STURDX Climate Series™ 16U IP66 Weatherproof Galvanized Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet with Air Conditioner | 24" × 32" (600 × 800 mm) | 19-Inch Rack Enclosure

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Product Overview

The STURDX Climate Series™ 16U IP66 Weatherproof Galvanized Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet with Air Conditioner (24" × 32" / 600 × 800 mm) is engineered for outdoor installations where the industry's most popular rack size requires dependable climate control and additional equipment depth. Built around STURDX's best-selling 16U platform, this enclosure delivers the rack capacity required for most networking, telecommunications, and industrial automation projects while providing the extra cabinet depth needed by today's enterprise networking hardware.

Manufactured from heavy-duty galvanized steel with insulated double-wall construction, the enclosure protects sensitive electronics from rain, dust, humidity, solar radiation, and demanding outdoor temperatures. The 24-inch × 32-inch (600 × 800 mm) footprint offers valuable rear clearance for cable management, rack-mounted UPS systems, industrial Ethernet switches, fiber optic equipment, and power distribution components while maintaining a compact installation footprint.

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-16U60802XD
Rack Height 16U
Rack Standard 19-inch EIA-310
External Dimensions 23.6" × 31.5" (600 × 800 mm)
Material Galvanized Steel
Construction Insulated Double-Wall Construction
Protection Rating IP66
NEMA Suitable for NEMA 4 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
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:

  • Heavy-duty galvanized steel enclosure

  • Insulated construction for improved thermal performance

  • STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ platform

  • IP66 weatherproof protection

  • Suitable for NEMA 4 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


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.


Active Cooling Without Increasing Cabinet Size

Many outdoor installations require active cooling but have limited installation space. The 24" × 32" (600 × 800 mm)Climate Series™ enclosure solves this challenge by combining a compact footprint with additional equipment depth, allowing installers to integrate deeper switches, UPS systems, industrial controllers, and structured cabling while maintaining efficient airflow.

The insulated enclosure works together with the air conditioning system to stabilize internal temperatures, minimize heat stress on sensitive electronics, and improve long-term equipment reliability—even during prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and elevated ambient temperatures.


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™ 16U Galvanized Steel Outdoor Network Cabinet delivers dependable climate-controlled protection for networking, industrial automation, electrical distribution, and communication systems requiring additional equipment depth within a compact footprint.

Its 24" × 32" (600 × 800 mm) enclosure provides excellent cable management space while the insulated double-wall construction, IP66 weatherproof protection, and active cooling system create a stable operating environment for mission-critical electronics. Built around STURDX's most popular rack size, it offers an outstanding combination of installation flexibility, thermal performance, and long-term reliability.


Typical Applications

  • Telecommunications Infrastructure

  • Enterprise Edge Networks

  • Fiber Distribution Systems

  • Industrial Automation

  • Utility Communication Networks

  • Renewable Energy

  • Solar Monitoring Equipment

  • Electrical Distribution

  • Water & Wastewater Facilities

  • Manufacturing Plants

  • Transportation Infrastructure

  • Smart City Projects

  • Industrial Ethernet

  • Security & Surveillance

  • Wireless Backhaul

  • Edge Computing

  • Oil & Gas

  • Mining

  • Remote Monitoring

  • Critical Infrastructure


Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the 16U Climate Series™ one of STURDX's best-selling outdoor cabinets?

The 16U platform provides the rack capacity required for most outdoor networking applications while remaining compact, efficient to install, and easy to maintain. It delivers an excellent balance between usable rack space, operating cost, and future flexibility.


Why choose a 24" × 32" climate-controlled enclosure?

The additional cabinet depth accommodates modern networking equipment while improving cable routing, technician accessibility, and conditioned airflow without increasing the enclosure's footprint.


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 Cooling Only models available?

Yes. In addition to Cooling • Heating • Dehumidifier models, Cooling Only + Remote Access configurations are also available.


Is this enclosure suitable for NEMA applications?

Yes. The galvanized steel enclosure is suitable for applications commonly requiring NEMA 4 performance. Contact STURDX if your project requires a specific certified NEMA enclosure.


Does the cabinet include lifting eyebolts?

Yes. Factory-installed lifting eyebolts simplify transportation, unloading, crane handling, and positioning during installation.


Can STURDX customize this enclosure?

Yes. Climate Series™ cabinets can be customized with different dimensions, electrical integration, cable entry locations, OEM branding, enclosure cooling systems, gland plates, rack accessories, and application-specific configurations for virtually any outdoor networking, industrial, utility, or infrastructure project.