

STURDX Essential Series™ 26U IP66 Weatherproof Galvanized Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet | 24" × 32" (600 × 800 mm) | 19-Inch Rack Enclosure

Product Overview
The STURDX Essential Series™ 26U IP66 Weatherproof Galvanized Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet (24" × 32" / 600 × 800 mm) is engineered for outdoor infrastructure where additional cabinet depth delivers greater installation flexibility without increasing overall width. With 26U of rack capacity and a 24-inch × 32-inch (600 × 800 mm)footprint, this enclosure provides the extra clearance needed for deeper networking equipment, organized cable routing, and simplified maintenance while remaining suitable for space-conscious installations.
Manufactured from heavy-duty galvanized steel with a durable outdoor powder-coated finish, the enclosure provides dependable IP66 protection against rain, dust, moisture, and challenging environmental conditions. The extended depth allows installers to accommodate modern enterprise switches, industrial networking equipment, rack-mounted power systems, and structured cabling without creating crowded installations.
Designed for telecommunications, industrial automation, utilities, transportation, renewable energy, and smart infrastructure projects, the enclosure combines efficient rack utilization with the installation flexibility demanded by today's outdoor communication networks.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
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| Series | STURDX Essential Series™ |
| SKU | STX-ES-26U6080D |
| Rack Height | 26U |
| Rack Standard | 19-inch EIA-310 |
| External Dimensions | 23.6" × 31.5" (600 × 800 mm) |
| Material | Galvanized Steel |
| Construction | Single-Wall Construction |
| Protection Rating | IP66 |
| NEMA | Suitable for NEMA 4 Applications |
| Cooling | Fan Ready |
| Mounting Rails | Four Adjustable Rails Included |
| DIN Rail | Included |
| Door Switch | Included |
| Door Stopper | Included |
| Cable Glands | IP68 Rated Included |
| 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:
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Heavy-duty galvanized steel construction
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IP66 weatherproof enclosure
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Suitable for NEMA 4 applications
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Fan-ready design
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Four adjustable 19-inch rack rails
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DIN rail installed
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Door switch installed
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Door stopper installed
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IP68 cable glands included
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Bottom cable knockouts
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Lockable front and rear doors
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Heavy-duty polyurethane door gasket
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Integrated grounding system
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Floor mounting base
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Factory-installed lifting eyebolts
Additional Depth for Modern Network Hardware
Networking equipment continues to become deeper, denser, and more cable-intensive. The 24" × 32" (600 × 800 mm)enclosure was developed to provide the additional installation depth required for today's enterprise switches, industrial Ethernet hardware, rack-mounted UPS systems, and fiber optic distribution equipment.
The extra clearance behind the mounting rails improves cable routing, protects fiber bend radius, and creates a cleaner equipment layout that simplifies future maintenance. Instead of filling every available rack unit, installers gain valuable service space that improves both installation quality and long-term reliability.
Product Description
The STURDX Essential Series™ 26U Galvanized Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet delivers dependable protection for networking, automation, electrical distribution, and communication equipment installed outdoors. Its combination of medium rack capacity and increased cabinet depth makes it particularly well suited for projects requiring deeper equipment while maintaining a compact installation width.
Whether supporting utility communications, industrial control systems, transportation infrastructure, or enterprise networking, the enclosure provides reliable IP66 environmental protection together with the flexibility needed for expanding outdoor infrastructure.
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
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Enterprise Network Infrastructure
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Fiber Optic Distribution
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Telecommunications Equipment
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Industrial Ethernet Networks
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Utility Automation
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Renewable Energy
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Solar Monitoring Systems
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Electrical Distribution
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Water & Wastewater Facilities
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Manufacturing Plants
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Transportation Infrastructure
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Smart City Networks
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Edge Computing
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Security & Surveillance
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Industrial Control Systems
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Oil & Gas
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Mining
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Outdoor Communications
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Remote Monitoring
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Critical Infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose a 24" × 32" outdoor cabinet?
The additional cabinet depth provides more room for deeper networking equipment, cleaner cable routing, and easier maintenance while maintaining the same compact cabinet width.
What types of equipment benefit from the deeper enclosure?
Enterprise switches, industrial Ethernet equipment, rack-mounted UPS systems, fiber optic distribution hardware, communication gateways, and larger power distribution components all benefit from the additional installation depth.
Is galvanized steel suitable for outdoor installations?
Yes. Galvanized steel combined with a durable outdoor powder-coated finish provides excellent corrosion resistance and dependable long-term performance in most commercial and industrial environments.
Is this enclosure suitable for NEMA applications?
Yes. The enclosure is suitable for NEMA 4 applications. Contact STURDX if your project requires a specific certified NEMA enclosure.
Can optional fan kits be installed?
Yes. The Essential Series™ is fan-ready and supports optional filtered fan ventilation whenever additional airflow is required.
Are IP68 cable glands included?
Yes. Every cabinet includes IP68-rated cable glands to help preserve the enclosure's IP66 weatherproof protection.
Does the cabinet include lifting eyebolts?
Yes. Every floor-standing Essential Series™ cabinet includes factory-installed lifting eyebolts for safe transportation, unloading, crane lifting, and installation.
Can this enclosure be customized?
Absolutely. STURDX offers custom dimensions, cable entry modifications, OEM branding, electrical integration, gland plates, rack accessories, and project-specific enclosure configurations designed for virtually any outdoor networking, utility, or industrial application.
