STURDX Climate Series™ 42U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet with Air Conditioner | 32" × 32" (800 × 800 mm) | 19-Inch Rack Enclosure

Precio de oferta$8,900.00 Precio normal$15,600.00
Ahorra $6,700.00

Product Overview

When outdoor equipment operates in corrosive environments, protecting it from weather alone is not enough. Excessive heat, condensation, salt-laden air, and airborne contaminants can all shorten the life of critical electronics. The STURDX Climate Series™ 42U IP66 Weatherproof Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet with Air Conditioner (32" × 32" / 800 × 800 mm) is engineered to address all of these challenges in a single enclosure.

Manufactured from 304 stainless steel with a thermally insulated enclosure design, this cabinet provides long-term corrosion resistance together with reliable active climate control. It is an ideal solution for coastal infrastructure, wastewater treatment facilities, chemical processing plants, food and beverage production, marine applications, renewable energy projects, and other demanding industrial environments. 316 stainless steel construction is also available for the most aggressive environments.

Unlike conventional outdoor enclosures, every STURDX Climate Series™ cabinet is built on our exclusive STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ platform. The enclosure is optimized for sealed closed-loop cooling while retaining the flexibility to accept optional filtered fan ventilation through factory-prepared openings protected by removable blanking plates. This allows the cooling strategy to evolve as operating conditions change throughout the life of the installation.


Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Series STURDX Climate Series™
SKU STX-CL-42U80802XD-SS
Rack Height 42U
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 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 (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 Climate Series™ cabinet includes:

  • 304 stainless steel construction

  • Thermally insulated enclosure

  • 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 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 sealing gasket

  • Integrated grounding system

  • Floor mounting base

  • Factory-installed lifting eyebolts

  • Stainless steel hinges, locks, and external hardware


Available Air Conditioner Options

Choose the enclosure cooling system that best matches your equipment requirements using the product options above.

Standard 110V / 60Hz Air Conditioners

Available with either galvanized steel 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 Cooling Systems

For larger thermal loads, STURDX also offers:

  • 220V / 60Hz

  • Cooling capacities up to 6000W

  • Up to approximately 19,000 BTU/hr

Contact STURDX for enclosure cooling calculations and product recommendations.

Made in USA Air Conditioners

For customers requiring BABA compliance, domestic manufacturing, or enhanced environmental protection, STURDX also offers Made in USA IP66 stainless steel enclosure air conditioners in multiple capacities.


Built for Critical Infrastructure

Many outdoor enclosures are installed where equipment failure is simply not an option.

The Climate Series™ is frequently selected for applications supporting:

  • Public communication networks

  • Industrial process automation

  • Utility monitoring systems

  • Transportation control equipment

  • Renewable energy infrastructure

  • Marine communications

  • Critical security systems

  • Municipal broadband

  • Edge computing installations

Its corrosion-resistant construction and climate-controlled design help provide stable operating conditions that improve equipment reliability year after year.


Why an 800 mm Wide Cabinet?

The wider enclosure isn't designed simply to hold more equipment—it is designed to make better use of the equipment already installed.

The additional width allows:

  • Cleaner fiber management

  • Better separation of low-voltage and power wiring

  • Easier access around networking equipment

  • Improved installation of rack accessories

  • More organized service loops

  • Simplified maintenance procedures

  • Greater flexibility for future upgrades

For complex outdoor networking installations, improved organization often becomes just as valuable as additional rack capacity.


STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™

Every Climate Series™ enclosure leaves the factory prepared for sealed closed-loop air conditioning while preserving the ability to add optional filtered fan ventilation later through factory-prepared openings.

Because no drilling or enclosure modifications are required, owners can adapt their cooling strategy over time without replacing the cabinet or compromising its structural integrity.


Product Description

The STURDX Climate Series™ 42U Stainless Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet combines corrosion-resistant materials, advanced environmental protection, and flexible cooling options in a single outdoor enclosure designed for mission-critical applications.

Its 800 mm wide interior provides generous workspace for organized equipment layouts while accommodating enterprise switches, industrial controllers, fiber optic distribution systems, UPS equipment, communication hardware, and power distribution assemblies.

Designed for years of dependable outdoor service, the Climate Series™ helps protect valuable electronics while reducing maintenance demands across some of the world's most demanding operating environments.


Typical Applications

  • Coastal Telecommunications

  • Marine Infrastructure

  • Utility Substations

  • Water & Wastewater Treatment

  • Food Processing Facilities

  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

  • Chemical Processing

  • Industrial Automation

  • Fiber Backbone Networks

  • Edge Computing

  • Renewable Energy

  • Solar Farms

  • Wind Energy

  • Smart Grid Systems

  • Transportation Infrastructure

  • Security Networks

  • Oil & Gas

  • Mining

  • Electrical Distribution

  • Critical Communications


Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose a stainless steel climate-controlled cabinet?

When electronics operate in corrosive outdoor environments and generate heat, combining stainless steel construction with active climate control helps maximize equipment life, improve reliability, and reduce maintenance.


Why choose an 800 mm wide enclosure?

The wider cabinet provides additional space for organized cable routing, larger rack accessories, improved service access, and cleaner equipment layouts—particularly for complex networking and industrial control systems.


What is STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™?

STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ is our factory-prepared cooling platform that supports sealed closed-loop air conditioning while allowing optional filtered fan ventilation to be added later using removable blanking plates.


Why is the air conditioner shipped separately?

Unless factory installation is specifically requested, the air conditioner is shipped separately to minimize the risk of shipping damage. Every cabinet is factory-prepared with the required mounting cutout for straightforward installation on site.


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 BABA-compliant and high-specification projects.


Is 316 stainless steel available?

Yes. Standard production uses 304 stainless steel, while 316 stainless steel and optional 316 stainless steel IP68 cable glands are available for offshore, marine, wastewater, and aggressive chemical environments.


Can this enclosure be customized?

Absolutely. STURDX offers custom dimensions, 304 or 316 stainless steel construction, OEM branding, electrical integration, cable entry modifications, project-specific cooling systems, and application-specific accessories engineered for virtually any outdoor installation.