Engineering Tools
Tell us where the enclosure lives and what it's up against. We'll point you to the NEMA type that fits, with the approximate IP equivalent and a material suggestion. Built for the cabinets and enclosures we help design.
01Where is it installed?
02What will it be exposed to? (select all that apply)
Defaults assume a clean, dry, general-purpose environment if nothing is selected.
Recommended enclosure
A basic indoor enclosure that guards against incidental contact and light falling dirt.
| Type | Protects against | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Incidental contact, falling dirt | Indoor, general purpose |
| 3R | Rain, sleet, snow (not dust-tight) | Outdoor, basic weather |
| 3 | Windblown dust, rain, sleet | Outdoor, exposed |
| 4 | Hosedown, splashing water, dust-tight | Indoor/outdoor washdown |
| 4X | Type 4 plus corrosion | Coastal, chemical, food/wet |
| 6 | Occasional temporary submersion | Brief flooding |
| 6P | Prolonged submersion | Sustained underwater |
| 12 | Dust, dripping non-corrosive liquids | Indoor industrial |
| 13 | Dust, oil and coolant spray | Machine-tool areas |
| 7 / 9 | Explosive gas (7) or dust (9) | Hazardous locations |
Russell Consulting LLC provides mechanical design and CAD drafting for enclosures and equipment, including material selection for harsh and corrosive environments.
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