Rittal VX 8840.100 Enclosure - IP55
Part Number: 8840100
Manufacturer
Rittal
Part number
8840100
Alt Part Number
VX 8840.100
Quick Summary
Rittal VX 8840.100 Enclosure is a robust sheet-steel cabinet designed for industrial control panels in harsh environments. Installing equipment in tight layouts without compromising access or protection is a common challenge for panel builders and maintenance teams. With IP55 protection, IK08 impact resistance, and UL 50E Type 1 and NEMA 1 suitability, this enclosure supports reliable operation and regulatory compliance across diverse regions. The glazed front door and rear access options streamline interior installation and cable management while the powder-coated exterior enhances longevity. By combining proven Rittal quality with a standardized baying concept, the VX 8840.100 helps you accelerate assembly, reduce downtime, and lower lifecycle costs in automated factories.
Product Information
Extended Description
8840100 Rittal: VX Baying enclosure system, WHD: 800x2000x600 mm, sheet steel, without mounting plate, glazed door at the front
Article number
VX 8840.100
Material
Enclosure frame: Sheet steel, 1.5 mm | Roof: Sheet steel, 1.5 mm | Glazed door: Single-pane safety glass, 3 mm | Rear door: Sheet steel, 2.0 mm | Gland plates: Sheet steel, 1.5 mm
Surface finish
Enclosure frame: Dipcoat-primed | Door, roof and rear panel: Dipcoat-primed, powder-coated on the outside, textured paint
Colour
RAL 7035
Supply includes
Enclosure frame | Glazed aluminium door at the front (180°) | Sheet steel door at the rear (130°) | Lock front and rear: 3 mm double-bit | Roof plate | Gland plate
Dimensions
Width: 800 mm | Height: 2,000 mm | Depth: 600 mm
Protection category to IEC 60 529
IP 55
Protection category NEMA
NEMA 1
Type rating to UL 50E
Type 1
IK Code
IK08
Basic material
Sheet steel
Packs of
1 pc(s).
Weight/pack
84.2 kg
PCF per pack (cradle-to-gate)
207.5 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
4028177951365
ETIM 9
EC000261
ECLASS 8.0
27180101
Product description
VX Baying enclosure system, WHD: 800x2000x600 mm, sheet steel, without mounting plate, glazed door at the front
Glazed front door (180°) and rear steel door (130°) enable rapid visual inspection and effortless service access, reducing maintenance downtime and improving cabling accuracy in tight installations. This arrangement supports modular layout for PLCs and power distribution while allowing safe front and side work zones in crowded control rooms. The enclosure fits standard rack depths with WHD 800x2000x600 mm, providing predictable space planning and compatibility with common DIN rails and field devices, while maintaining IP55 and IK08 protection for harsh factory floors. The sheet steel construction with 1.5 mm walls and a two-step finish (dip coat primer plus powder-coated exterior) delivers robust mechanical resilience and corrosion resistance, easing cleaning and extending cabinet life. Supplied with front glazed aluminium door, rear sheet steel door, roof plate, gland plate, and lock hardware, installation is streamlined and ready for immediate wiring. The unit ships as a single pack, weighing 84.2 kg, with a cradle-to-gate PCF of 207.5 kg CO2e, enabling responsible logistics planning and lifecycle assessments. Designed for baying configurations, this enclosure offers scalable, compliant automation cabinet solutions that support growing control architectures while minimizing total cost of ownership.
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FAQs
The VX 8840.100 includes the enclosure frame with a glazed front door, a rear steel door, roof plate, gland plate, and lock hardware for front and rear access. A mounting plate is not included, so customers typically add a standard DIN rail mounting plate or purpose-built mounting solution to suit their cabinet layout and device mix.
The enclosure features IP55 protection and IK08 impact resistance, with NEMA 1 and UL 50E Type 1 compatibility. Additional identifiers include EAN 4028177951365, ETIM 9 EC000261, and ECLASS 8.0 27180101, supporting Global and North American regulatory alignment for electrical cabinets and automation panels.
Yes. With an 800x2000x600 mm interior, glazed front access for quick inspection, rear door for cable routing, and gland plates for organized entry points, this enclosure is ideal for PLCs, drives, and control electronics in demanding manufacturing environments while maintaining easy service access.
The glazed front door provides visual inspection without full door removal, while the rear door enables convenient wiring access from behind the panel. Gland plates support clean cable entry and strain relief, reducing wiring errors and downtime during routine maintenance or component swaps in busy production lines.
Each enclosure pack weighs 84.2 kg, with a single unit per pack. The PCF is 207.5 kg CO2e (Cat B), enabling more accurate lifecycle assessments and sustainability reporting for your facility while informing logistics planning and supplier footprint considerations.