Eaton 863.5-12LC JIC Panel Enclosure - NEMA 12
Part Number: 863.5-12LC
Quick Summary
The Eaton 863.5-12LC JIC panel enclosure protects electrical controls in industrial facilities. Maintenance teams often battle water ingress, dust intrusion, and gasket failures that drive downtime and costly field service. It carries UL 508A and CSA C22.2 certifications with a NEMA 12 rating, signaling robust compliance for harsh factory environments. Its wall-mount design, external mounting feet, and carbon steel construction—with ANSI 61 gray painted finish—support durable, serviceable control housings while enabling straightforward installation and future upgrades. For panel builders, its precise dimensions and screw-cover access reduce field rework and accelerate project timelines without sacrificing protection.
Product Information
Extended Description
863.5-12LC Eaton: Eaton B-Line series JIC panel enclosure, 8" height, 3.5" length, 6" width, NEMA 12, Screw cover, 12LC enclosure, Wall mount, Small single door, External mounting feet, Carbon steel, Seamless poured in-place gasket
Product Name
Eaton B-Line series JIC panel enclosure
Catalog Number
863.5-12LC
UPC
782051730500
Product Length/Depth
3.5 in
Product Height
8 in
Product Width
6 in
Product Weight
4.3 lb
Certifications
UL 508A CSA C22.2. NEMA
Material
Carbon steel
Wall thickness
16 gauge
Finish color
Painted
Color
ANSI 61 gray
Style
Small single door
Model
12LC enclosure
Cover type
Screw
Mounting method
Wall
Mounting hole details
External mounting feet
Closure type
Semi-hinged
Special features
Jack chain,panel mount provisions,plated doorclamp
NEMA Rating
12
Country of origin
US
Feature: Compact 8 in height, 6 in width, 3.5 in depth with a 4.3 lb weight in a 16 gauge carbon steel enclosure. Benefit: Enables a small footprint without compromising strength, freeing space in tight electrical rooms. Application: Ideal for compact control panels on production lines and machine frames. Feature: NEMA 12 rating with seamless poured-in-place gasket and screw cover. Benefit: Delivers reliable dust and moisture protection, reducing maintenance calls. Application: Suitable for indoor industrial environments with moderate moisture and particulate exposure. Feature: Wall mounting with external feet and a semi-hinged closure. Benefit: Simplifies mounting, alignment, and maintenance access, shortening commissioning time. Application: Wall-mounted control cabinets in crowded equipment rooms. Feature: Painted ANSI 61 gray finish over carbon steel. Benefit: Enhances corrosion resistance and visibility, extending service life in demanding plants. Application: Factory floors and roofed/interior installations where appearance and durability matter. Feature: Special features including jack chain, panel mount provisions, and plated door clamp. Benefit: Improves panel integration and door security, reducing rework during upgrades. Application: Routine refurbishments and scalable control layouts in evolving automation lines.
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FAQs
The 863.5-12LC is designed for wall mounting with external mounting feet, enabling flexible placement in tight electrical rooms. The 8 in x 6 in x 3.5 in footprint pairs with a lightweight 4.3 lb body, simplifying installation and reducing the need for heavy lifting or complex mounting brackets. This makes it ideal for compact control panels on machines and constrained equipment spaces.
This Eaton enclosure is certified to UL 508A and CSA C22.2 standards and carries a NEMA 12 rating. These certifications confirm suitability for indoor industrial environments, dust and moisture resistance, and electrical safety compliance, helping meet regulatory requirements for diverse manufacturing settings.
Yes. The NEMA 12 rating, combined with a seamless poured-in-place gasket and screw-cover closure, provides effective protection against dust and light moisture ingress typical of indoor factories. This makes it appropriate for control panels in production areas where cleanliness and protection are concerns.
The enclosure measures 8 in tall, 6 in wide, and 3.5 in deep, with a weight of approximately 4.3 lb. It uses wall-mounting feet for straightforward alignment, and features a screw cover and semi-hinged door for convenient access during commissioning and maintenance.
Key features include the semi-hinged door for easy access, a screw cover for quick cover replacements, external mounting feet for flexible positioning, and panel mount provisions plus jack chain. Together these elements reduce downtime, simplify reconfigurations, and support scalable integration as automation layouts evolve.