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

Precio de oferta$6,400.00 Precio normal$12,000.00
Ahorra $5,600.00

Product Overview

The STURDX Essential Series™ 32U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet (32" × 32" / 800 × 800 mm) is engineered for outdoor installations where corrosion resistance, equipment accessibility, and organized cable management are equally important. With its balanced 32-inch × 32-inch (800 × 800 mm) footprint, the enclosure provides additional interior working space compared to standard cabinets while maintaining a practical size for industrial, utility, and telecommunications installations.

Manufactured from 304 stainless steel, the enclosure is built to perform in environments where exposure to moisture, salt spray, chemicals, or frequent washdowns can shorten the lifespan of conventional enclosures. For projects requiring the highest level of corrosion resistance, 316 stainless steel is available upon request.

The wider cabinet design simplifies equipment installation, improves cable routing, and provides greater accessibility for maintenance, making it an excellent choice for networking, industrial automation, electrical distribution, and communications infrastructure operating in demanding outdoor environments.


Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Series STURDX Essential Series™
SKU STX-ES-32U8080D-SS
Rack Height 32U
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 (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 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


Built for Corrosive Environments with Easier Equipment Access

Some outdoor applications require more than a compact enclosure—they require additional working room without significantly increasing the cabinet's footprint. The 32" × 32" (800 × 800 mm) design provides valuable interior width for organized cable routing, improved bend radius, and easier access to installed equipment during maintenance and upgrades.

Combined with corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction, this enclosure is particularly well suited for facilities where reliability, cleanliness, and long service life are essential.


Product Description

The STURDX Essential Series™ 32U Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet is designed for organizations requiring dependable outdoor protection in corrosive environments while maintaining a spacious and installer-friendly interior. Its IP66 weatherproof construction and corrosion-resistant stainless steel body provide long-term protection for networking, automation, electrical, and communication equipment exposed to challenging environmental conditions.

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 Infrastructure

  • Fiber Optic Networks

  • Industrial Automation

  • Water & Wastewater Facilities

  • Food & Beverage Processing

  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

  • Chemical Processing

  • Renewable Energy

  • Utility Monitoring

  • Transportation Infrastructure

  • Industrial Ethernet

  • Smart City Projects

  • Security & Surveillance

  • Electrical Distribution

  • Oil & Gas

  • Mining

  • Remote Communications

  • Outdoor Control Systems

  • Mission-Critical Infrastructure


Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose an 800 × 800 mm stainless steel cabinet?

The additional cabinet width improves cable management, installation flexibility, and equipment accessibility while providing outstanding corrosion resistance for demanding outdoor environments.


Why choose stainless steel instead of galvanized steel?

Stainless steel offers superior protection against corrosion caused by salt spray, humidity, chemicals, and washdown environments, making it ideal for coastal and industrial applications.


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 for applications requiring additional airflow.


Does the cabinet include lifting eyebolts?

Yes. Every floor-standing Essential Series™ cabinet includes factory-installed lifting eyebolts for easier transportation, unloading, crane handling, 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, mounting accessories, and project-specific enclosure configurations to meet virtually any outdoor application.