Rittal 9405600 Ex enclosure IP66 and robust NEMA 4X
Part Number: 9405600
Quick Summary
Rittal 9405600 Ex enclosure protects electrical cabinets in hazardous environments. This stainless-steel housing delivers reliable protection for control gear and automation components in industrial settings, reducing risk of dust, water, and chemical ingress while maintaining accessibility for maintenance. The enclosure carries IEC Ex PTB 09.0035U and PTB 02 ATEX 1082U certifications, along with IP66 and NEMA 4X ratings, providing compliance in hazardous zones. With its hinged door and mounting plate, installation is straightforward, and the 600x600x210 mm WHD footprint fits standard rack layouts. The combination of corrosion-resistant stainless steel 1.4301 and foam-in silicone seals supports long service life even in demanding environments. This delivers lifecycle cost savings and improved uptime for automation projects.
Product Information
Extended Description
9405600 Rittal: KEL Ex enclosure, WHD: 600x600x210 mm, Stainless steel 1.4301, with mounting plate, Empty enclosure with hinged door
Article number
KEL 9405.600
Design
Ex enclosures
Material
Enclosure: Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304) | Door: Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304), all-round foamed-in silicone seal | Mounting plate: Sheet steel
Surface finish
Enclosure: Brushed, grain 400, peak-to-valley height < 0.8 µm | Mounting plate: Zinc-plated
Supply includes
Enclosure | Door | Mounting plate
Dimensions
Width: 600 mm | Height: 600 mm | Depth: 210 mm
Dimensions mounting plate (W x H)
549 mm x 570 mm
Certificate IEC EX PTB 09.0035U
Yes
Certificate PTB 02 ATEX 1082U
Yes
Basic material
Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304)
Lock
Lock version: Cam | Number of locks: 2 | Lock insert: 3 mm double-bit
IP protection category to IEC 60 529
IP 66
Protection category NEMA
NEMA 4X
Type rating to UL 50E
Type 1
Packs of
1 pc(s).
Weight/pack
25.2 kg
Customs tariff number
94032080
EAN
4028177138803
ETIM 9
EC002503
ECLASS 8.0
27180502
Product description
KEL Ex enclosure, WHD: 600x600x210 mm, Stainless steel 1.4301, with mounting plate, Empty enclosure with hinged door
Feature: Stainless steel construction with hinged door and mounting plate → Business Impact: Excellent corrosion resistance and mechanical durability in tough environments, reducing maintenance frequency and extending cabinet life → Application: Control panels in chemical processing, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage facilities. Feature: IP66 and NEMA 4X protection ratings → Business Impact: Superior ingress protection against dust, water spray, and harsh wash-down cycles, lowering risk of equipment damage → Application: Outdoor installations, wash-down areas, and dirty industrial floors. Feature: Ex enclosure design with ATEX/IEC Ex certification → Business Impact: Regulatory compliance simplifies asset approval and safety documentation → Application: Hazardous-area automation in oil, gas, and chemical sectors. Feature: Compact 600x600x210 mm footprint with mounting plate 549x570 mm → Business Impact: Flexible mounting in standard enclosures layouts, fast deployment, and reduced cabinet rework → Application: Customizable control housings for PLCs, drives, and I/O modules. Feature: Security and protection with two locks and 3 mm double-bit inserts → Business Impact: Enhanced physical security against tampering, protecting critical control logic and power feeds → Application: Critical infrastructure and process control panels. Feature: Weight and packaging (25.2 kg per pack) → Business Impact: Manageable load for installation teams, enabling safer handling and faster installation → Application: On-site retrofits and new-build automation projects. Feature: Supplied components—enclosure, door, mounting plate—→ Business Impact: Streamlined procurement and reduced assembly time, lowering project lead times → Application: Panel builders and systems integrators delivering certified cabinets quickly.
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FAQs
Begin by aligning the enclosure with the intended mounting surface and securing the installation using standard fasteners aligned with the 549 mm x 570 mm mounting plate pattern. Attach the door with the two-lock system, verify the silicone seal seating for IP66 integrity, and ensure any internal components are mounted to the supplied mounting plate for safe clearance and service access.
The KEL Ex enclosure carries IEC Ex PTB 09.0035U and ATEX PTB 02 1082U certifications, confirming suitability for hazardous zones. It also features IP66 ingress protection and NEMA 4X environmental protection, ensuring robust performance in wash-down and corrosive environments, with UL 50E Type 1 compatibility for certain configurations.
Yes. The combination of IP66 and NEMA 4X protection, stainless steel 1.4301, and Ex certifications makes it ideal for food processing environments with stringent hygiene and wash-down requirements. Its hinged door and mounting plate support quick panel integration while maintaining compliance with industry safety standards.
This enclosure complies with IEC Ex PTB 09.0035U and ATEX PTB 02 1082U, supports UL 50E Type 1 where applicable, and provides IP66/NEMA 4X protection. These standards simplify regulatory approval for hazardous-area installations and help ensure safe operation of automation equipment in high-risk environments.
Stainless steel 1.4301 offers excellent corrosion resistance and mechanical strength, extending service life in challenging environments. Combined with foam-in silicone seals and brushed surface finish, it minimizes ingress risk and simplifies cleaning, leading to lower maintenance costs and fewer replacement cycles for critical control panels.