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VX8457.000 Rittal Baying enclosure system WHD: 600x1800x500mm single door
Rittal VX8457.000 VX25 single-door baying enclosure in stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304), measuring 1800 mm high × 600 mm wide × 500 mm deep and providing IP55 protection with side panels installed.
£1,927.22
Why Choose the Rittal VX8457.000 Stainless Steel Baying Enclosure?
The Rittal VX8457.000 is a robust VX25 stainless steel baying enclosure system designed for demanding industrial electrical, electronic and automation applications. Measuring 1800 mm high × 600 mm wide × 500 mm deep, this single-door enclosure provides a durable and configurable housing for control equipment, switchgear, drives, power distribution components and industrial automation hardware.
Manufactured from corrosion-resistant stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304), the VX8457.000 combines the modular flexibility of the Rittal VX25 platform with durable construction for industrial environments. The standard supply includes the enclosure frame, single front door, roof plate, gland plates, rear panel, mounting plate, 3 mm double-bit lock and two 18 × 39 mm punched rails.
With the appropriate side panels installed, the enclosure provides IP55 protection to IEC 60529, together with NEMA 1 and NEMA 12, UL 50E Type 1 and Type 12 and IK10 impact protection. Its bayable design allows compatible VX enclosures to be combined into larger cabinet suites, while the 499 mm × 1696 mm mounting plate provides substantial space for electrical and automation components.
Key Advantages
- Professional VX25 stainless steel baying enclosure for industrial installations.
- Compact yet spacious 1800 mm × 600 mm × 500 mm enclosure format.
- Corrosion-resistant 1.4301 (AISI 304) stainless steel construction.
- IP55 protection to IEC 60529 with side panels correctly installed.
- IK10 impact resistance for dependable mechanical protection.
- Bayable construction supports scalable multi-enclosure systems.
- Large zinc-plated mounting plate simplifies component installation.
- Reversible single door allows the hinge position to be changed from right to left.
Key Features
- Rittal VX25 baying enclosure system.
- 1800 mm enclosure height.
- 600 mm enclosure width.
- 500 mm enclosure depth.
- Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304) enclosure construction.
- Single front door with right-hand hinge, interchangeable to the left.
- 499 mm × 1696 mm mounting plate.
- IP55 protection category to IEC 60529.
- NEMA 1 and NEMA 12 protection categories.
- UL 50E Type 1 and Type 12 ratings.
- IK10 impact protection to IEC 62262.
- Door, roof and rear panel externally brushed with grain size 400.
- Automatic potential equalisation between the frame and conductive flat parts.
- 3 mm double-bit locking system.
Robust Stainless Steel Protection for Industrial Systems
Stainless steel baying enclosures provide a durable and scalable platform for electrical installations where corrosion resistance, structural rigidity and configurable interior space are important. The Rittal VX8457.000 uses AISI 304 stainless steel for the enclosure frame, door, roof, rear panel and gland plates, making it well suited to industrial installations requiring a high-quality stainless steel cabinet.
The VX25 architecture uses a symmetrical frame construction with a 25 mm pitch pattern to provide flexible mounting possibilities throughout the enclosure. The rear panel, roof and gland plates are conductively connected to the frame for automatic potential equalisation, while the depth-adjustable mounting plate provides a practical installation surface for switchgear, PLC equipment, control components and other electrical hardware.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and control systems.
- Electrical switchgear and control panels.
- PLC and industrial control installations.
- Variable speed drive and motor control systems.
- Power distribution equipment.
- Manufacturing and production machinery.
- Process control and instrumentation systems.
- Industrial environments requiring stainless steel enclosures.
- OEM machine building and system integration.
Technical Specifications
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| Door Type | Solid door | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | Rittal VX25 | |
| Device Type | Bayable enclosure | |
| Material | Stainless Steel | |
| IP Rating | IP55 | |
| Height (mm) | 1800 mm | |
| Width (mm) | 600 mm | |
| Depth (mm) | 500 mm | |
| Manufacturer | Rittal | |
| Series | VX25 | |
| Model | VX8457.000 | |
| Article number | VX 8457000 | |
| Product type | Stainless steel baying enclosure system | |
| Enclosure type | Bayable, single door | |
| Basic material | Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304) | |
| Enclosure frame | 1.5 mm stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304) | |
| Door | 2.0 mm stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304) | |
| Roof | 1.5 mm stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304) | |
| Rear panel | 1.5 mm stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304) | |
| Gland plates | 1.5 mm stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304) | |
| Mounting plate | 3.0 mm sheet steel, zinc-plated | |
| Mounting plate dimensions (W × H) | 499 mm × 1696 mm | |
| Number of doors | 1 | |
| Door hinge | Right-hand, interchangeable to left-hand | |
| Lock | 3 mm double-bit | |
| Surface finish | Door, roof and rear panel externally brushed, grain size 400 | |
| Enclosure frame and gland plate finish | Uncoated | |
| NEMA rating | NEMA 1 / NEMA 12 | |
| UL 50E type rating | Type 1 / Type 12 | |
| Impact protection | IK10 to IEC 62262 | |
| Installation format | Floor-standing / bayable | |
| Pack quantity | 1 pc | |
| Net weight | 89.2 kg | |
| Gross weight | 91.75 kg | |
| PCF per pack | 279.02 kg CO2 eq, cradle-to-gate | |
| EAN | 4028177920187 | |
| Customs tariff number | 94032080 | |
| ETIM 9 | EC000261 | |
| ECLASS 8.0 | 27180101 | |
| Approvals | Bureau Veritas, DNV, Lloyds Register, UL + C-UL listed |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rittal VX8457.000 used for?
The Rittal VX8457.000 is a stainless steel baying enclosure designed to house electrical, electronic, automation, control and power distribution equipment in industrial installations.
What are the dimensions of the Rittal VX8457.000?
The enclosure measures 1800 mm high × 600 mm wide × 500 mm deep, with a mounting plate measuring 499 mm wide × 1696 mm high.
What grade of stainless steel is used for the VX8457.000?
The enclosure frame, door, roof, rear panel and gland plates are manufactured from stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304), while the mounting plate is made from zinc-plated sheet steel.
What is the protection rating of the Rittal VX8457.000?
With the appropriate side panels installed, the VX8457.000 provides IP55 protection to IEC 60529 and has an IK10 impact protection rating.
Can the Rittal VX8457.000 be joined to other enclosures?
Yes. The VX8457.000 is part of the Rittal VX25 baying enclosure system and is designed to be combined with compatible VX enclosures to create larger cabinet suites.
Trusted Industrial Enclosure Engineering
Rittal VX25 stainless steel baying enclosures provide a robust and modular platform for professional electrical engineering, combining corrosion-resistant construction, flexible interior installation and scalable baying capabilities for demanding industrial control systems.
