Rittal VX 8453.000 Enclosure System - IP55 IK10

Part Number: 8453000
Manufacturer
Rittal
Part number
8453000
Alt Part Number
VX 8453.000

Quick Summary

Rittal VX 8453.000 is a stainless steel enclosure system designed to protect electrical assemblies in harsh industrial environments. It addresses common pain points such as corrosion, space constraints, and interior mounting challenges faced during panel upgrades. The enclosure carries IP55 protection, IK10 impact resistance, and UL 50E Type 1/NEMA 1 certifications, helping meet global codes and safety requirements. Manufactured from stainless steel 1.4301, it delivers durability and cleanability in demanding settings, reducing maintenance cycles. With a complete supply including mounting plate, doors, rear panel, roof plate, gland plates, and rails, the VX 8453.000 enables fast deployment and scalable integration in machine-build and process-automation projects.

Product Information

Extended Description

8453000 Rittal: VX Baying enclosure system, WHD: 1200x1800x500 mm, stainless steel, 1.4301, with mounting plate, two doors at the front
Article number
VX 8453.000
Material
Enclosure frame: Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304), 1.5 mm | Roof: 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, 3.0 mm
Surface finish
Enclosure frame and gland plates: Uncoated | Door, roof and rear panel: Exterior brushed, grain size 400 | Mounting plate: Zinc-plated
Supply includes
Enclosure frame | Door(s) | Door hinged on the right, may be swapped to the left | Roof plate | Gland plates | Rear panel | Mounting plate | Lock: 3 mm double-bit | 2 punched rails 18 x 39 mm
Dimensions
Width: 1,200 mm | Height: 1,800 mm | Depth: 500 mm
Dimensions mounting plate (W x H)
1,099 mm x 1,696 mm
Protection category to IEC 60 529
IP 55
Protection category NEMA
NEMA 1
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 (AISI 304)
Packs of
1 pc(s).
Weight/pack
172 kg
PCF per pack (cradle-to-gate)
423.8 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
4028177920163
ETIM 9
EC000261
ECLASS 8.0
27180101
Product description
VX Baying enclosure system, WHD: 1200x1800x500 mm, stainless steel, 1.4301, with mounting plate, two doors at the front
Feature: High-grade stainless steel construction (1.4301) provides outstanding corrosion resistance and durability in washdown or chemical-containing environments. Business Impact: Longer service life, lower replacement costs, and reduced maintenance downtime. Application: Suitable for process automation, packaging lines, and rugged factory floors where exposure to moisture or chemicals is common. Feature: IP55 protection, IK10 impact resistance, NEMA 1 and UL 50E Type 1 compliance deliver robust electrical housing protection. Business Impact: Regulatory alignment, safer panel interiors, and minimized risk of ingress for sensitive electronics. Application: Industrial controls and automation cabinets in active production lines. Feature: Complete mounting hardware included (mounting plate, door(s), roof plate, gland plates, rear panel, rails). Business Impact: Faster installation, lower field labor, and turnkey integration. Application: New builds and retrofits where time-to-commission is critical. Feature: Two front doors with right-hand hinge (swappable to left). Business Impact: Flexible access and streamlined maintenance without cabinet relocation. Application: Control panels needing versatile installation in confined spaces. Feature: Dimensions 1200 x 1800 x 500 mm with mounting plate 1099 x 1696 mm. Business Impact: Clear fit for standard control panels and modular rack systems, reducing integration risk. Application: Machine enclosures and automation cabinets. Feature: Weight 172 kg per pack and cradle-to-gate PCF 423.8 kg CO2 eq (Cat B). Business Impact: Transparent logistics planning and sustainability benchmarking for project documentation. Application: Large-volume shipments and environmental reporting.

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FAQs

The enclosure ships with a mounting plate and two front doors, hinged on the right by default. The doors can be swapped to the left, enabling easy retrofits into existing frames or new installations without rework. This flexibility simplifies site wiring and panel access in constrained spaces.
VX 8453.000 measures 1200 mm wide, 1800 mm high, and 500 mm deep. It uses stainless steel grade 1.4301 (AISI 304) for the enclosure frame and related components, with IP55 protection, IK10 impact resistance, NEMA 1, and UL 50E Type 1 classifications to meet industrial standards.
Yes. The IP55 rating provides protection against dust ingress and water jets from all directions, while IK10 ensures significant impact resistance. Combined with corrosion-resistant stainless steel, this enclosure is well-suited for demanding factory floors, washdown zones, and outdoor-adjacent installations where reliability is critical.
The package includes the enclosure frame, two doors, roof plate, gland plates, rear panel, mounting plate, lock, and double-pit punched rails. For interior mounting, Rittal notes using metal multi-tooth screws (2486.400) due to material hardness, ensuring secure, vibration-resistant panel assembly.
VX 8453.000 complies with IP55 and IK10 protection levels, NEMA 1 and UL 50E Type 1 standards, and uses stainless steel 1.4301. This combination supports regulatory compliance for global automation projects and helps streamline safety assessments during procurement.