STURDX Essential Series™ 20U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet | 32" × 32" (800 × 800 mm) | 19-Inch Rack Enclosure

Precio de oferta$4,500.00 Precio normal$8,500.00
Ahorra $4,000.00

Product Overview

The STURDX Essential Series™ 20U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet (32" × 32" / 800 × 800 mm) is engineered for outdoor installations where equipment accessibility, corrosion resistance, and efficient use of space are the highest priorities. Featuring 20U of rack capacity within a spacious 32-inch × 32-inch (800 × 800 mm) footprint, the enclosure offers ample room for organized equipment layouts while maintaining a practical cabinet height that is easy to transport, install, and service.

Manufactured from 304 stainless steel, the enclosure is built for environments exposed to salt spray, humidity, chemical vapors, washdown procedures, and airborne contaminants. For offshore platforms, marine facilities, and highly corrosive industrial sites, 316 stainless steel construction is available upon request.

Its wider footprint provides valuable working space around installed equipment, making cable routing, fiber management, and equipment replacement significantly easier than in compact enclosures. The result is a professional installation that supports long-term reliability while reducing maintenance time throughout the equipment lifecycle.


Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Series STURDX Essential Series™
SKU STX-ES-20U8080D-SS
Rack Height 20U
Rack Standard 19-inch EIA-310
External Dimensions 31.5" × 31.5" (800 × 800 mm)
Material 304 Stainless Steel (316 Stainless Steel Available Upon Request)
Construction Single-Wall Construction
Protection Rating IP66
NEMA Suitable for NEMA 4X Applications
Cooling Fan Ready
Mounting Rails Four Adjustable Rails Included
DIN Rail Included
Door Switch Included
Door Stopper Included
Cable Glands IP68 Rated Included (Optional 316 Stainless Steel Cable Glands Available)
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 Essential Series™ cabinet includes:

  • 304 stainless steel construction

  • IP66 weatherproof enclosure

  • Suitable for NEMA 4X applications

  • Fan-ready design

  • Four adjustable 19-inch rack rails

  • DIN rail installed

  • Door switch installed

  • Door stopper installed

  • IP68 cable glands included

  • Bottom cable 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


Wide Layout for Faster Installation and Easier Maintenance

The 32" × 32" (800 × 800 mm) enclosure is designed for projects where installation efficiency is just as important as equipment protection. Rather than maximizing rack height, this cabinet prioritizes interior workspace, giving installers additional room to organize patch cables, power wiring, fiber optic connections, and rack accessories.

The wider design also reduces service complexity by improving visibility around installed equipment. Whether replacing a switch, adding new communication hardware, or expanding an industrial control system, technicians can work more comfortably without disturbing surrounding components.


Product Description

The STURDX Essential Series™ 20U Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet delivers dependable environmental protection for networking, industrial automation, electrical distribution, and communication systems operating in corrosive outdoor environments.

Its 32" × 32" (800 × 800 mm) footprint provides generous installation space while the corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction ensures long-term durability in demanding industrial and coastal locations. Designed for organizations that value accessibility, reliability, and low maintenance, the enclosure offers an ideal combination of compact height and spacious interior.

For applications requiring active thermal management, STURDX also offers the Climate Series™, featuring insulated construction, enclosure air conditioning, and the exclusive STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ platform.


Typical Applications

  • Coastal Telecommunications

  • Marine Communication Systems

  • Fiber Distribution Networks

  • Industrial Automation

  • Utility Communication Infrastructure

  • Water & Wastewater Treatment

  • Food & Beverage Processing

  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

  • Chemical Processing Facilities

  • Renewable Energy

  • Smart Grid Infrastructure

  • Electrical Distribution

  • Transportation Systems

  • Industrial Ethernet

  • Security & Surveillance

  • Edge Computing

  • Oil & Gas

  • Mining

  • Outdoor Control Systems

  • Mission-Critical Communications


Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose a 20U cabinet with an 800 × 800 mm footprint?

This configuration offers generous installation space for organized cable management and easy equipment access while maintaining a practical cabinet height for outdoor deployments.


Why choose stainless steel over galvanized steel?

Stainless steel provides superior resistance to salt spray, humidity, chemical exposure, and washdown environments, making it the preferred material for corrosive outdoor locations.


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.


Is 316 stainless steel available?

Yes. Standard production uses 304 stainless steel, while 316 stainless steel is available upon request for offshore, marine, coastal, and aggressive industrial environments.


Are 316 stainless steel cable glands available?

Yes. Every cabinet includes IP68 cable glands as standard, while 316 stainless steel IP68 cable glands are available as an optional upgrade for maximum corrosion resistance.


Why choose a wider cabinet instead of a deeper enclosure?

A wider enclosure provides better side-to-side working space for cable organization, equipment access, and future upgrades while maintaining a balanced footprint that is easy to integrate into outdoor installations.


Does the cabinet include lifting eyebolts?

Yes. Every floor-standing Essential Series™ cabinet includes factory-installed lifting eyebolts for easier transportation, unloading, crane lifting, and installation.


Can this enclosure be customized?

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