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EB1556.500 Rittal E-Box WHD: 300x400x120 Sheet steel with mounting plate
Rittal EB 1556.500 is a 300 x 400 x 120 mm IP66 sheet steel wall-mounted E-Box enclosure with a zinc-plated mounting plate, 180° hinged door and 3 mm double-bit cam lock for industrial electrical and automation equipment.
Why Choose the Rittal EB 1556.500 E-Box?
The Rittal EB 1556.500 is a robust sheet steel wall-mounted electrical enclosure designed to protect electrical, control and automation equipment in demanding industrial environments. As part of the Rittal E-Box EB series, it combines a compact enclosure format with a hinged door, mounting plate and high level of environmental protection.
The enclosure and door are manufactured from sheet steel with an all-round foamed-in polyurethane seal. The enclosure is dipcoat primed and externally powder-coated with a textured RAL 7035 light grey finish, while the included mounting plate is zinc-plated to provide a durable platform for installing electrical components.
Measuring 300 mm wide × 400 mm high × 120 mm deep, the EB 1556.500 provides IP66, NEMA 4 and IK08 protection. A 180° hinged door and cam lock with a 3 mm double-bit insert provide convenient, secure access, making this enclosure suitable for industrial control systems, machine building and electrical distribution applications.
Key Advantages
- Robust sheet steel wall-mounted electrical enclosure.
- IP66 protection against dust and powerful water jets.
- NEMA 4 enclosure protection rating.
- IK08 impact resistance for demanding industrial environments.
- Includes a 275 mm × 385 mm zinc-plated mounting plate.
- 180° hinged door provides convenient access to installed equipment.
Key Features
- Rittal E-Box EB series.
- 300 mm width × 400 mm height × 120 mm depth.
- Enclosure and door manufactured from sheet steel.
- All-round foamed-in polyurethane door seal.
- IP66 ingress protection.
- NEMA 4 protection category.
- IK08 impact protection.
- External RAL 7035 textured powder-coated finish.
- Included zinc-plated mounting plate.
- Cam lock with 3 mm double-bit insert.
- 180° door hinge for convenient equipment access.
Reliable Protection for Industrial Electrical Equipment
Wall-mounted electrical enclosures provide a secure environment for control equipment, terminals, relays and other electrical components used in machinery and industrial installations. The Rittal E-Box EB combines a welded sheet steel enclosure with a sealed door to help protect installed equipment against dust, moisture and mechanical impact.
The EB 1556.500 is supplied with its mounting plate already included, providing a practical foundation for installing control and electrical components. Its 180° hinge allows the door to open fully for convenient installation and maintenance, while the interchangeable lock insert allows the standard locking arrangement to be adapted where an alternative compatible lock system is required.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control and automation systems.
- Machine building and OEM equipment.
- Electrical distribution installations.
- Control, relay and terminal equipment.
- Factory and production machinery.
- Industrial wall-mounted electrical installations.
Technical Specifications
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| Door Type | Solid cover | |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Steel | |
| IP Rating | IP66 | |
| Height (mm) | 400 mm | |
| Width (mm) | 300 mm | |
| Depth (mm) | 120 mm | |
| Manufacturer | Rittal | |
| Series | E-Box EB | |
| Model | EB 1556.500 | |
| Article number | 1556500 | |
| Product type | Wall-mounted electrical enclosure | |
| NEMA rating | NEMA 4 | |
| Impact protection | IK08 | |
| Enclosure material thickness | 1.38 mm | |
| Door material thickness | 1.25 mm | |
| Mounting plate material thickness | 2 mm | |
| Mounting plate dimensions (W × H) | 275 mm × 385 mm | |
| Enclosure finish | Dipcoat primed, externally powder-coated textured paint | |
| Mounting plate finish | Zinc-plated | |
| Colour | RAL 7035 light grey | |
| Door seal | All-round foamed-in PU seal | |
| Door opening angle | 180° | |
| Lock type | Cam lock | |
| Lock insert | 3 mm double-bit | |
| Number of locks | 1 | |
| Net weight | 6.102 kg | |
| Gross weight | 6.5 kg | |
| Pack quantity | 1 piece | |
| EAN | 4028177251793 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rittal EB 1556.500 used for?
The EB 1556.500 is a wall-mounted sheet steel enclosure designed to protect electrical, control and automation components in industrial applications.
What size is the Rittal EB 1556.500?
The enclosure measures 300 mm wide × 400 mm high × 120 mm deep and includes a 275 mm × 385 mm mounting plate.
What is the protection rating of the EB 1556.500?
The Rittal EB 1556.500 provides IP66 ingress protection, NEMA 4 protection and IK08 impact resistance.
Does the Rittal EB 1556.500 include a mounting plate?
Yes. The enclosure is supplied with a 275 mm × 385 mm zinc-plated sheet steel mounting plate for installing electrical and control components.
What locking system does the EB 1556.500 use?
The enclosure has a cam lock with a 3 mm double-bit insert. The lock insert can also be exchanged for compatible individual locking systems.
Trusted Industrial Enclosure Solutions
Rittal E-Box EB enclosures provide robust sheet steel protection for industrial electrical and automation equipment, combining high ingress protection, convenient 180° door access and an included mounting plate in a compact wall-mounted format.
