Rittal 5846600 Free-standing Enclosure - IP55
Part Number: 5846600
Manufacturer
Rittal
Part number
5846600
Alt Part Number
SE 5846.600
Quick Summary
Rittal 5846600 Free-standing enclosure provides rugged, secure housing for electrical and automation gear in industrial environments. This design minimizes field assembly challenges by delivering a complete enclosure with roof and sides as a single piece, reducing installation time and alignment issues. It carries IP55, NEMA 12, IK10, and UL 50E Type 1 ratings, ensuring reliable performance in harsh conditions while meeting common regulatory requirements. The VX SE system is configurable with VX25 accessories, enabling scalable expansion and efficient cable management. Built with a sheet-steel body and a detachable rear panel, it delivers predictable maintenance needs and long-term value for high-availability control panels in demanding environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
5846600 Rittal: VX SE Free-standing enclosure system, WHD: 1800x2000x500 mm, Sheet steel, with mounting plate, double door at the front
Article number
SE 5846.600
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: 1,800 mm | Height: 2,000 mm | Depth: 500 mm
Dimensions mounting plate (W x H)
1,699 mm x 1,896 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
282 kg
PCF per pack (cradle-to-gate)
1,074.4 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
Customs tariff number
94032080
EAN
4028177959170
ETIM 9
EC000261
ETIM 8
EC000261
ECLASS 8.0
27180101
Product description
VX SE Free-standing enclosure system, WHD: 1800x2000x500 mm, Sheet steel, with mounting plate, double door at the front
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The VX SE Free-standing enclosure system uses a single-piece roof and side construction, which reduces field assembly time and misalignment risks, delivering faster project completion and lower labor costs for panel builds. This supports scalable deployments in manufacturing lines and process automation where reliability and speed matter. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A large enclosure width with a mounting plate and rear panel enables flexible internal layouts; engineers can optimize equipment placement, improving cooling efficiency and cable management for high-density control cabinets in packaging, handling, and robotics. Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP55, NEMA 12, and IK10 protection provide robust ingress protection and impact resistance, ensuring compliance with industrial standards while minimizing downtime due to environmental exposure in outdoor or semi-enclosed areas. Feature → Business Impact → Application: VX25 accessory compatibility and two punched rails (18 x 39 mm) streamline customization, enabling quick integration of drives, sensors, and PLCs with minimal adapter hardware, reducing total project cost and installation risk. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Powder-coated exterior with zinc-plated mounting plate and gland plates improves corrosion resistance and service life, lowering maintenance costs and extending interval cycles for OEMs, machine builders, and system integrators.
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FAQs
The 5846600 uses a VX SE free-standing enclosure system with a mounting plate (1,699 x 1,896 mm) and rear panel, plus gland plates and two punched rails (18 x 39 mm). It supports VX25 accessories for scalable configurations, simplifying layout changes and future expansion without major rework.
Yes. The enclosure provides IP55 protection and NEMA 12 compliance, along with IK10 impact resistance, making it appropriate for dusty and wet industrial environments while protecting internal electronics from dust, water, and mechanical impact.
VX SE enables fast configuration with a single-piece roof and sides, reducing field assembly steps. The system supports pre-mounted components and VX25 accessories, which accelerates wiring, testing, and commissioning for automation panels in production lines.
Key dimensions are WHD 1800 x 2000 x 500 mm, with a mounting plate area of 1,699 x 1,896 mm. The unit includes two doors, a detachable rear panel, mounting plate, gland plates, and rails. Weight per pack is 282 kg; overall durability is enhanced by sheet steel construction and powder-coated exterior.
The enclosure features UL 50E Type 1, IP55, NEMA 12, and IK10, signaling suitability for indoor control panels with reliable protection against dust and incidental moisture and robust mechanical durability. This supports compliant, long-term operation in regulated industrial environments and simplifies integration with UL-listed components.