STURDX Climate Series™ 20U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet with Air Conditioner | 24" × 40" (600 × 1000 mm) | 19-Inch Rack Enclosure

Precio de oferta$4,950.00 Precio normal$8,700.00
Ahorra $3,750.00

Product Overview

The STURDX Climate Series™ 20U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet with Air Conditioner (24" × 40" / 600 × 1000 mm) is engineered for outdoor installations where compact rack height, advanced thermal management, and maximum corrosion resistance are essential for protecting mission-critical equipment. Featuring 20U of rack space within a 24-inch × 40-inch (600 × 1000 mm) footprint, this enclosure is designed for communication systems, industrial automation, edge computing, and networking equipment operating in the most demanding outdoor environments.

Manufactured from 304 stainless steel with insulated double-wall construction, the enclosure is designed to withstand salt spray, coastal humidity, chemical vapors, washdown procedures, and aggressive industrial atmospheres. It is ideally suited for marine vessels, offshore platforms, ports, shipyards, coastal telecommunications, wastewater treatment plants, food processing facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and chemical processing industries. For offshore and extreme corrosion environments, 316 stainless steel construction is available upon request.

The deeper enclosure provides generous room for enterprise networking switches, industrial Ethernet hardware, rack-mounted UPS systems, PLC controllers, fiber optic distribution equipment, and organized cable routing while maintaining a cabinet height that simplifies installation and future servicing.

What makes the Climate Series™ unique is the STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ platform. Every enclosure is factory-prepared for closed-loop air conditioning while incorporating concealed fan provisions protected by removable blanking plates. This flexible design allows optional filtered fan ventilation to be added later if operating requirements change—without modifying or replacing the enclosure.


Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Series STURDX Climate Series™
SKU STX-CL-20U601002XD-SS
Rack Height 20U
Rack Standard 19-inch EIA-310
External Dimensions 23.6" × 39.4" (600 × 1000 mm)
Material 304 Stainless Steel (316 Stainless Steel Available Upon Request)
Construction Insulated Double-Wall Construction
Protection Rating IP66
NEMA Suitable for NEMA 4X Applications
Cooling Air Conditioner Ready
Mounting Rails Four Adjustable Rails Included
DIN Rail Included
Door Switch Included
Door Stopper Included
Cable Glands IP68 Rated Included (316 Stainless Steel Available Upon Request)
Cable Entry Bottom Knockouts
Doors Lockable Front & Rear
Grounding Included
Mounting Base Floor Mounting Base Included
Lifting Factory-Installed Lifting Eyebolts

Standard Features

Every STURDX Climate Series™ cabinet includes:

  • 304 stainless steel enclosure

  • Insulated double-wall construction

  • STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ platform

  • IP66 weatherproof protection

  • Suitable for NEMA 4X applications

  • Factory-prepared air conditioner opening

  • Covered fan openings with removable blanking plates

  • Four adjustable 19-inch rack mounting rails

  • DIN rail

  • Door switch

  • Door stopper

  • IP68 cable glands

  • Bottom cable entry knockouts

  • Lockable front and rear doors

  • Heavy-duty polyurethane door gasket

  • Integrated grounding system

  • Floor mounting base

  • Factory-installed lifting eyebolts

  • Stainless steel hinges, latches, and external hardware


Air Conditioning Solutions

Every Climate Series™ enclosure can be configured with the cooling system best suited to your installation.

Standard 110V / 60Hz Enclosure Air Conditioners

Available with either galvanized or stainless steel housings.

Cooling Capacity Approx. BTU/hr Features
300W ≈1,000 BTU/hr Cooling • Heating • Dehumidifier • Remote Access
600W ≈2,000 BTU/hr Cooling • Heating • Dehumidifier • Remote Access
2000W ≈8,000 BTU/hr Cooling • Heating • Dehumidifier • Remote Access

Cooling Only + Remote Access models are also available.

High-Capacity Systems

For larger installations, STURDX also supplies:

  • 220V / 60Hz models

  • Cooling capacities up to 6000W

  • Up to approximately 19,000 BTU/hr

Our engineers can recommend the appropriate cooling capacity based on your equipment heat load and ambient operating conditions.

