FAQ - Frequently asked questions
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FAQ
Our standard enclosures have a wide range of enclosures in different sizes. More information about our standard enclosure solutions can be found here.
In addition, we manufacture customized enclosures according to customers' wishes. The ratings of the enclosures are maintained when customized in the dimensions of the standard enclosures.
All enclosures and cabinets are made of metal.
Material options
- Stainless steel, AISI 304
- Stainless steel, AISI 316L
- Steel
- Galvanized steel
- Aluminium
Casemet offers a design support for customization of enclosures and for manufacture of customer-specific sheet metal and electromechanical assemblies.
Yes. Our selection includes the Cubo Outdoor Cabinet. More information about Cubo OC can be found here.
NEMA is a commercial organization of electronic products in the United States. UL (Underwriters Laboratories) uses NEMA-defined standards and test methods to test the enclosures and issuing the UL certificate for the enclosures.
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| NEMA 1 |
Enclosures constructed for indoor to provide a degree of protection of the equipment inside the enclosure against ingress of solid foreign objects (falling dirt).
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NEMA 12
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Enclosures constructed for indoor to provide a degree of protection of the equipment inside the enclosure against ingress of solid foreign objects (falling dirt and circulating dust, lint, fibers, and flyings) and to provide a degree of protection with respect to harmful effects on the equipment due to the ingress of water (dripping and light splashing).
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NEMA 13
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Enclosures constructed for indoor to provide a degree of protection of the equipment inside the enclosure against ingress of solid foreign objects (falling dirt and circulating dust, lint, fibers, and flyings); to provide a degree of protection with respect to harmful effects on the equipment due to the ingress of water (dripping and light splashing); and to provide a degree of protection against the spraying, splashing, and seepage of oil and non-corrosive coolants.
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NEMA 3R
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Enclosures constructed for outdoor to provide a degree of protection of the equipment inside the enclosure against ingress of solid foreign objects (falling dirt); to provide a degree of protection with respect to harmful effects on the equipment due to the ingress of water (rain, sleet, snow); and that will be undamaged by the external formation of ice on the enclosure.
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| NEMA 4 |
Enclosures constructed for indoor or outdoor to provide a degree of protection of the equipment inside the enclosure against ingress of solid foreign objects (falling dirt and windblown dust); to provide a degree of protection with respect to harmful effects on the equipment due to the ingress of water (rain, sleet, snow, splashing water, and hose directed water); and that will be undamaged by the external formation of ice on the enclosure.
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| NEMA 4X |
Enclosures constructed for indoor or outdoor to provide a degree of protection with respect to harmful effects on the equipment due to the ingress of water (rain, sleet, snow, splashing water, and hose directed water); that provides an additional level of protection against corrosion; and that will be undamaged by the external formation of ice on the enclosure.
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We use polyurethane or silicone gaskets in our enclosures.
Operating temperatures of gasket materials:
- Polyurethane -40 - +80
- Silicone -50 - +150
Yes, Cubo E and Cubo F enclosures have DNV GL approvals.
The corrosion resistance of the enclosure consists of the enclosure´s material used and the surface treatment (painting).
Polyester powder paint is used in the painting of the enclosures.
We offer a wide range of paint colours and customer-specific colours according to customers' wishes.
Our range of accessories is wide. For information on the accessories for each Cubo enclosure, see the product page for that enclosure. Eg Cubo E accessories.
The metals used as materials are fully recyclable.
All enclosures are manufactured in Finland.
Yes. For ous products, that are often customer-specific in terms of both material and dimensions, a carbon footprint can be calculated. For more information, please contact Enclosure Product Manager Aki Hyyryläinen at +358 50 535 3796, aki.hyyrylainen(at)casemet.fi.