Eaton Crouse-Hinds NCS13 Enclosure - NEMA 3 4X 7 12
Part Number: NCS13
Quick Summary
The NCS13 enclosure from Eaton Crouse-Hinds delivers rugged control enclosure capabilities for hazardous-location environments in industrial automation. Field crews often wrestle with protecting sensitive control electronics while meeting strict regulatory requirements in challenging plant floors. This unit carries NEC/CEC compliance and a Class I, Division 2 hazardous rating, paired with a versatile NEMA 3 4X 7 12 rating to withstand dust, water, and chemical exposure. Its compact dimensions and light 2.5 lb weight simplify installations, while the 3 circuits and 1/2 inch trade size enhance wiring efficiency. This enclosure is well-suited for control panels and automation racks, helping you minimize downtime, reduce maintenance costs, and accelerate commissioning in hazardous locations.
Product Information
Extended Description
NCS13 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series NCS enclosure, 3, Dead end, 1/2"
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series NCS enclosure
Catalog Number
NCS13
UPC
782274088785
Product Length/Depth
3.81 in
Product Height
11.75 in
Product Width
4.38 in
Product Weight
2.5 lb
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Division 2
NEMA Rating
3 4X 7 12
Number of circuits
3
Style
Dead end
Trade size
1/2"
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Eaton Specification Sheet - NCS13
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The NCS13 enclosure is built to withstand hazardous-location environments with NEC/CEC compliance and a Class I, Division 2 rating, providing peace of mind for safety-critical control panels in petrochemical plants and refineries. This translates to reduced regulatory risk and lower insurance costs while enabling reliable operation of automation circuits in demanding conditions. Application: oil & gas facilities, chemical processing lines, and heavy manufacturing where rugged protection is non-negotiable. Feature → Business Impact → Application: With a 3-circuit capacity and 1/2" trade size, the NCS13 streamlines wiring and minimizes cabinet real estate, cutting installation time and labor costs during panel assembly and expansion. Application: incremental automation upgrades and retrofit projects in busy control rooms where space is at a premium. Feature → Business Impact → Application: NEMA ratings of 3 4X 7 12 deliver broad protection against dust, water ingress, corrosion, and impact, enhancing equipment longevity and reducing maintenance frequency. Application: outdoor or harsh indoor environments such as loading docks, chemical plants, and offshore facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Dead end style and compact form factor simplify integration with existing control architectures, enabling fast field mounting and straightforward retrofits. Application: new control stations and replacement enclosures in upgraded automation lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Industry-standard dimensions and a lightweight 2.5 lb weight improve transportability and installation ergonomics, decreasing on-site handling time and accelerating commissioning. Application: rapid deployment in temporary or mobile automation skids where setup speed matters.
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FAQs
The NCS13 enclosure is designed for control panels and automation deployments in hazardous locations, particularly where Class I, Division 2 ratings are required. It carries NEC/CEC compliance and NEMA ratings suitable for environments with dust, moisture, and chemical exposure. This makes it ideal for oil and gas, chemical processing, and other heavy industrial applications seeking robust protection for electronics and control devices.
Key specifications include a three-circuit capacity, dead-end style design, and a 1/2 inch trade size. Dimensions are 11.75 inches in height, 4.38 inches in width, and 3.81 inches in depth, with an approximate weight of 2.5 pounds. It carries NEC/CEC standards, a Class I, Division 2 hazardous rating, and NEMA ratings of 3, 4X, 7, and 12, making it compact yet highly protective.
NCS13 is designed to satisfy NEC/CEC requirements for hazardous locations, specifically Class I, Division 2. This compliance ensures electrical equipment operates safely in classified environments, reducing regulatory risk for installers. The enclosure’s construction and ratings align with recognized safety standards, facilitating inspection readiness and reliable integration into compliant control systems.
Yes. The NCS13 supports three electrical circuits and features a 1/2 inch trade size, enabling standard wiring and knockout compatibility for common control components. This supports straightforward panel wiring, easier field connections, and efficient space utilization within compact control enclosures used in hazardous locations.
Plan for compliant installation by verifying that the enclosure’s hazardous-location rating (Class I, Division 2) matches the user’s environment, and ensure mounting supports the NEMA protection level needed for your site. Consider space constraints given its dimensions (11.75" x 4.38" x 3.81"), the weight, and the 3-circuit capacity to optimize panel layout and wiring routes in automation systems.