Made in USA Cooling Systems

STURDX also offers Made in USA IP66 stainless steel enclosure air conditioners for projects requiring BABA compliance, domestic manufacturing, or enhanced corrosion resistance.


Reliable Climate Control for Marine and Industrial Applications

The 20U 24" × 40" (600 × 1000 mm) Climate Series™ enclosure is designed for installations where equipment protection is critical but a full-height enclosure is unnecessary. The insulated cabinet and closed-loop cooling system work together to maintain stable internal temperatures while protecting sensitive electronics from dust, moisture, salt air, and airborne contaminants.

Its stainless steel construction makes it especially valuable for ships, offshore platforms, coastal communication systems, harbor facilities, marine transportation, wastewater plants, chemical processing facilities, and food manufacturing environments, where long-term corrosion resistance directly contributes to equipment reliability and lower maintenance costs.


STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™

Unlike traditional outdoor enclosures that limit future cooling options, the Climate Series™ is designed to adapt as your infrastructure evolves.

Every cabinet ships configured for sealed air-conditioned operation while removable blanking plates preserve the option to install filtered fan ventilation in the future.

This flexible approach supports:

  • Future equipment upgrades

  • Increasing thermal loads

  • Seasonal operating changes

  • Simplified maintenance

  • Long-term infrastructure expansion


Product Description

The STURDX Climate Series™ 20U Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet delivers premium climate-controlled protection for networking, industrial automation, electrical distribution, and communication systems installed in corrosive outdoor environments.

Its 24" × 40" (600 × 1000 mm) footprint provides generous installation depth while the 20U rack height offers an efficient balance between equipment capacity and service accessibility. Combined with corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction, insulated double-wall architecture, IP66 weatherproof protection, and professional enclosure air conditioning, it provides a dependable solution for industrial, marine, offshore, coastal, utility, and mission-critical infrastructure.


Typical Applications

  • Marine Vessels

  • Offshore Platforms

  • Ports & Harbors

  • Shipyards

  • Coastal Telecommunications

  • Harbor Communication Systems

  • Industrial Automation

  • Fiber Distribution Networks

  • Utility Communication Systems

  • Water & Wastewater Treatment

  • Food & Beverage Processing

  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

  • Chemical Processing Plants

  • Renewable Energy

  • Industrial Ethernet

  • Security & Surveillance

  • Oil & Gas

  • Mining

  • Edge Computing

  • Mission-Critical Communications


Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose a 20U stainless steel climate-controlled cabinet?

A 20U enclosure provides practical rack capacity while insulated construction and active air conditioning maintain stable operating temperatures. Stainless steel construction protects equipment from corrosion caused by salt air, humidity, chemicals, and harsh industrial environments.


Why choose a 24" × 40" enclosure?

The additional cabinet depth supports deeper networking equipment, UPS systems, structured cable management, and future expansion while improving service accessibility and cooling efficiency.


Is this enclosure suitable for marine and offshore installations?

Yes. It is specifically designed for ships, offshore platforms, ports, harbors, coastal communication systems, and other salt-air environments. For maximum corrosion resistance, 316 stainless steel is available upon request.


What is STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™?

STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ is our factory-prepared cooling platform that allows every Climate Series™ cabinet to operate as a sealed air-conditioned enclosure while remaining ready for optional filtered fan ventilation if operating requirements change.


Which air conditioner capacities are available?

Standard enclosure air conditioners are available in 300W, 600W, and 2000W capacities, with larger 220V systems up to 6000W available for high-performance outdoor applications.


Are stainless steel air conditioners available?

Yes. Standard enclosure air conditioners are available with stainless steel housings, and STURDX also offers Made in USA IP66 stainless steel enclosure air conditioners for customers requiring BABA compliance, domestic manufacturing, or superior corrosion resistance.


Is this cabinet suitable for NEMA 4X applications?

Yes. The stainless steel enclosure is suitable for applications commonly requiring NEMA 4X performance. Contact STURDX if your project requires a specific certified NEMA enclosure.


Can STURDX customize this enclosure?

Absolutely. STURDX offers custom dimensions, 304 or 316 stainless steel construction, enclosure cooling options, electrical integration, OEM branding, cable entry modifications, gland plates, rack accessories, and project-specific configurations for virtually any outdoor networking, industrial, marine, utility, transportation, or defense application.