Eaton PBC12 Push Button Enclosures - NEMA 12 Rating
Part Number: PBC12
Quick Summary
The Eaton PBC12 push button enclosure protects control components in industrial panels. Designed for rugged environments, it addresses common panel-space and servicing challenges with a durable carbon steel body. With a NEMA 12 rating, US origin, and a reinforced 14 gauge wall, this enclosure resists dust, moisture, and oil intrusion. Its surface mounting, external feet, hinged cover, and removable components streamline installation and maintenance, helping factories reduce downtime and maintenance costs. Ideal for control stations and process panels, the PBC12 integrates with Eaton's B-Line accessories for scalable, compliant enclosures. By choosing this enclosure, engineers gain predictable service life and easier spare parts management.
Product Information
Extended Description
PBC12 Eaton: Eaton B-Line series push button enclosures, 8.5" height, 7.5" length, 11.75" width, NEMA 12, Hinged cover, PBC enclosure, Surface mounted, Small single door, External mounting feet, Carbon steel, Oil-resistant gasket
Product Name
Eaton B-Line series push button enclosures
Catalog Number
PBC12
UPC
782051701524
Product Length/Depth
7.5 in
Product Height
8.5 in
Product Width
11.75 in
Product Weight
10.1 lb
Compliances
Not Applicable
Certifications
Not Applicable
Material
Carbon steel
Wall thickness
14 gauge
Finish color
Painted
Color
ANSI 61 gray
Style
Small single door
Model
PBC enclosure
Cover type
Hinged
Mounting method
Surface
Mounting hole details
External mounting feet
Closure type
Hinged
Special features
Removable cover, recessed pull ring, plated screws
NEMA Rating
12
Country of origin
US
Feature: Carbon steel construction with a 14 gauge wall and ANSI 61 gray painted finish provides robust mechanical protection. Benefit: Delivers durable enclosure performance in demanding environments, reducing the risk of internal damage from dust, moisture, or oil while supporting long service life in manufacturing and process settings. Application: Suitable for control panels in crowded or harsh industrial spaces where enclosure integrity is critical. Feature: NEMA 12 protection rating paired with a hinged cover and removable cover option enhances user accessibility and maintenance. Benefit: Simplifies routine inspections and component replacement, lowering maintenance time and improving uptime in packaging lines and machine assemblies. Application: Ideal where dust, dirt, and light splashes are common. Feature: Surface mounting with external mounting feet and a small single door configuration enables quick, flexible installation. Benefit: Reduces installation complexity and worksite disruption, enabling rapid retrofits in existing panels and new builds. Application: Works well for wall-mounted or equipment-side enclosures in control rooms or floor-mounted stations. Feature: Oil-resistant gasket and carbon steel construction resist typical shop-floor contaminants. Benefit: Maintains enclosure integrity and keeps electrical components compliant with environmental exposure and routine washdowns. Application: Particularly valuable in machining, automotive, and material-handling environments. Feature: Removable cover, recessed pull ring, and plated screws support fast servicing and secure access. Benefit: Improves maintenance efficiency and reduces downtime during inspections or upgrades. Application: Fits cleanroom-adjacent or assembly-line enclosures where frequent access is required. Feature: External mounting feet, surface mounting method, and Hinged closure provide practical installation options. Benefit: Enhances adaptability across diverse layouts and supports modular expansion with Eaton B-Line accessories. Application: Widely applicable to new-build panels and retrofit projects in industrial automation.
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FAQs
The PBC12 supports surface mounting with external mounting feet, allowing quick attachment to walls or equipment frames. This provides installation flexibility on irregular surfaces and simplifies retrofits. For new builds, it also integrates smoothly with standard mounting patterns used in Eaton’s B-Line systems, reducing the need for special hardware.
Yes. The enclosure is built from carbon steel with a 14 gauge wall and a painted ANSI 61 gray finish, paired with a NEMA 12 rating. This combination provides dust and oil resistance suitable for many industrial settings, including manufacturing, packaging, and processing lines, while maintaining access for routine maintenance.
The PBC12 enclosure features dimensions of 8.5 in height, 7.5 in depth, and 11.75 in width. Typical weight is around 10.1 lb, reflecting its sturdy 14 gauge carbon steel construction designed for durable enclosure performance in challenging environments.
Maintenance is facilitated by a hinged and removable cover, recessed pull ring, and plated screws for fast access. The surface-mount design with external feet enables quick removal of internal components and straightforward reassembly, reducing downtime during inspections, upgrades, or routine servicing.
Yes. The PBC12 is designed as part of the Eaton B-Line series push button enclosures, offering compatibility with standard push buttons and modular B-Line accessories. This enables scalable enclosure solutions for evolving control panels and automation systems, while maintaining consistent mounting and access interfaces.