
STURDX Essential Series™ 26U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet | 24" × 40" (600 × 1000 mm) | 19-Inch Rack Enclosure

Product Overview
The STURDX Essential Series™ 26U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet (24" × 40" / 600 × 1000 mm) is engineered for outdoor installations where high equipment capacity, superior corrosion resistance, and generous installation depth are essential for reliable long-term operation. Combining 26U of rack space with a 24-inch × 40-inch (600 × 1000 mm) footprint, this enclosure is designed for networking, industrial automation, utility infrastructure, and communication systems operating in demanding environments where conventional steel enclosures may not provide adequate corrosion protection.
Manufactured from 304 stainless steel, the enclosure is built to withstand salt spray, coastal humidity, chemical vapors, washdown procedures, and aggressive industrial environments. It is an excellent choice for marine vessels, offshore platforms, ports, shipyards, naval facilities, coastal telecommunications, wastewater treatment plants, food processing facilities, and chemical manufacturing plants. For offshore installations and the harshest corrosive environments, 316 stainless steel construction is available upon request.
The extended cabinet depth provides ample space for enterprise networking switches, industrial Ethernet equipment, fiber optic distribution panels, rack-mounted UPS systems, PLC controllers, and structured cable management while maintaining excellent accessibility for installation, maintenance, and future system expansion.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
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| Series | STURDX Essential Series™ |
| SKU | STX-ES-26U60100D-SS |
| Rack Height | 26U |
| 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 | 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:
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304 stainless steel construction
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IP66 weatherproof enclosure
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Suitable for NEMA 4X 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
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Stainless steel hinges, latches, and external hardware
Built for Corrosive Environments and Future Expansion
The 26U 24" × 40" (600 × 1000 mm) enclosure is designed for projects where communication infrastructure must operate reliably for years in challenging outdoor conditions. The additional rack capacity allows organizations to expand networking systems without immediately upgrading to a full-height cabinet, while the extended depth provides generous space for structured cable routing and larger networking hardware.
Its stainless steel construction makes it particularly valuable for ships, offshore platforms, ports, harbor facilities, coastal communication systems, marine transportation infrastructure, chemical processing plants, and industrial facilities where corrosion resistance is critical to reducing maintenance costs and maximizing equipment life.
Product Description
The STURDX Essential Series™ 26U Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet delivers premium environmental protection for networking, industrial automation, electrical distribution, and communication systems operating in harsh outdoor environments.
Its 24" × 40" (600 × 1000 mm) footprint provides generous installation depth while the 26U rack height offers an excellent balance between equipment capacity and installation efficiency. Combined with corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction and IP66 weatherproof protection, it provides an ideal solution for industrial, marine, offshore, coastal, and mission-critical communication 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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Marine Vessels
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Offshore Platforms
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Ports & Harbors
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Shipyards
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Naval Facilities
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Harbor Automation
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Coastal Telecommunications
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Fiber Backbone Networks
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Industrial Automation
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Utility Communication Systems
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Water & Wastewater Treatment
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Food & Beverage Processing
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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Chemical Processing Plants
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Renewable Energy
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Industrial Ethernet
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Security & Surveillance
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Oil & Gas
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Mining
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Mission-Critical Communications
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose a 26U stainless steel outdoor cabinet?
A 26U enclosure provides additional rack capacity for expanding communication systems while stainless steel construction protects equipment from corrosion caused by salt air, moisture, chemicals, and harsh industrial environments.
Why choose a 24" × 40" enclosure?
The additional cabinet depth accommodates larger networking equipment, structured cable management, rack-mounted UPS systems, and future expansion while improving accessibility for installation and maintenance.
Is this enclosure suitable for marine and offshore installations?
Yes. The enclosure is designed for ships, offshore platforms, ports, harbors, shipyards, coastal communication systems, and other salt-air environments. For maximum corrosion resistance, 316 stainless steel is available upon request.
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 chemical 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.
Can optional fan kits be installed?
Yes. The Essential Series™ is fan-ready and supports optional filtered fan ventilation whenever additional airflow is required.
Can this enclosure be customized?
Absolutely. STURDX offers custom dimensions, 304 or 316 stainless steel construction, OEM branding, electrical integration, cable entry modifications, gland plates, rack accessories, and project-specific enclosure configurations for virtually any outdoor networking, industrial, marine, utility, transportation, or defense application.
