Eaton GUB6191 1 20 Instrument Housing - Hazardous Locations

Part Number: GUB6191 1 20
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Eaton Crouse-Hinds
Part number
GUB6191 1 20
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Quick Summary

GUB6191 1 20 instrument housing is a rugged enclosure for metering gear in hazardous locations. Facilities often struggle with meters installed in harsh environments, facing dust ingress, moisture exposure, and tampering risks that drive maintenance costs and downtime. This enclosure is built to meet NEC/CEC IEC standards, with NEMA ratings 3, 7, 9 and 12 and hazardous-location classifications Class I, II, and III, enabling safer operation and regulatory approvals. It supports standard meter mounting through a mounting plate and features a top conduit opening for clean cable routing. With robust ferrous construction using Feraloy iron alloy, it delivers long-term reliability, while compatible with GUB06 basic housing to scale metering installations.

Product Information

Extended Description

GUB6191 1 20 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series GUB instrument housing, Top conduit opening, Feraloy iron alloy, 3/4", Housing with mounting plate for standard meters, Used with GUB06 basic housing, 4-9/16" maximum depth
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series GUB instrument housing
Catalog Number
GUB6191 1 20
UPC
782274472201
Product Length/Depth
9.5 in
Product Height
8.75 in
Product Width
7 in
Product Weight
54.81 lb
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC IEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Division 1 Class I, Division 2 Class II, Division 1 Class II, Division 2 Class III
NEMA Rating
3 7 9 12
Type
Housing with mounting plate for standard meters
Used with
GUB06 basic housing
Trade size
3/4"
Conduit opening position
Top
Material
Feraloy iron alloy
Special features
4-9/16" maximum depth
Crouse-Hinds series GUB Explosionproof Instrument Enclosures catalog page GUB Explosionproof Instrument Enclosures UL certification IF 1112 - GUB Instrument Housings Eaton Specification Sheet - GUB6191 1 20
Feature: Top conduit opening enables clean, code-compliant cable routing. Business Impact: Reduces field wiring time and minimizes entry points for dust and moisture, improving reliability in harsh environments. Application: Ideal for panel installations and meter connections in hazardous locations. Feature: Feraloy iron alloy construction provides strong ferrous protection. Business Impact: Delivers superior impact resistance and corrosion resistance, extending service life in demanding plants. Application: Outdoor and interior metering enclosures where harsh chemicals or abrasive dust are present. Feature: Housing with mounting plate for standard meters accelerates deployment. Business Impact: Shortens installation cycles and lowers labor costs, supporting scalable meter programs. Application: Utility metering upgrades or industrial monitoring projects. Feature: Top-conduit opening position with 3/4" trade size supports versatile terminations. Business Impact: Facilitates compliant wiring practices and simplifies conduit routing. Application: Retrofit and new-build installations in chemical, oil and gas, and manufacturing facilities. Feature: NEMA ratings 3, 7, 9, 12 and NEC/IEC compliance provide regulatory alignment. Business Impact: Reduces accreditation risk and eases approvals for hazardous-area installations. Application: Hazardous-location metering and instrumentation across process industries. Insight: The GUB6191 1 20 is designed for rapid mounting with GUB06 housing, offering a modular approach to metering enclosures in evolving plants.

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FAQs

GUB6191 1 20 is designed to work with the GUB06 basic housing, sharing mounting interfaces and allowing a straightforward retrofit or upgrade path. The top conduit opening supports a clean cable entry, while the 3/4" trade size enables standard meter wiring. Field installation benefits include reduced parts handling, simplified alignment, and a common mounting footprint to minimize service time and risk.
The enclosure is certified for NEC/CEC and IEC standards, with NEMA ratings 3, 7, 9 and 12. It provides hazardous-location classifications Class I, Division 1 and 2, Class II, Division 1 and 2, and Class III, ensuring compliance for meters and instrumentation in environments like refineries, chemical plants, and mining operations.
Yes. The GUB6191 1 20 instrument housing is specifically designed for hazardous locations and explosionproof applications. Its Feraloy iron alloy construction, top conduit entry, and compatibility with standard meters enable safe metering in Class I/II/III environments while meeting required protective enclosures and regulatory standards.
Key standards to verify include NEC/CEC IEC compliance, the UL certification for explosionproof instrument enclosures, and NEMA ratings 3, 7, 9, 12. Ensure the unit is rated for Class I, Division 1 and 2, as well as Class II and III, to align with your facility's hazardous-location requirements and regulatory inspections.
The enclosure minimizes maintenance through durable Feraloy iron alloy construction and corrosion resistance, reducing replacement cycles. Its mounting plate compatibility and top conduit design shorten installation time, lowering labor costs. Combined with regulatory-compliant ratings, the unit lowers risk of noncompliance penalties and unplanned downtime, delivering a favorable return on investment over the asset life.