Rittal SE 5855.600 Free-standing Enclosure - IP55
Part Number: 5855600
Manufacturer
Rittal
Part number
5855600
Alt Part Number
SE 5855.600
Quick Summary
Rittal SE 5855.600 Free-standing enclosure protects control gear in harsh industrial environments. Engineered from durable stainless steel, it delivers robust protection while simplifying maintenance and retrofit cycles. Operators often struggle with corrosion, limited access, and space constraints; this enclosure addresses those challenges with a stable body, two front doors, and a rear panel that’s detachable for quick service. The VX SE family compatibility enables scalable configurations, while the 1.4301 stainless steel construction and precise workmanship support long-term reliability. For engineers and procurement teams, the combination of corrosion resistance, modular expandability, and proven protection ratings translates into lower lifecycle costs and predictable installation outcomes. This model also aligns with essential standards and supports efficient panel mounting and cable management in demanding environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
5855600 Rittal: VX SE Free-standing enclosure system, WHD: 1200x2000x500 mm, Stainless Steel, 1.4301, with mounting plate, two doors at the front
Article number
SE 5855.600
Material
Enclosure: Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304), 1.5 mm, exterior brushed | Door: Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304), 2.0 mm, exterior brushed | Rear panel: Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304), 1.5 mm, exterior brushed | Gland plates: Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304), 1.5 mm | Mounting plate: Sheet steel, 3.0Â mm
Surface finish
Enclosure, door and rear panel: Brushed, grain size 400 | Gland plates: Uncoated | Mounting plate: Zinc-plated
Supply includes
Enclosure, solid top and sides | Door(s) | R/h door hinge with single-door enclosures, may be swapped to opposite side | Rear panel, detachable | Mounting plate | Gland plates | Lock: 3 mm double-bit | 2 punched rails 18 x 39 mm
Dimensions
Width:Â 1,200 mm | Height:Â 2,000 mm | Depth:Â 500 mm
Dimensions mounting plate (W x H)
1,099 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
Note
Due to the hardness of the material, we recommend using metal multi-tooth screws 2486.400 for the interior installation.
Basic material
Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISIÂ 304)
Packs of
1 pc(s).
Weight/pack
196 kg
EAN
4028177959347
ETIM 9
EC000261
ETIM 8
EC000261
ECLASS 8.0
27180101
Product description
VX SE Free-standing enclosure system, WHD: 1200x2000x500 mm, Stainless Steel, 1.4301, with mounting plate, two doors at the front
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The SE 5855.600 uses 1.4301 stainless steel, delivering exceptional corrosion resistance and a brushed exterior finish that reduces maintenance cycles in corrosive environments. This directly lowers total cost of ownership by extending enclosure life and minimizing downtime during servicing. Application: process automation and OEM machine builds in dusty or humid facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A full-width mounting plate (1,099 x 1,896 mm) and two punched rails (18 x 39 mm) enable rapid interior wiring and secure component mounting, reducing assembly time and improving fault tracing. Application: large control cabinets and modular automation skids. Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP 55, NEMA 12, and IK10 protection provide robust ingress defense and impact resistance, ensuring reliable operation in wash-down, dust-prone environments, and rugged factory floors. Application: robotics, conveyors, and packaging lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: VX SE compatibility enables baying and modular expansion without enclosure replacement, delivering scalable control housing as lines grow. Application: multi-zone automation cells. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Detachable rear panel, supply includes, and gland plates simplify cable entry and maintenance, decreasing sleeving complexity and enabling swift upgrades. Application: panel upgrades and retrofits. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Two front doors with a shared door concept plus adjustable hinges reduce maintenance overhead and facilitate front-access service. Application: standard control rooms and service bays. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Heavy-gauge stainless steel construction with precise tolerances improves long-term dimensional stability and fit for VX SE systems. Application: high-capacity enclosures in automated manufacturing.
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FAQs
The SE 5855.600 is designed to be fully compatible with Rittal VX SE baying configurations, enabling modular expansion without replacing the enclosure. This supports scalable control architectures, simplifies upgrades, and minimizes downtime when increasing cabinet capacity or adding bays in mid-/large-scale automation projects.
The enclosure offers IP55 ingress protection, NEMA 12 compliance, and IK10 impact resistance, with UL 50E Type 1 as a type rating. These ratings collectively guard against dust and water ingress, promote safe operation in industrial environments, and withstand mechanical impacts typical of factory floors.
It ships with a mounting plate (1,099 x 1,896 mm), two punched rails (18 x 39 mm), and a detachable rear panel. This combination gives flexible, secure mounting for drives, controllers, and termination hardware, while simplifying wiring and maintenance tasks with easy access to the interior.
Yes, thanks to its stainless steel construction (AISI 304, 1.4301) and IP55 rating, the enclosure tolerates wash-downs and outdoor-adjacent installations to a degree. For direct exposure to primary wash-down spray, verify additional enclosures or protective housings, but overall it’s well-suited for harsh industrial staining and moisture exposure.
Key considerations include leveraging the detachable rear panel for quick access, using the included gland plates to organize cable entries, and employing the recommended interior fasteners (e.g., metal multi-tooth screws) to ease internal mounting. The two front doors and modular rails streamline servicing, while VX SE compatibility minimizes future enclosure changes as your system expands.