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

Precio de oferta$5,050.00 Precio normal$9,200.00
Ahorra $4,150.00

Product Overview

The STURDX Essential Series™ 26U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet (24" × 32" / 600 × 800 mm) is engineered for outdoor infrastructure where deeper equipment, corrosion resistance, and efficient service access are equally important. With 26U of rack capacity and an extended 24-inch × 32-inch (600 × 800 mm)footprint, this enclosure provides the additional installation depth required for modern networking hardware while maintaining a compact cabinet width that fits space-sensitive outdoor locations.

Manufactured from 304 stainless steel, the enclosure is built to withstand harsh environments exposed to salt spray, chemical vapors, humidity, washdowns, and airborne contaminants. For offshore facilities, marine terminals, and highly corrosive industrial sites, 316 stainless steel is available upon request.

The additional cabinet depth gives installers more flexibility when routing fiber optic cabling, installing larger power distribution equipment, and servicing rack-mounted devices. The result is a cleaner installation, improved accessibility, and greater long-term reliability for mission-critical outdoor infrastructure.


Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Series STURDX Essential Series™
SKU STX-ES-26U6080D-SS
Rack Height 26U
Rack Standard 19-inch EIA-310
External Dimensions 23.6" × 31.5" (600 × 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


Optimized for High-Performance Equipment Layouts

The 24" × 32" (600 × 800 mm) enclosure is designed for projects where installation quality directly affects long-term reliability. The additional cabinet depth allows technicians to maintain proper cable separation, improve airflow around passive equipment, and simplify access to rear-mounted connections without overcrowding the enclosure.

This layout is especially valuable for enterprise networking, industrial automation, and fiber optic applications where organized cable management reduces service time and supports future hardware expansion.


Product Description

The STURDX Essential Series™ 26U Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet provides dependable protection for networking, industrial automation, electrical distribution, and communication systems operating in corrosive outdoor environments. Its corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction, optimized installation depth, and IP66 weatherproof design deliver long service life while simplifying installation and ongoing maintenance.

The enclosure is ideally suited for organizations requiring a professional outdoor cabinet that combines compact exterior dimensions with the interior space needed to support today's increasingly sophisticated network 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

  • Coastal Telecommunications

  • Fiber Backbone Networks

  • Enterprise Network Infrastructure

  • Industrial Automation

  • Marine Communications

  • Water & Wastewater Treatment

  • Food & Beverage Processing

  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

  • Chemical Processing Facilities

  • Utility Communication Systems

  • Renewable Energy

  • Electrical Distribution

  • Transportation Infrastructure

  • Industrial Ethernet

  • Security & Surveillance

  • Edge Computing

  • Oil & Gas

  • Mining

  • Outdoor Control Systems

  • Critical Communications


Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose a stainless steel 24" × 32" outdoor cabinet?

The additional cabinet depth accommodates deeper networking equipment while stainless steel construction provides exceptional corrosion resistance for demanding outdoor environments.


Why is extra cabinet depth important?

Additional depth improves cable routing, preserves proper fiber bend radius, creates more working space behind installed equipment, and makes maintenance significantly easier.


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.


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.