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7GDS288820R0000 ABB 288820 External Cover
ABB 288820 External Cover, order code 7GDS288820R0000, is a mechanical equipment covering component in ABB product group GT intended for installation and replacement at designated external locations within compatible industrial electrical equipment assemblies.
£313.76
Why Choose the ABB 288820 External Cover?
The ABB 288820 External Cover, manufacturer order code 7GDS288820R0000, is a mechanical covering component intended for use in compatible ABB industrial electrical equipment assemblies. Identified within ABB product group GT, this manufacturer-specific component provides a clearly identified spare part for equipment configurations requiring ABB part number 288820.
External covers form part of the physical construction of industrial electrical equipment, providing covering for designated exterior areas of an enclosure, compartment or equipment assembly. Depending on the equipment design, these components may help maintain the intended enclosure arrangement, provide a physical boundary around internal equipment areas and support the completeness of the finished installation.
For electrical panel builders, industrial maintenance engineers and switchgear service technicians, accurate component identification is essential when selecting replacement covers. The ABB 288820 External Cover can be specified using its unique manufacturer order code, 7GDS288820R0000, helping distinguish it from other ABB enclosure panels, side covers and mechanical assembly accessories.
Key Advantages
- ABB manufacturer-specific external cover intended for compatible industrial electrical equipment assemblies.
- Part number 288820 supports accurate component identification during maintenance and procurement.
- ABB order code 7GDS288820R0000 enables precise spare-part ordering.
- Provides physical covering for a designated exterior area of compatible electrical equipment.
- Supports the intended mechanical arrangement and completeness of manufacturer-specified assemblies.
- Useful for replacing missing, damaged or unsuitable external covers where this exact component is specified.
- Suitable for manufacturer-approved equipment construction, servicing and refurbishment.
Key Features
- ABB 288820 External Cover product designation.
- Manufacturer order code: 7GDS288820R0000.
- ABB product group: GT.
- Mechanical covering component for compatible industrial electrical equipment.
- Intended for a manufacturer-specified external position within an equipment assembly.
- Supports physical covering of the designated exterior equipment area.
- Passive mechanical component requiring no independent electrical power supply.
- Suitable for replacement of the corresponding manufacturer-specified ABB external cover.
- Unique ABB part identification supports compatibility verification and spare-part traceability.
The Role of External Covers in Industrial Electrical Equipment
Industrial electrical assemblies incorporate a range of mechanical components that establish the intended enclosure structure and compartment arrangement. External covers are used at designated locations to provide physical covering around equipment areas and help maintain the configuration specified by the equipment manufacturer.
The ABB 288820 External Cover is identified for installations requiring this particular ABB component. Its precise mounting location, orientation and relationship to adjacent panels or structural elements depend on the design of the compatible equipment assembly. The applicable ABB drawings should be used to determine how the cover is fitted.
Correct external cover selection is important because enclosure components may differ in overall dimensions, fixing-hole positions, edge profiles, material, finish and mounting orientation. Covers with similar descriptions are not necessarily interchangeable. Using the specified manufacturer part helps avoid incorrect substitutions during equipment servicing and refurbishment.
An external cover may contribute to the physical enclosure arrangement, but the product designation alone does not establish a specific ingress protection rating, electrical insulation classification, impact resistance or arc-fault performance. These properties depend on the design of the complete equipment assembly and the correct installation of any associated fasteners, seals or other specified components.
When replacing an external cover, maintenance personnel should inspect the surrounding equipment structure and fixing points for damage or misalignment. The replacement component should be verified against ABB part number 288820 and order code 7GDS288820R0000. Work should be performed by suitably qualified personnel with the equipment safely isolated and in accordance with the relevant ABB maintenance procedures.
Typical Applications
- Compatible ABB industrial electrical equipment assemblies.
- Manufacturer-specified external enclosure covering arrangements.
- Industrial switchgear and electrical distribution equipment requiring ABB part number 288820.
- Replacement of existing ABB 288820 external covers.
- Electrical panel construction and equipment refurbishment.
- Maintenance of designated external equipment covering components.
- OEM equipment assembly and manufacturer-approved spare-part replacement.
Technical Specifications
| Product designation | External Cover |
|---|---|
| Part number | 288820 |
| ABB order code | 7GDS288820R0000 |
| SKU | 7GDS288820R0000 |
| Manufacturer product group | GT |
| Product type | External cover component |
| Component category | Industrial electrical equipment covers and enclosure accessories |
| Primary function | Physical covering of a designated external equipment area |
| Intended position | Manufacturer-specified external location |
| Electrical supply requirement | None; passive mechanical component |
| Equipment application | Compatible ABB industrial electrical equipment assemblies |
| Compatibility | ABB equipment configurations specified for part 288820 |
| Maintenance application | External cover replacement and equipment refurbishment |
| Mounting and fixing arrangement | As defined by the relevant ABB assembly drawings |
| Installation | In accordance with the applicable ABB equipment assembly and maintenance instructions |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB 288820 External Cover used for?
The ABB 288820 External Cover is a mechanical covering component intended for a designated exterior area of compatible ABB industrial electrical equipment. Its precise mounting location and function depend on the equipment assembly for which part 288820 is specified.
What is the ABB order code for the 288820 External Cover?
The ABB manufacturer order code is 7GDS288820R0000. The associated manufacturer part number is 288820.
Which ABB product group includes the 288820 External Cover?
The ABB 288820 External Cover is identified within ABB product group GT.
Does the ABB 288820 External Cover provide a specific IP protection rating?
A specific ingress protection rating cannot be established from the external cover designation alone. Any IP rating depends on the complete equipment enclosure, its construction and the correct installation of all required covers, fasteners and seals. Refer to the applicable ABB equipment documentation for verified protection ratings.
How can I confirm that the ABB 288820 External Cover fits my equipment?
Check the approved ABB spare-parts list, equipment assembly drawings or maintenance documentation for part number 288820 or order code 7GDS288820R0000. Verify the cover dimensions, fixing arrangement, installation position and intended equipment compatibility before ordering or installation.
ABB Components for Industrial Electrical Equipment
ABB supplies electrical and automation technologies used in industrial installations worldwide. The ABB 288820 External Cover provides a clearly identified manufacturer component for compatible electrical equipment enclosure arrangements, assembly, servicing and replacement applications requiring order code 7GDS288820R0000.
