Rittal SE 5842.600 Free-standing Enclosure - IP55
Part Number: 5842600
Manufacturer
Rittal
Part number
5842600
Alt Part Number
SE 5842.600
Quick Summary
Rittal SE 5842.600 free-standing enclosure provides robust protection for industrial control gear in demanding manufacturing settings. Engineers often struggle with wiring accessibility, mounting flexibility, and scalable configurations when working with large enclosures. This model combines IP55 protection, NEMA 12 enclosure integrity, and IK10 impact resistance to deliver reliable performance in harsh environments. Its VX SE compatibility and a generous 1,600 × 1,800 × 400 mm footprint translate into faster installation, simpler maintenance, and lower lifecycle costs, while supporting scalable control-panel configurations for growing automation needs.
Product Information
Extended Description
5842600 Rittal: VX SE free-standing enclosure system, WHD: 1600x1800x400 mm, sheet steel, with mounting plate, two doors at the front
Article number
SE 5842.600
Material
Enclosure: Sheet steel 1.5 mm | Door: Sheet steel, 2.0 mm | Rear panel: Sheet steel, 1.5 mm | Gland plates: Sheet steel, 1.5 mm | Mounting plate: Sheet steel, 3.0 mm
Surface finish
Enclosure, door and rear panel: dipcoat-primed, powder-coated on the outside, textured paint | Mounting plate and gland plates: Zinc-plated
Colour
RAL 7035
Supply includes
Enclosure, solid top and sides | Door(s) | R/h door hinge with single-door enclosures, may be swapped to opposite side | Mounting plate | Gland plates | Rear panel, detachable | Lock: 3 mm double-bit | 2 punched rails 18 x 39 mm | Rear panel, two-piece
Dimensions
Width: 1,600 mm | Height: 1,800 mm | Depth: 400 mm
Dimensions mounting plate (W x H)
1,499 mm x 1,696 mm
Protection category to IEC 60 529
IP 55
Protection category NEMA
NEMA 12
Type rating to UL 50E
Type 1
IK Code
IK10
Number of doors
2
Basic material
Sheet steel
Packs of
1 pc(s).
Weight/pack
232 kg
PCF per pack (cradle-to-gate)
883.9 kg CO2 eq (Cat B)
Note on PCF category
Category B: PCF value (cradle-to-gate) based on the product weight, approximately calculated and self-declared
EAN
4028177959163
ETIM 8
EC000261
ETIM 7.0
EC000261
ECLASS 8.0
27180101
Product description
VX SE free-standing enclosure system, WHD: 1600x1800x400 mm, sheet steel, with mounting plate, two doors at the front
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The VX SE free-standing enclosure uses a sheet-steel body with a powder-coated exterior that resists corrosion and wear, extending service life in harsh plant environments. This reduces maintenance cycles and unplanned downtime, benefiting panel builders and maintenance teams during long-term operations. It pairs with VX25 accessories for scalable configurations, enabling rapid reconfiguration of control cabinets as processes evolve in manufacturing lines and packaging facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Two front doors with a detachable rear panel and a robust mounting plate simplify wiring, testing, and serviceability, cutting commissioning time and improving fault isolation during start-up and routine maintenance in process automation. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The enclosure’s dimensions (W 1,600 mm × H 1,800 mm × D 400 mm) and mounting-plate size (1,499 × 1,696 mm) ensure ample internal space for high-density components, while 2 punched rails (18 × 39 mm) support flexible rack mounting in large electrical infrastructure projects. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compliance and protection are reinforced by IP55, NEMA 12, UL 50E Type 1, and IK10 ratings, giving engineers confidence in regulatory alignment and safeguarding critical drives and controllers in automotive, food & beverage, and general manufacturing environments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Integrated locking and security features plus standard components (gland plates, mounting hardware) reduce installation variance, improve repeatability across multiple sites, and lower total installed cost for controller housings in multi-site automation deployments.
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FAQs
The SE 5842.600 is designed for VX SE configurations and supports VX25 accessories, enabling scalable control-panel layouts. It includes a mounting plate (1,499 x 1,696 mm) and two mounting levels, plus two front doors and a detachable rear panel for flexible installation, wiring access, and serviceability in evolving automation applications.
SE 5842.600 carries IP55 protection, NEMA 12 enclosure rating, and IK10 impact resistance, with UL 50E Type 1 suitability. These ratings support use in dusty, moist, or wash-down capable environments typical of manufacturing floors, process automation, and plant control rooms, while maintaining safety and component integrity.
Yes. The design provides a spacious internal footprint, two doors for easy access, a detachable rear panel, and a robust mounting plate with punched rails. This configuration supports high-density components, simplified cable routing, and quick maintenance or swapping of modules without removing the entire enclosure.
The enclosure weighs 232 kg per pack and has a cradle-to-gate PCF of 883.9 kg CO2 eq (Cat B). This reflects a relatively high initial weight but improved longevity due to corrosion resistance and modular VX SE compatibility, potentially reducing replacement frequency and total lifecycle costs in long-term automation projects.
The enclosure measures 1,600 mm wide, 1,800 mm high, and 400 mm deep, with a mounting plate area of 1,499 x 1,696 mm. This geometry supports substantial internal layouts for drives, controllers, and relay racks, while the two rails (18 x 39 mm) and mounting options facilitate flexible component positioning and future expansions.