STURDX Climate Series™ 26U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet with Air Conditioner | 24" × 24" (600 × 600 mm) | 19-Inch Rack Enclosure

Precio de oferta$4,990.00 Precio normal$9,000.00
Ahorra $4,010.00

Product Overview

The STURDX Climate Series™ 26U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet with Air Conditioner (24" × 24" / 600 × 600 mm) is engineered for outdoor installations where corrosion resistance, stable operating temperatures, and efficient use of installation space are essential. Offering 26U of rack capacity within a compact 24-inch × 24-inch (600 × 600 mm) footprint, it is an ideal solution for edge networking, industrial automation, telecommunications, and remote monitoring systems operating in aggressive outdoor environments.

Manufactured from 304 stainless steel with insulated double-wall construction, the enclosure is designed to withstand salt spray, chemical vapors, humidity, washdowns, and other corrosive conditions while protecting sensitive electronic equipment from extreme weather and temperature fluctuations. For offshore and highly corrosive applications, 316 stainless steel is available upon request.

What sets the Climate Series™ apart is the STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ architecture. Every enclosure is factory-prepared for closed-loop air conditioning while incorporating concealed fan provisions protected by removable blanking plates. This unique configuration allows owners to introduce optional filtered fan ventilation later if site conditions change—without cutting, welding, or replacing the enclosure.


Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Series STURDX Climate Series™
SKU STX-CL-26U60602XD-SS
Rack Height 26U
Rack Standard 19-inch EIA-310
External Dimensions 23.6" × 23.6" (600 × 600 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 construction for improved thermal performance

  • 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 rack mounting rails

  • DIN rail

  • Door switch

  • Door stopper

  • IP68 cable glands

  • Bottom cable entry knockouts

  • Lockable front and rear doors

  • Polyurethane sealing gasket

  • Integrated grounding system

  • Floor mounting base

  • Factory-installed lifting eyebolts

  • Stainless steel 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 help determine the appropriate cooling capacity based on your installed equipment.

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 higher environmental protection.


Built for Critical Edge Infrastructure

Many outdoor edge deployments do not require a large enclosure, but they do require dependable temperature control and exceptional corrosion resistance. Compact communication sites, industrial gateways, utility monitoring stations, and security networks often operate continuously in environments where moisture, salt, and heat can significantly reduce equipment life.

The 24" × 24" (600 × 600 mm) Climate Series™ enclosure is designed specifically for these installations, providing sufficient rack capacity for essential networking equipment while maintaining a stable internal environment through insulated construction and closed-loop cooling. The result is higher equipment reliability, reduced maintenance, and improved long-term operational performance.


STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™

Unlike traditional outdoor enclosures that commit users to a single cooling method, the Climate Series™ is designed to evolve with your project.

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 flexibility can be valuable when:

  • Equipment is upgraded

  • Thermal loads change

  • Seasonal temperatures vary

  • Maintenance is being performed

  • Future operating requirements evolve


Product Description

The STURDX Climate Series™ 26U Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet provides a climate-controlled enclosure for networking, automation, and electrical equipment installed in corrosive outdoor environments. Its insulated stainless steel construction, compact footprint, and IP66 weatherproof protection make it an excellent choice for distributed communications infrastructure, industrial control systems, edge computing, and remote monitoring applications where both environmental protection and reliable thermal management are critical.


Typical Applications

  • Edge Computing Infrastructure

  • Coastal Telecommunications

  • Marine Communications

  • Fiber Optic Distribution

  • Industrial Automation

  • Water & Wastewater Treatment

  • Food & Beverage Processing

  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

  • Chemical Processing Plants

  • Renewable Energy

  • Utility Monitoring

  • Smart Grid Infrastructure

  • Transportation Systems

  • Industrial Ethernet

  • Security & Surveillance

  • Oil & Gas

  • Mining

  • Outdoor Control Panels

  • Remote Monitoring

  • Mission-Critical Communications


Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose a 26U climate-controlled stainless steel cabinet?

The 26U design provides sufficient rack capacity for most edge networking and industrial applications while minimizing installation footprint and delivering active thermal management with superior corrosion resistance.


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 future operating conditions require it.


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 also 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 air conditioners for customers requiring BABA-compliant or domestically manufactured cooling systems.


Is 316 stainless steel available?

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


Can I upgrade to fan cooling later?

Yes. Every Climate Series™ cabinet is supplied with covered fan openings, allowing optional filtered fan ventilation to be added later without modifying the enclosure.


Why is a compact climate-controlled enclosure beneficial?

It reduces occupied space while providing a stable operating environment for networking equipment, extending equipment life and improving reliability in harsh outdoor conditions.


Can STURDX customize this enclosure?

Yes. Climate Series™ cabinets can be customized with different dimensions, 304 or 316 stainless steel construction, electrical integration, cable entry locations, OEM branding, enclosure cooling systems, and application-specific accessories.