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1STQ007640A0000 ABB PPLA1820 IP30 Aerated External Panel 1800 mm Height 625 mm Width System pro E Power
ABB PPLA1820 is an IP30 aerated external panel measuring 1800 mm in height and 625 mm in width, designed to provide an external covering with provision for airflow in compatible System pro E Power modular low-voltage switchboards.
£178.95
Why Choose the ABB PPLA1820 IP30 Aerated External Panel?
The ABB PPLA1820 is an IP30 aerated external panel designed for compatible ABB System pro E Power modular low-voltage switchboard assemblies. Featuring a nominal height of 1800 mm and width of 625 mm, this panel combines an external enclosure covering function with an aerated design intended to support ventilation within suitable electrical distribution cabinets.
Part of ABB's System pro E Power switchboard accessory range, the PPLA1820 provides a coordinated solution for enclosure configurations where ventilation is required. Its aerated construction allows air movement through the panel openings, helping support thermal management arrangements when incorporated into a properly designed switchboard.
Identified by ABB order code 1STQ007640A0000, the PPLA1820 is specified as an IP30 aerated external panel with a height of 1800 mm and width of 625 mm. It is intended for professional switchboard manufacturers, electrical panel builders and distribution engineers working with compatible ABB System pro E Power enclosure systems.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed aerated external panel for ABB System pro E Power switchboards.
- IP30 protection designation for compatible enclosure configurations.
- 1800 mm nominal height for the specified switchboard arrangement.
- 625 mm nominal width for compatible enclosure layouts.
- Aerated panel design supports airflow through the external enclosure covering.
- Helps accommodate ventilation requirements in suitably engineered switchboard assemblies.
- Supports coordinated modular low-voltage switchboard construction.
- Provides an external panel solution for compatible electrical distribution cabinets.
- Suitable for professional electrical panel building and switchboard manufacturing.
- Genuine ABB System pro E Power accessory identified by manufacturer order code.
Key Features
- ABB PPLA1820 aerated external panel.
- Part of the ABB System pro E Power modular switchboard range.
- Ingress protection designation: IP30.
- Nominal height: 1800 mm.
- Nominal width: 625 mm.
- Panel construction: Aerated external panel.
- Designed to allow airflow through the panel openings.
- Intended for compatible low-voltage electrical distribution enclosures.
- Supports integration with appropriate ABB switchboard structures and accessories.
- Suitable for switchboard ventilation arrangements subject to thermal design requirements.
- ABB manufacturer order code: 1STQ007640A0000.
Aerated Enclosure Design for Switchboard Ventilation
Low-voltage switchboards may contain circuit breakers, busbar systems and other electrical equipment that generate heat during operation. Effective thermal management is therefore an important consideration when designing electrical distribution assemblies. The ABB PPLA1820 provides an aerated external panel for compatible System pro E Power switchboards, allowing air movement through its ventilation openings.
The panel's specified dimensions of 1800 mm height and 625 mm width support selection for compatible enclosure layouts. Its IP30 designation indicates protection against access with a tool and the ingress of solid foreign objects of 2.5 mm diameter or greater, but does not provide rated protection against water.
Ventilation performance depends on the complete switchboard design, including airflow paths, internal heat generation, installation conditions and any additional cooling equipment. The PPLA1820 is a passive aerated panel rather than a powered cooling device. The final enclosure's ingress protection and thermal performance must be assessed for the complete assembly in accordance with applicable ABB instructions.
Typical Applications
- ABB System pro E Power modular switchboard assemblies.
- Low-voltage electrical distribution cabinets requiring aerated external panels.
- Compatible IP30 switchboard enclosure configurations.
- Electrical distribution assemblies incorporating passive ventilation arrangements.
- Industrial power distribution switchboards.
- Commercial building electrical distribution systems.
- Switchboard installations requiring consideration of internal heat dissipation.
- Professional electrical panel building and enclosure assembly.
- Modular switchgear cabinet construction.
- Compatible switchboard refurbishment and aerated panel replacement.
Technical Specifications
| Series | System pro E Power |
|---|---|
| ABB order code | 1STQ007640A0000 |
| Product type | Aerated external switchboard panel |
| Product category | Ventilated Switchboard Panels and Accessories |
| Nominal height | 1800 mm |
| Nominal width | 625 mm |
| Ingress protection designation | IP30 |
| IP30 solid-object protection | Objects of 2.5 mm diameter or greater |
| Water protection digit | 0 — no rated water protection |
| Panel design | Aerated |
| Compatible switchboard system | ABB System pro E Power |
| Suitable for | Modular low-voltage electrical distribution switchboards |
| Application | External enclosure covering with provision for airflow |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB PPLA1820 used for?
The ABB PPLA1820 is an IP30 aerated external panel designed for compatible ABB System pro E Power modular low-voltage switchboards, providing an external enclosure covering with provision for airflow.
What are the dimensions of the ABB PPLA1820?
The PPLA1820 has a specified nominal height of 1800 mm and width of 625 mm.
What is the ingress protection rating of the PPLA1820?
The panel is specified as IP30. The final ingress protection rating of the complete switchboard depends on its full enclosure configuration and correct installation.
What does an aerated external panel do?
An aerated external panel provides openings that allow air to move through a compatible enclosure covering. It can support passive ventilation arrangements, although actual cooling performance depends on the complete switchboard design.
Does the ABB PPLA1820 include a cooling fan?
The PPLA1820 is identified as an aerated external panel, not a powered ventilation unit. A fan is not specified as part of the product description.
Is the ABB PPLA1820 suitable for outdoor installation?
The specified IP30 classification does not provide rated water protection. Outdoor suitability must not be assumed and would require a suitably designed and verified complete enclosure.
Which ABB switchboard system uses the PPLA1820?
The PPLA1820 belongs to the ABB System pro E Power modular low-voltage switchboard range.
What is the ABB manufacturer order code for the PPLA1820?
The manufacturer order code is 1STQ007640A0000, identifying the IP30 aerated external panel with a nominal height of 1800 mm and width of 625 mm.
Does the aerated panel guarantee adequate switchboard cooling?
No. The panel provides a means for air movement, but adequate cooling depends on the complete thermal design, equipment heat losses, airflow paths and installation conditions.
Can the ABB PPLA1820 be installed in any electrical enclosure?
No. The PPLA1820 is intended for compatible ABB System pro E Power switchboard configurations. Structural compatibility, dimensions, ventilation requirements and installation instructions must be checked before use.
Trusted by Electrical Panel Builders and Distribution Engineers
ABB System pro E Power components are designed for electrical panel builders, switchboard manufacturers and distribution engineers who require coordinated modular solutions for low-voltage power distribution. The ABB PPLA1820 IP30 aerated external panel provides a dedicated enclosure accessory for compatible switchboard assemblies, supporting professional construction and ventilation-conscious electrical distribution designs.
