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1STQ007631A0000 ABB PPEA1840 System pro E Power IP30 Aerated External Panel 1800 mm x 400 mm
ABB PPEA1840 System pro E Power IP30 aerated external enclosure panel measuring 1800 mm high by 400 mm wide, designed for compatible modular low-voltage electrical distribution switchboards requiring ventilation provisions.
£89.39
Why Choose the ABB PPEA1840 System pro E Power IP30 Aerated External Panel?
The ABB PPEA1840 is an IP30 aerated external panel designed for compatible ABB System pro E Power modular low-voltage electrical distribution switchboards. With nominal dimensions of 1800 mm high × 400 mm wide, this enclosure accessory provides external panel coverage while incorporating an aerated design for applications requiring ventilation within the switchboard enclosure.
As part of the ABB System pro E Power range, the PPEA1840 supports modular switchboard construction for industrial and commercial power distribution installations. Its aerated configuration is intended to facilitate airflow through suitable enclosure arrangements, helping switchboard designers accommodate ventilation requirements while maintaining the external panel structure.
The PPEA1840 is specified for IP30 enclosure configurations, providing a solution for compatible electrical distribution assemblies requiring protection against access to internal electrical components and the ingress of solid foreign objects. The achieved protection rating and ventilation performance depend on the complete switchboard design, associated components and correct installation in accordance with ABB's assembly requirements.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed aerated external panel for ABB System pro E Power switchboards.
- 1800 mm height × 400 mm width nominal dimensions for compatible modular enclosures.
- Supports IP30 enclosure protection configurations.
- Aerated panel design supports ventilation in suitable switchboard assemblies.
- Provides external enclosure coverage while allowing for an airflow-oriented panel arrangement.
- Designed for integration with compatible ABB System pro E Power components.
- Supports organised switchboard construction and consistent external panel arrangements.
- Suitable for industrial and commercial low-voltage power distribution applications.
- Useful for professional switchboard manufacturing, refurbishment and enclosure component replacement.
Key Features
- ABB System pro E Power modular switchboard accessory.
- PPEA1840 aerated external panel configuration.
- 1800 mm nominal panel height.
- 400 mm nominal panel width.
- IP30 specified enclosure protection configuration.
- Aerated construction for ventilation-oriented enclosure applications.
- Designed for compatible modular low-voltage distribution switchboards.
- Provides external panel coverage for a designated switchboard section.
- Supports the construction of ventilated electrical equipment enclosures.
- Suitable for professional electrical panel builders and switchboard manufacturers.
- Identified by ABB manufacturer order code 1STQ007631A0000.
Ventilated Enclosure Design for Modular Power Distribution Systems
Ventilation is an important consideration in the design of low-voltage electrical distribution switchboards, particularly where circuit breakers, busbars, switching devices and other electrical equipment generate heat during operation. The ABB PPEA1840 provides an aerated external panel format for compatible System pro E Power switchboard sections, supporting enclosure designs that incorporate airflow as part of their thermal management approach.
The ABB System pro E Power platform supports modular switchboard construction for industrial facilities, commercial buildings and infrastructure installations. When specifying the PPEA1840, panel builders should assess the overall enclosure arrangement, equipment heat dissipation, ventilation requirements, mounting compatibility and required ingress protection. The aerated design does not independently establish a particular cooling capacity, and the completed switchboard must be assessed against its applicable thermal and protection requirements.
Typical Applications
- ABB System pro E Power modular electrical distribution switchboards.
- Low-voltage main power distribution assemblies.
- Industrial electrical switchgear enclosures requiring ventilation provisions.
- Commercial building electrical distribution installations.
- Aerated external enclosure coverage for compatible 400 mm-wide switchboard sections.
- IP30 low-voltage enclosure configurations.
- Electrical panel building and switchboard manufacturing.
- Switchboard thermal management arrangements incorporating enclosure ventilation.
- Switchboard refurbishment and aerated enclosure panel replacement.
Technical Specifications
| Series | System pro E Power |
|---|---|
| ABB order code | 1STQ007631A0000 |
| Product description | IP30 Aerated External Panel H=1800MM W=400MM |
| Product type | Aerated external enclosure panel |
| Product category | Electrical switchboard enclosure accessories |
| Nominal panel height | 1800 mm |
| Nominal panel width | 400 mm |
| Specified enclosure protection | IP30 |
| IP30 solid-object protection | Objects of 2.5 mm diameter or greater |
| IP30 access protection | Protection against access to hazardous parts with a tool |
| Water ingress protection | No water protection specified by IP30 |
| Panel design | Aerated |
| Panel application | External switchboard enclosure coverage with provision for ventilation |
| Compatible system | ABB System pro E Power |
| Application | Modular low-voltage electrical distribution assemblies |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB PPEA1840 used for?
The ABB PPEA1840 is an aerated external enclosure panel designed for compatible ABB System pro E Power modular low-voltage electrical distribution switchboards. It provides external panel coverage while supporting ventilation-oriented enclosure designs.
What are the dimensions of the ABB PPEA1840?
The PPEA1840 has nominal dimensions of 1800 mm high × 400 mm wide, making it suitable for corresponding panel sections within compatible System pro E Power switchboard assemblies.
What does the IP30 rating mean for the ABB PPEA1840?
IP30 indicates protection against access to hazardous parts with a tool and against solid foreign objects of 2.5 mm diameter or greater. It does not specify protection against water ingress. The completed enclosure must be correctly assembled to achieve its intended protection level.
What is the advantage of an aerated external panel?
An aerated external panel supports airflow through a suitable switchboard enclosure arrangement. This can form part of a ventilation strategy for electrical distribution equipment, although the overall cooling performance depends on the complete enclosure design and installation conditions.
What is the ABB order code for the PPEA1840?
The manufacturer's order code is 1STQ007631A0000, identifying the ABB PPEA1840 System pro E Power IP30 aerated external panel with nominal dimensions of 1800 mm × 400 mm.
Trusted by Electrical Panel Builders and Switchboard Engineers Worldwide
ABB System pro E Power components support professional low-voltage electrical distribution installations across industrial and commercial environments. The PPEA1840 IP30 aerated external panel provides electrical contractors, panel builders and switchboard engineers with a dedicated enclosure accessory for compatible 1800 mm-high, 400 mm-wide modular switchboard sections, supporting external panel coverage, ventilation-oriented enclosure design and organised electrical distribution assembly.
