Rittal 8618341 Enclosures & Electrical Infrastructure - 180° Hinges
Part Number: 8618341
Manufacturer
Rittal
Part number
8618341
Alt Part Number
VX 8618.341
Quick Summary
Rittal 8618341 180° hinges extend the door opening to 180° for VX enclosures without machining, enabling full access during installation and service. This accessory addresses the common challenge of restricted access in tight or crowded installations, reducing downtime and rework. The product carries UL 50E Type 1 compliance and aligns with ETIM EC001167 and ECLASS 8.0 27409219 classifications to support consistent procurement and engineering workflows. Designed for sheet steel doors on VX enclosures, the hinges come in a four-pack with predictable weight per pack, simplifying stocking and logistics. In short, this solution enhances installation speed, maintenance efficiency, and long-term reliability in industrial environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
8618341 Rittal: VX 180° hinges, steel, surface finish: Chrome-copper-nickel
Article number
VX 8618.341
Product description
To extend the door opening angle to 180°, without machining.
Material
Precision-cast steel
Surface finish
Chrome-copper-nickel
Supply includes
Assembly parts
Door opening angle
180°
Note
The doors must be hinged on the same side when enclosures are bayed.
Suitable for door variant
Sheet steel door
To fit enclosure type
VX
Type rating to UL 50E
Type 1
Packs of
4 pc(s).
Weight/pack
0.185 kg
Customs tariff number
83021000
EAN
4028177954038
ETIM 9
EC001167
ECLASS 8.0
27409219
Product description
VX 180° hinges, steel, surface finish: Chrome-copper-nickel
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The VX 180° hinge extension enables a full 180° door swing, delivering unobstructed access to components and interiors; this directly reduces maintenance time and minimizes risk during servicing in confined spaces. Application: ideal for service routines on VX enclosure lines where rapid access is essential and downtime carries high cost. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Precision-cast steel with chrome-copper-nickel surface finish provides strong wear resistance and corrosion protection; it improves durability in harsh environments and lowers long-term replacement costs. Application: suitable for harsh factory floors, outdoor cabinets, and humid production areas where surface finish matters. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Includes assembly parts and packs of four, simplifying on-site logistics and ensuring consistent installation across multiple enclosures. Application: supports fast onboarding of maintenance teams and reduces SKU sprawl. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compatibility with sheet steel doors and VX enclosure types ensures a precise fit and reliable performance; no rework is needed during retrofits. Application: accelerates upgrades and enables scalable enclosure modernization. Feature → Business Impact → Application: UL 50E Type 1 rating and standardized classifications (ETIM EC001167, ECLASS 8.0 27409219) provide compliance reassurance and streamlined procurement. Application: ensures regulatory alignment for electrical enclosures and improves supplier onboarding. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Pack weight of 0.185 kg per pack and four-pack packaging simplify inventory planning and shipping. Application: easy to stock and distribute across multiple sites with predictable handling requirements.
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FAQs
Installation is straightforward and designed to avoid machining. The VX 180° hinge set includes assembly parts, reducing the need for special tools. Verify door variant is sheet steel and ensure hinges are mounted on the same side when bayed. The four-pack simplifies multi-door retrofits and minimizes downtime during upgrades.
UL 50E Type 1 signifies compliance with a recognized standard for electrical enclosures, providing defined protection and performance criteria. For the VX 8618.341 hinges, this certification offers confidence in safe operation for general-purpose industrial environments, supporting risk management and regulatory alignment in electrical cabinet installations.
Yes, the VX 180° hinges are specifically suitable for sheet steel doors on VX enclosures. Each pack contains four hinges with assembly parts included, designed for quick and repeatable installations. The steel construction with chrome-copper-nickel finish delivers durable performance in demanding environments.
The hinges are made from precision-cast steel with a chrome-copper-nickel surface finish, chosen for wear resistance and corrosion protection. This combination supports reliable performance in industrial settings, reduces corrosion-related maintenance, and extends service intervals for movable door mechanisms.
By enabling a full 180° door swing without machining and including ready-to-install assembly parts, the hinges speed up commissioning and service access. This reduces down- time, simplifies maintenance tasks, and supports scalable upgrades across multiple VX enclosures while maintaining consistent fit and function.