Eaton PBP42 Push Button Enclosure - NEMA 12 Rating
Part Number: PBP42
Quick Summary
The Eaton PBP42 push button enclosure is designed to house control stations and push-button assemblies in industrial panels. Manufacturers often struggle with exposed controls, corrosion, and difficult maintenance access in tight or dusty environments. This enclosure delivers a NEMA 12 rating for indoor dust and oil resistance, is US-made, and uses a 14-gauge carbon steel shell with an oil-resistant gasket. With hinged covers and a surface-mount design, it supports easy wiring, quick serviceability, and durable operation in demanding environments. The combination of robust construction and practical mounting options helps OEMs and maintenance teams reduce downtime while maintaining clean, accessible control stations. It also aligns with common B-Line installation practices and complements other Eaton enclosure offerings for scalable automation infrastructure.
Product Information
Extended Description
PBP42 Eaton: Eaton B-Line series push button enclosures, 21" height, 6" length, 17.5" width, NEMA 12, Hinged cover, PBP enclosure, Surface mounted, Medium single door, External mounting feet, Carbon steel, Oil-resistant gasket
Product Name
Eaton B-Line series push button enclosures
Catalog Number
PBP42
UPC
782051702101
Product Length/Depth
6 in
Product Height
21 in
Product Width
17.5 in
Product Weight
32.8 lb
Compliances
Not Applicable
Certifications
Not Applicable
Material
Carbon steel
Wall thickness
14 gauge
Finish color
Painted
Color
ANSI 61 gray
Style
Medium single door
Model
PBP 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: NEMA 12 rated enclosure made from 14-gauge carbon steel with an oil-resistant gasket → Business Impact: Provides reliable dust and oil resistance for indoor industrial settings, extending service life and reducing maintenance costs → Application: Suitable for factory floors, machine bays, and assembly lines where exposure to particulates and oils is common. Feature: 21 in height, 17.5 in width, 6 in depth with surface mounting and external mounting feet → Business Impact: Maximizes wiring space and simplifies installation on walls or equipment frames, accelerating panel builds and field retrofits → Application: Ideal for control stations in conveyors, presses, and packaging lines requiring straightforward access. Feature: Hinged cover, removable cover, recessed pull ring, and plated screws → Business Impact: Easier maintenance and wiring changes without compromising enclosure integrity or security → Application: Frequent service environments and modular automation setups where rapid access matters. Feature: Painted ANSI 61 gray finish and US origin → Business Impact: Consistent appearance, corrosion protection, and traceability for quality-led projects → Application: Panel shops and OEM builds prioritizing standardization and regional sourcing.
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FAQs
The PBP42 is designed for surface mounting with external mounting feet, matching standard B-Line configurations. Its 21 in height and 17.5 in width provide ample wiring space while the hinged cover and removable back panel simplify field wiring and reconfiguration without removing the enclosure from the wall or cabinet.
Key specs include a NEMA Rating of 12 for indoor dust and oil resistance, 14-gauge carbon steel walls, 21 in x 17.5 in x 6 in dimensions, and a painted ANSI 61 gray finish. It features a hinged cover, surface mounting, external mounting feet, and oil-resistant gasket for enhanced sealing.
Yes. With a NEMA 12 rating and an oil-resistant gasket, the enclosure provides protection against dust, light splashes, and oilborne contaminants, making it well-suited for manufacturing floors, machines, and packaging lines where fluids and particulates are common.
Plan for periodic hinge and latch checks, gasket integrity inspection, and access to the removable cover for wiring changes. The hinged cover and removable back features enable quick maintenance without disassembly, while plated screws resist corrosion in oily environments.
The PBP42 reduces downtime through fast service access, extends component life with robust carbon steel construction, and supports repeatable installation practices. Its standard dimensions and US origin streamline procurement and compatibility across Eaton’s B-Line family, delivering predictable installation costs and reliable long-term performance.