Rittal VX 8438.000 Enclosure - 19in Adaptor Front
Part Number: 8438000
Manufacturer
Rittal
Part number
8438000
Alt Part Number
VX 8438.000
Quick Summary
The Rittal VX 8438.000 Enclosure is a 19in electronic housing for control panels and 482.6 mm equipment. When space is tight and wiring complexity grows, you need flexible mounting options and reliable protection to maximize uptime. Look for standardised classifications like ETIM EC000261 and ECLASS 27180101 to ensure interoperability, while confirming practical features for field install. In addition, this enclosure supports 42 U of component mounting height, powder-coated finish, and 600x2000x800 mm WHD, delivering tangible business value. Its front-frame and rear-door arrangement enables easy service with minimized downtime. For procurement teams, the robust, RAL 7035-coloured enclosure aligns with compliant manufacturing standards and modular automation layouts.
Product Information
Extended Description
8438000 Rittal: VX Electronic enclosure, WHD: 600x2000x800 mm, sheet steel, with hinged front frame, with adaptor sections 19", single door at the rear
Article number
VX 8438.000
Material
Enclosure frame: Sheet steel, 1.5 mm | Roof: Sheet steel, 1.5 mm | Front frame: Extruded aluminium sections with die-cast corner pieces | Rear door: Sheet steel, 2.0 mm | Gland plates: Sheet steel, 1.5 mm | Adaptor sections, 482.6 mm (19"): Sheet steel, 2 mm
Surface finish
Enclosure frame: Dipcoat-primed | Roof and rear door: Dipcoat primed, powder-coated on the outside, textured paint | Front frame: Powder-coated | Gland plates: Zinc-plated
Colour
RAL 7035
Supply includes
Enclosure frame | Front frame (r/h hinge, held on the left via magnetic snap fasteners) | Rear door (r/h hinge, may be swapped to opposite side) | Roof plate | Gland plates | Adaptor sections, 482.6 mm (19"), front
Dimensions
Width: 600 mm | Height: 2,000 mm | Depth: 800 mm
Installation height for components
42 U
Packs of
1 pc(s).
Weight/pack
72.2 kg
PCF per pack (cradle-to-gate)
177.9 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
4028177920248
ETIM 9
EC000261
ECLASS 8.0
27180101
Product description
VX Electronic enclosure, WHD: 600x2000x800 mm, sheet steel, with hinged front frame, with adaptor sections 19", single door at the rear
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The VX 8438.000 includes 482.6 mm (19") adaptor sections mounted at the front, enabling modular 19in equipment placement and straightforward expansion. This supports scalable automation layouts, reduces retrofit complexity, and speeds up project timelines for control panels and distributed I/O. Application: Industrial automation cabinets and machine housings where incremental I/O and future upgrades are anticipated. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Hinged front frame and a rear door with flip-side swap capability provide rapid access to internal components, cutting maintenance time and enabling faster changeovers in high-availability lines. Application: OEM assemblies and packaging lines that require quick fault isolation and serviceability. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Multilayer sheet steel construction with varied thickness (1.5–2.0 mm) and a robust rear door ensures mechanical rigidity and reliable enclosure integrity in demanding environments. Application: Heavy-duty industrial control panels and power distribution enclosures in manufacturing cells. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Powder-coated exterior, dip-coated primed interior, and zinc-plated gland plates deliver durable protection against corrosion and dust ingress, helping to extend service life in harsh facilities. Application: Enclosures in automotive, food & beverage, and process industries where environmental resilience matters. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Generous 600x2000x800 mm WHD and 42U installation capacity optimize space planning and equipment layout for complex automation systems. Application: Large control cabinets and PLC racks with 19in components. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Supplied with front frame, rear door, roof plate, gland plates, and adaptor sections in one package reduces project coordination and on-site procurement time. Application: New-builds and retrofits that require a complete, ready-to-install enclosure solution. Feature → Business Impact → Application: ETIM and ECLASS aligned classifications support procurement data quality and interoperability with ERP systems. Application: Engineering and purchasing workflows that rely on standardized product data for BOMs and MRO planning. Long-tail keywords integrated: Rittal 19in enclosure, 482.6 mm adaptor sections, WHD 600x2000x800, 42U installation height, powder-coated enclosure, RAL 7035 color, 19in control cabinet, modular enclosure, sheet steel enclosure, gland plates, front frame for 19in equipment.
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FAQs
VX 8438.000 provides 482.6 mm (19") adaptor sections at the front and a hinged front frame with a rear door that can be swapped to the opposite side. The package includes the enclosure frame, front frame, rear door, roof plate, gland plates, and front adaptor sections, enabling standard 19in equipment integration and straightforward field upgrades.
The enclosure frame is 1.5 mm sheet steel, with 1.5 mm roof and 2.0 mm rear door; adaptor sections are 2 mm. Surfaces are dipcoat-primed on the frame, roof and rear door are primed and powder-coated externally with a textured finish, front frame is powder-coated, and gland plates are zinc-plated, all in RAL 7035.
Yes. The installation height for components is 42 U, and the enclosure offers substantial internal space with 600x2000x800 mm WHD, making it suitable for larger control panels, PLC racks, and multiple 19in modules within a single cabinet, while preserving service access via the front frame and rear door.
The data lists ETIM 9 EC000261 and ECLASS 8.0 27180101 classifications for interoperability and data accuracy. However, formal certifications such as CE, IP ratings, or SIL readiness are not specified in the provided data; verify with Rittal for applicable regulatory compliance relevant to your region and use case.
Modular 19in adaptor sections, front-frame access, and a rear-door design reduce installation and maintenance time, lowering total cost of ownership. Powder-coated finish and zinc-plated gland plates enhance durability, reducing replacement cycles. The 42U capacity supports scalable automation layouts, improving space utilization and enabling easier future upgrades without cabinet replacement.