Rittal VX 8617.503 Baying Connector - IP 55 rated
Part Number: 8617503
Quick Summary
The Rittal VX 8617.503 Baying Connector enables external mounting for VX enclosure sections. This solution addresses the challenge of maintaining enclosure integrity while allowing accessible baying joints in tight or exposed environments. It carries UL 50E Type 1 certification and IP 55 protection, supporting safe operation in harsh conditions. The stainless steel construction (1.4301 / AISI 304) delivers corrosion resistance, while the included seal and assembly parts simplify installation. With these features, integrators can reduce maintenance intervals and ensure compliant, durable baying across VX and VX IT enclosures, delivering reliable performance in industrial automation and electrical control panels.
Product Information
Extended Description
8617503 Rittal: VX Baying connector, external, stainless steel, 1.4301
Article number
VX 8617.503
Product description
For mounting on the vertical enclosure sections from the outside.
Material
Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304)
Supply includes
Baying connector, external | Baying seal | Assembly parts
Note
1 pack is sufficient for one baying joint
To fit
Enclosure type: VX | VX IT
Type rating to UL 50E
Type 1
IP protection category to IEC 60 529
IP 55
Packs of
6 pc(s).
Weight/pack
0.96 kg
Customs tariff number
73269098
EAN
4028177919358
ETIM 9
EC002622
ECLASS 8.0
27189263
Product description
VX Baying connector, external, stainless steel, 1.4301
Feature → Business Impact → Application: Robust external attachment using stainless steel 1.4301 provides excellent corrosion resistance and longevity in challenging environments, reducing replacement costs and downtime for outdoor or wash-down areas. This enables long-life external baying joints on VX enclosures in harsh conditions, such as manufacturing floors or outdoor electrical rooms. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Complete supply includes baying connector, external seal, and assembly parts, which streamlines procurement and speeds up installation, cutting on-site labor time for panel builds and retrofit projects. Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP 55 protection and UL 50E Type 1 ratings ensure compliant, safe operation of external baying joints, minimizing risk of ingress and electrical faults during routine maintenance and service. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Fits VX and VX IT enclosure families, reducing compatibility concerns during upgrades, retrofits, or new builds while enabling standardized baying across portfolios. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Pack configuration of 6 pieces per pack and a weight of 0.96 kg per pack supports efficient warehousing and logistics, improving stock control and reducing freight costs for distributors and system integrators.
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FAQs
To install the VX 8617.503 Baying Connector, verify enclosure type VX or VX IT, align the external mounting with the baying joint, and secure using the supplied assembly parts. The package includes the baying connector, baying seal, and assembly components, with one pack suitable for each baying joint. Refer to the DE/EN/FR instructions for detailed torque specifications and sealing guidance.
Yes, the baying connector is specified to fit VX and VX IT enclosure types. This compatibility streamlines upgrades or retrofits and helps maintain a consistent external joint standard across different VX family products, reducing part proliferation and minimizing install complexity.
The baying connector delivers IP 55 protection per IEC 60 529, guarding the joint against dust and water ingress. It also carries UL 50E Type 1 recognition, indicating suitability for enclosures used in electrical equipment assemblies and contributing to regulatory compliance for external mounting.
The supply comprises the external baying connector, a baying seal, and assembly parts, all supplied in packs of six pieces. Each pack weighs 0.96 kg, enabling efficient stocking and shipping for distributors and installers while ensuring quick redeployment on site.
Using the VX 8617.503 reduces installation time and BOM complexity by standardizing external baying joints across VX enclosures. The corrosion-resistant stainless steel 1.4301 construction supports longer service life in harsh environments, while IP 55 and UL 50E Type 1 compliance minimize maintenance risk and support regulatory requirements for outdoor or exposed installations.