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NVENT HOFFMAN ESFS278 Swing frame side, 1400
nVent HOFFMAN ESFS278 is a 27U side-mounted 19-inch swing frame for compatible 1400 mm high floor-standing enclosures, measuring approximately 1267 x 694 x 80 mm and supporting loads up to 1800 N.
£385.50
Why Choose the nVent HOFFMAN ESFS278 Side-Mounted Swing Frame?
The nVent HOFFMAN ESFS278 is a full-height side-mounted 19-inch swing frame designed to provide additional equipment mounting capacity inside compatible floor-standing electrical enclosures. Intended for 1400 mm high enclosures, it provides 27 U of rack mounting capacity while allowing convenient access to both the front and rear of installed components.
The ESFS278 uses a rigid W-shaped frame construction suitable for heavy equipment and incorporates zinc-plated 19-inch vertical profiles that provide direct earthing of mounted components. Standard 130° hinges allow the frame to swing open from either the left or right, while an adjustable upper hinge helps ensure accurate alignment during installation.
With product dimensions of approximately 1267 mm high × 694 mm wide × 80 mm deep, the ESFS278 is designed for compatible 800 mm and 1000 mm wide steel combinable enclosures. It supports a maximum load of 1800 N and is supplied with hinges and a self-positioning device for a robust professional installation.
Key Advantages
- Provides 27 U of 19-inch equipment mounting capacity inside compatible enclosures.
- Designed for 1400 mm high floor-standing enclosure applications.
- Side-mounted swinging design provides convenient front and rear equipment access.
- Supports a substantial maximum equipment load of 1800 N.
- Rigid W-shaped frame profile provides strength for heavier installed equipment.
- Zinc-plated 19-inch profiles facilitate direct earthing of mounted components.
- Standard 130° hinges provide wide access during installation and maintenance.
- Depth can be adjusted in 12.5 mm increments when installed within the compatible enclosure system.
Key Features
- nVent HOFFMAN ESFS side-mounted swing frame.
- Designed for standard 19-inch rack-mounted equipment.
- 27 U rack capacity.
- Suitable for 1400 mm high enclosures.
- Product dimensions approximately 1267 × 694 × 80 mm.
- Compatible with 800 mm and 1000 mm wide steel combinable enclosures.
- Allows left- or right-hand opening.
- Full-height grip for convenient operation.
- Standard 130° hinge opening.
- Optional ESFH180 hinges can provide 180° opening.
- 1800 N maximum load capacity.
- Supplied with a self-positioning device.
- 3 mm double-bit espagnolette lock.
- Rigid W-shaped frame profile.
- RAL 7035 structured powder-coated frame.
- Zinc-plated 19-inch vertical mounting profiles.
Flexible 19-Inch Equipment Mounting for Floor-Standing Enclosures
Side-mounted swing frames provide an effective way to integrate 19-inch rack equipment into industrial floor-standing enclosures while retaining access to equipment installed behind the frame. When the ESFS278 is opened, technicians can access both sides of the rack-mounted components as well as equipment positioned deeper inside the enclosure, simplifying installation, wiring and maintenance.
The ESFS278's hinged construction also helps optimise usable equipment depth. Compatible accessories include ESFB transversal support bars for enclosure mounting, SFMP depth mounting plates for additional support and cable routing, and ESFH180 hinges where full 180° opening is required.
Typical Applications
- Industrial 19-inch equipment installations.
- Network and communications equipment.
- Industrial control and automation enclosures.
- PLC and control system hardware.
- Data acquisition and monitoring equipment.
- Industrial networking and communications systems.
- Floor-standing electrical enclosure installations.
- Applications requiring convenient front and rear access to rack-mounted equipment.
Technical Specifications
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| Accessory Type | Mounting Frame / Bracket | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | nVent HOFFMAN | |
| Series | ESFS | |
| Model | ESFS278 | |
| Manufacturer part number | ESFS278 | |
| Product type | Side-mounted 19-inch swing frame | |
| Compatible enclosure height | 1400 mm | |
| Rack capacity | 27 U | |
| Product height | 1267 mm | |
| Product width | 694 mm | |
| Product depth | 80 mm | |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 1267 × 694 × 80 mm | |
| Compatible enclosure widths | 800 mm and 1000 mm | |
| Rack format | 19-inch | |
| Maximum load | 1800 N | |
| 19-inch vertical profile material | 2 mm zinc-plated steel | |
| Frame vertical profile thickness | 2 mm | |
| Frame horizontal profile thickness | 3 mm | |
| Frame finish | RAL 7035 structured powder coating | |
| Standard hinge opening | 130° | |
| Optional hinge opening | 180° with ESFH180 hinges | |
| Lock | 3 mm double-bit espagnolette | |
| Depth adjustment increments | 12.5 mm | |
| Pack quantity | 1 swing frame with hinges | |
| Mounting requirement | ESFB transversal support bars for mounting in compatible steel combinable enclosures | |
| EAN | 8713574205536 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nVent HOFFMAN ESFS278 used for?
The nVent HOFFMAN ESFS278 is a side-mounted 19-inch swing frame used to install rack-format equipment inside compatible floor-standing electrical enclosures while maintaining convenient access to the front and rear of the equipment.
How many rack units does the ESFS278 provide?
The ESFS278 provides 27 U of 19-inch rack mounting capacity and is intended for compatible 1400 mm high enclosures.
What are the dimensions of the nVent HOFFMAN ESFS278?
The swing frame itself measures approximately 1267 mm high × 694 mm wide × 80 mm deep. It is designed for use within compatible 1400 mm high enclosures.
What is the maximum load of the ESFS278?
The nVent HOFFMAN ESFS278 supports a maximum load of 1800 N and is supplied with a self-positioning device to support stable operation.
What is required to install the ESFS278?
The ESFS278 is intended for compatible 800 mm and 1000 mm wide steel combinable enclosures. ESFB transversal support bars are required when mounting the side swing frame in a compatible steel combinable enclosure.
Professional 19-Inch Enclosure Accessories from nVent HOFFMAN
nVent HOFFMAN ESFS side-mounted swing frames provide flexible 19-inch equipment mounting within floor-standing enclosures, combining high load capacity, hinged front and rear access, adjustable positioning and robust steel construction for industrial infrastructure applications.
