weight and minimizes corrosion in demanding environments, boosting payload capacity for field assemblies and easing handling during installation. This translates to lower transport and labor costs while maintaining a robust protective barrier for sensitive instrumentation in chemical plants and oil/gas facilities. The 2 in cover opening and 3/4 in trade size deliver flexible wiring and modular connections, simplifying wiring schedules and accelerating first-pass assembly on control panels and instrumentation enclosures. An additional 3/4 in drilled and tapped opening in the external boss expands mounting options for sensors, conduits, or accessory hardware, enabling rapid reconfiguration as process needs evolve. Cast mounting feet provide stable, vibration-tolerant mounting on benches, rails, or equipment housings, reducing tilt risk in outdoor or harsh indoor environments. Dimensions of 5.25 in by 5.25 in by 4.54 in and a weight of 2.8 lb combine compact footprint with rugged protection, ideal for space-constrained control rooms or hazardous-area installations. These features align with long-tail use cases such as explosion-proof instrumentation housings, EIH series applications, and copper-free enclosures for Class I/II/III locations, helping ensure compliance while minimizing total cost of ownership. The enclosure’s ratings support NEC/CEC compliance and diverse NEMA protections (3, 4X, 7, 4), delivering consistent performance in corrosive or wet environments. Compatibility with installation instructions and manufacturer notes, including 1458 declaration and 1179 sheets, helps streamline procurement, installation, and ongoing maintenance for industrial automation projects.
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FAQs
The EIH20 2 MF provides cast mounting feet for stable surface mounting and an external boss with an additional 3/4 inch drilled and tapped opening. This combination enables flexible mounting on panels, benches, or equipment housings, while preserving enclosure integrity and sealing in hazardous-area environments.
The enclosure measures 5.25 inches in length, 5.25 inches in width, and 4.54 inches in height, with a weight of 2.8 pounds. It features a 2 inch cover opening and a 3/4 inch trade size, suitable for compact control panels and instrument housings in challenging environments.
The EIH20 2 MF is certified for Hazardous/Classified Locations under NEC/CEC standards. It provides NEC hazardous ratings including Class I Division 1 and Class I Division 2, plus Class II Division 1, Class II Division 2 and Class III, with NEMA ratings of 3, 4X, 7, and 9, ensuring broad regulatory compliance and safe operation in demanding industries.
Eaton provides installation sheets and certification documents, including IF 1458 and IF 1179 declarations, the Crouse-Hinds instrument enclosure catalog page, and the Eaton specification sheet for EIH20 2 MF. Ul certification reports for instrument housings are also available, with listings for U.S. and Canada compliance as applicable.
Yes. UL certification for EIH instrument housings includes listings relevant to hazardous locations, with documentation indicating compliance for both U.S. and Canadian markets. This supports cross-border projects and ensures regulatory alignment for industrial installations in Canada.