STURDX Essential Series™ 42U Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet | 32" × 40" (800 × 1000 mm) | IP66 Weatherproof | 19-Inch Rack Enclosure

Precio de oferta$8,650.00

Product Overview

The STURDX Essential Series™ 42U Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet (32" × 40" / 800 × 1000 mm) is designed for outdoor applications that require exceptional corrosion resistance, generous equipment capacity, and dependable environmental protection without the need for active enclosure cooling.

Manufactured from 304 stainless steel, the Essential Series™ is ideal for telecommunications, fiber optic infrastructure, industrial networking, utilities, transportation, renewable energy, and other outdoor installations where passive ventilation provides sufficient cooling.

Its spacious 32-inch × 40-inch (800 × 1000 mm) enclosure offers excellent working space for high-density cabling, enterprise networking equipment, rack-mounted UPS systems, industrial controllers, and future expansion while maintaining convenient access for installation and maintenance.

Designed to provide long-term durability in challenging environments, the Essential Series™ combines corrosion-resistant materials with a practical, service-friendly design that helps reduce maintenance costs throughout the life of the installation.


Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Series STURDX Essential Series™
SKU STX-ES-42U80100D-SS
Rack Height 42U
Rack Standard 19-inch EIA-310
External Dimensions 31.5" × 39.4" (800 × 1000 mm)
Material 304 Stainless Steel (316 Stainless Steel Available Upon Request)
Construction Single-Wall Construction
Protection Rating IP66
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

  • 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 external hardware


Optimized for Passive Cooling

The STURDX Essential Series™ is developed for outdoor installations where natural airflow or optional filtered fan ventilation provides sufficient cooling for installed equipment.

This approach offers several advantages:

  • Lower energy consumption

  • Reduced operating costs

  • Simplified maintenance

  • Fewer mechanical components

  • High long-term reliability

  • Cost-effective outdoor equipment protection

For applications with higher heat loads or where active temperature control is required, STURDX also offers the Climate Series™ with enclosure air conditioning.


Built for Corrosive Environments

Stainless steel is often the preferred enclosure material where long-term corrosion resistance is critical.

The Essential Series™ is commonly selected for installations exposed to:

  • Coastal environments

  • Marine terminals

  • Salt-laden air

  • Food processing facilities

  • Beverage production

  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing

  • Wastewater treatment plants

  • Chemical processing

  • Industrial washdown areas

  • High-humidity environments

The corrosion-resistant construction helps reduce maintenance while extending enclosure service life in demanding outdoor conditions.


Designed for Easier Installation

Every Essential Series™ cabinet is engineered to simplify field installation and long-term servicing.

Standard features include:

  • Factory-installed lifting eyebolts

  • Adjustable rack mounting rails

  • Large bottom cable entry area

  • IP68 cable glands

  • Integrated grounding system

  • Door switch

  • Door stopper

  • Floor mounting base

  • Spacious interior for organized cable routing

These features help reduce installation time while improving accessibility for future maintenance and equipment upgrades.


Product Description

The STURDX Essential Series™ 42U Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet provides dependable protection for valuable networking and industrial equipment installed in corrosive outdoor environments.

Its large interior accommodates enterprise Ethernet switches, fiber optic distribution equipment, industrial Ethernet hardware, rack-mounted UPS systems, power distribution units, remote monitoring equipment, and communication systems while maintaining generous working space for cable management and future expansion.

Designed for organizations seeking a durable, corrosion-resistant outdoor enclosure without the complexity of active cooling, the Essential Series™ delivers an excellent balance of protection, reliability, and long-term value.


Typical Applications

  • Telecommunications Networks

  • Fiber Optic Distribution

  • Internet Service Providers (ISP)

  • Utility Monitoring

  • Renewable Energy

  • Solar Farms

  • Wind Energy

  • Industrial Ethernet

  • SCADA Systems

  • PLC Control Panels

  • Smart City Infrastructure

  • Transportation Systems

  • Marine Installations

  • Coastal Infrastructure

  • Food Processing Facilities

  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

  • Chemical Plants

  • Water & Wastewater

  • Mining

  • Oil & Gas


Frequently Asked Questions

What is the STURDX Essential Series™?

The Essential Series™ is designed for outdoor applications where passive ventilation provides sufficient cooling. It delivers dependable environmental protection, corrosion resistance, and straightforward installation while keeping operating costs low.


Is this cabinet suitable for outdoor installation year-round?

Yes. The enclosure is designed for permanent outdoor use and provides IP66 protection against dust, rain, humidity, and harsh weather conditions.


Why choose stainless steel?

Stainless steel offers excellent resistance to corrosion caused by moisture, salt, chemicals, and industrial environments. It is commonly specified for coastal, marine, food processing, wastewater, and pharmaceutical applications.


Is this cabinet suitable for NEMA 4X applications?

Yes. The stainless steel construction makes this enclosure well suited for applications commonly specifying NEMA 4X performance. If your project requires a specific NEMA-certified solution, please contact STURDX for recommendations.


Is 316 stainless steel available?

Yes. Standard cabinets are manufactured from 304 stainless steel, while 316 stainless steel is available upon request for highly corrosive environments.


Can I install optional fan kits?

Yes. The Essential Series™ is fan-ready and supports optional filtered fan ventilation to improve airflow where additional cooling is beneficial.


Does the cabinet include lifting eyebolts?

Yes. Every floor-standing Essential Series™ cabinet includes factory-installed lifting eyebolts for safer handling, transportation, and installation.


What equipment can be installed inside?

The cabinet is compatible with standard 19-inch rack equipment including Ethernet switches, fiber patch panels, fiber LIUs, industrial Ethernet switches, UPS systems, rack PDUs, PLC equipment, industrial computers, NVRs, and communication hardware.


Can the cabinet be customized?

Absolutely. STURDX offers custom dimensions, 304 or 316 stainless steel construction, OEM branding, electrical integration, cable entry modifications, and project-specific enclosure configurations to meet unique application requirements.