Eaton Crouse-Hinds XLVS11612081 Ex-CELL Enclosure - IP66
Part Number: XLVS11612081
Manufacturer
Eaton Crouse-Hinds
Part number
XLVS11612081
Quick Summary
Ex-CELL enclosure is a rugged stainless-steel housing engineered to protect electrical and control equipment in harsh, hazardous locations. In space-constrained plants, installation time and regulatory compliance are common pain points, often slowing projects and increasing downtime. This model carries IECEx/ATEX and NEC/CEC certifications, provides IP66 ingress protection, and carries a NEMA 4X rating to support reliable operation in demanding environments. With a 16" x 12" x 8" form factor, 316L stainless steel construction, and a single gland plate, it offers long-term durability and secure mounting. These features translate to lower maintenance costs, reduced service intervals, and greater operator safety in hazardous-area installations.
Product Information
Extended Description
XLVS11612081 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Ex-CELL enclosure, 16" x 12" x 8", 316L stainless steel, 1 gland plate, Vertical lugs
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Ex-CELL enclosure
Catalog Number
XLVS11612081
Product Length/Depth
12 in
Product Height
16 in
Product Width
8 in
Product Weight
19.2 lb
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
IECEx/ATEX NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class II, Division 2 Class I, Division 2 Class I, Zone 1
NEMA Rating
4X
Ingress protection (IP) ratings
IP66
Material
316L stainless steel
Enclosure size
16" x 12" x 8"
Number of gland plates
1
Type
Vertical lugs
Crouse-Hinds series Stainless Steel Enclosures Solutions brochure
Crouse-Hinds series Ex-CELL Stainless Steel or Painted Steel Enclosures catalog page
ENK10673 Ex-Cell Operating Instructions
Eaton Specification Sheet - XLVS11612081
316L stainless steel construction provides superior corrosion resistance and extended life in chemical, petrochemical, and outdoor environments, lowering total cost of ownership while maintaining structural integrity for decades. The business impact is clear: fewer replacements, less coating maintenance, and predictable performance under thermal cycling and humidity. In practice, this enables reliable enclosure integrity in offshore facilities and mining sites, supporting compliant control cabinet protection without frequent refurbishments. IP66 and NEMA 4X protection shield sensitive components from dust, water ingress, and washdowns, delivering significant uptime gains and simplifying maintenance routines for harsh-location installations. The 16" x 12" x 8" size, one gland plate, and vertical lugs streamline early design and field mounting, reducing cabling complexity and installation time in tight spaces. The Ex-CELL platform is compatible with standard gland entries and control wiring methods, improving retrofit feasibility and field serviceability. By combining rugged aluminum-free stainless steel with proven seals and gaskets, the enclosure minimizes corrosion-driven downtime and supports long-term regulatory compliance across IECEx/ATEX and NEC/CEC schemes. Industry practitioners value the balance of robust protection and straightforward installation for hazardous-location control panels and motor starters, enabling faster project deliveries and lower lifecycle risk.
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FAQs
When deploying the XLVS11612081 in hazardous locations, plan for secure mounting using the vertical lugs and provide appropriate transition fittings for the gland plate entry. Ensure clean cable sealing with compatible gaskets and maintain clearance for access to the interior. Orientation should consider thermal dissipation and wiring routing to minimize stress on seals. Familiarize technicians with the Ex-CELL operating environment and verify compatibility with downstream devices and terminal blocks.
Key specs include 16" x 12" x 8" enclosure size, 316L stainless steel construction, one gland plate, vertical lugs, weight around 19.2 lb, IP66 ingress protection, and NEMA 4X rating. It supports hazardous-area installation (Hazardous/Classified Locations) and complies with IECEx/ATEX and NEC/CEC standards, making it suitable for Class I/II, Zone 1 environments and demanding washdown or chemical exposure scenarios.
Yes. The Ex-CELL XLVS11612081 is designed to meet IECEx/ATEX and NEC/CEC standards, providing compliance assurance for both international and North American markets. Its hazardous-location suitability includes protection ratings IP66 and NEMA 4X, making it compatible with typical electrical codes, installation practices, and wiring methods for control panels in Zone 1 and similar zones.
The 316L stainless steel body offers excellent corrosion resistance, reducing repainting and shell degradation in harsh environments. Longer service life translates to lower replacement frequency, reduced maintenance labor, and fewer regulatory inspections tied to enclosure integrity. Although upfront costs may be higher than painted steel options, lifecycle ROI improves through fewer faults, lower downtime, and sustained performance in hazardous locations.
Eaton provides installation instructions ENK10673, brochures, and datasheets covering Ex-CELL stainless steel enclosures, including the XLVS11612081. Available resources include a dedicated Ex-CELL solutions brochure, a catalog page for stainless enclosures, and the specification sheet. These documents assist with gland plate selection, mounting, wiring, sealing practices, and compliance considerations for hazardous-location installations.