Eaton WIUXM-1GY While-in-Use Cover - NEMA Compliant

Part Number: WIUXM-1GY
Manufacturer
Eaton
Part number
WIUXM-1GY

Quick Summary

The Eaton WIUXM-1GY While-in-Use cover provides durable weather protection for live terminations in industrial and commercial environments. This accessory helps technicians keep exposed outlets shielded during maintenance, reducing outage risk and operator exposure. While it is documented as NEMA compliant, its rugged, extra-duty die-cast aluminum construction is designed for wet environments and outdoor installations. This combination supports reliability targets, extends equipment life, and simplifies regulatory compliance. For engineers and procurement teams, the WIUXM-1GY delivers flexible mounting options, compatibility with standard 1-gang wallplates, and straightforward installation that reduces total cost of ownership.

Product Information

Extended Description

WIUXM-1GY Eaton: Eaton While-In-Use Extra Duty Cover Diecast 1G Gray
Product Name
Eaton While-in-Use cover
Catalog Number
WIUXM-1GY
UPC
032664006524
Product Length/Depth
3.45 in
Product Height
5.92 in
Product Width
3.97 in
Product Weight
0.01 lb
Compliances
NEMA Compliant
Special features
3.125 in deep, Extra Duty
Type
While-in-use weather protective cover
Cutout
Multiple Configurations
Orientation
Horizontal, vertical
Wallplate size
Standard
Color
Gray
Environmental conditions
Wet
Mounting method
Surface
Number of gangs
1
Material
Die cast aluminum
Feature: Die-cast aluminum, extra-duty construction. Business Impact: Superior durability in harsh conditions reduces replacement cycles and service calls. Application: Outdoor enclosures and wet environments where live terminals require protection during maintenance.\n\nFeature: 1-gang, standard wallplate compatibility with surface mounting. Business Impact: Easier retrofit and faster installation, minimizing labor time and hardware substitutions. Application: Plants and facilities deploying standard 1-gang outlets in control panels and weather-protected enclosures.\n\nFeature: Multiple cutout configurations with horizontal or vertical orientation. Business Impact: Flexible integration across diverse layouts, lowering design-time engineering effort. Application: Retrofit projects and new builds with varying wiring schemes.\n\nFeature: Weather-protective design with extra-duty rating. Business Impact: Enhanced reliability in wet environments reduces downtime and maintenance frequency. Application: Outdoor stations, conveyors, and field-mounted equipment in harsh industrial settings.\n\nFeature: Dimensions and mounting compatibility (3.45 in depth, 5.92 in height, 3.97 in width). Business Impact: Predictable enclosure fitment, minimizing clearance concerns and avoiding rework. Application: Surface-mounted installations that require a compact, 1-gang protective cover.\n\nFeature: NEMA-compliant protection. Business Impact: Aligns with standard electrical safety requirements, supporting compliance-driven procurement. Application: Facilities with regulatory oversight seeking proven weather protection for live-terminals.

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FAQs

Install the WIUXM-1GY by securing the cover to a 1-gang, surface-mount enclosure using standard fasteners. It offers horizontal or vertical orientation to match your mounting footprint, and the cutout options support multiple configurations for easy retrofit or new installations.
Yes. The WIUXM-1GY is designed for standard 1-gang wallplates, providing straightforward compatibility and minimizing the need for adapters or special hardware during installation.
The cover is NEMA compliant and intended for wet environments, making it suitable for outdoor or damp-location applications where live-terminals must remain protected during maintenance.
Industries with outdoor electrical infrastructure, such as manufacturing facilities, facilities management, and utility/controls environments, benefit from reduced maintenance, improved safety, and extended equipment life when using this cover over live terminations.
Choose the horizontal or vertical mounting option that best fits your enclosure footprint, verify the 1-gang wallplate compatibility, and ensure the cover is properly sealed for wet conditions to maximize reliability and minimize maintenance frequency.