
STURDX Climate Series™ 42U IP66 Weatherproof Outdoor Network Cabinet with Air Conditioner | 24" × 40" (600 × 1000 mm) | Galvanized Steel | 19-Inch Rack Enclosure

Product Overview
The STURDX Climate Series™ 42U IP66 Weatherproof Outdoor Network Cabinet with Air Conditioner (24" × 40" / 600 × 1000 mm) is engineered for outdoor installations where high equipment density, dependable climate control, and long-term reliability are essential. Designed for telecommunications, industrial automation, fiber optic infrastructure, utilities, renewable energy, transportation, and critical communications, this enclosure protects valuable electronics from heat, humidity, airborne contaminants, rain, and demanding environmental conditions.
Manufactured from heavy-duty galvanized steel with an insulated thermal design, the Climate Series™ creates a stable operating environment for networking and electrical equipment while providing the additional enclosure depth required for today's larger switches, UPS systems, industrial controllers, and structured cabling.
Every STURDX Climate Series™ cabinet is built around our exclusive STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ platform. The enclosure operates as a sealed closed-loop cooling system when equipped with an air conditioner, while factory-installed removable blanking plates preserve the option to add filtered fan ventilation later if future operating conditions or seasonal temperatures make passive airflow a practical alternative.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | STURDX Climate Series™ |
| SKU | STX-CL-42U601002XD |
| Rack Height | 42U |
| Rack Standard | 19-inch EIA-310 |
| External Dimensions | 23.6" × 39.4" (600 × 1000 mm) |
| Material | Heavy-Duty Galvanized Steel |
| Construction | Insulated Double-Wall Construction |
| Protection Rating | IP66 |
| Finish | Outdoor UV-Resistant Powder Coating |
| 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:
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Insulated construction for improved thermal efficiency
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STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ platform
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IP66 weatherproof enclosure
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Heavy-duty galvanized steel construction
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Outdoor UV-resistant powder-coated finish
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Factory-prepared air conditioner opening
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Covered fan openings with removable blanking plates
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Four adjustable 19-inch rack rails
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DIN rail installed
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Door switch installed
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Door stopper installed
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IP68 cable glands included
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Bottom cable knockouts
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Lockable front and rear doors
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Heavy-duty polyurethane door gasket
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Integrated grounding system
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Floor mounting base
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Factory-installed lifting eyebolts
Available Air Conditioner Options
Choose the enclosure cooling system that best matches your equipment and operating environment.
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 higher heat loads, STURDX also supplies:
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220V / 60Hz
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Cooling capacities up to 6000W
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Up to approximately 19,000 BTU/hr
Our engineering team can recommend the most suitable cooling solution for your project.
Made in USA Air Conditioners
For projects requiring BABA compliance or U.S.-manufactured cooling equipment, STURDX also offers Made in USA IP66 stainless steel enclosure air conditioners in multiple capacities.
More Room for Critical Equipment
The 24" × 40" (600 × 1000 mm) enclosure is designed for installations where additional internal depth improves both equipment layout and long-term serviceability.
The larger interior provides valuable space for:
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High-capacity Ethernet switches
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Fiber optic backbone equipment
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Rack-mounted UPS systems
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Industrial automation hardware
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Power distribution equipment
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Battery backup systems
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Organized cable management
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Future network expansion
Additional depth also improves airflow around installed equipment while making routine maintenance easier.
STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™
The Climate Series™ is engineered to provide flexibility throughout the life of the enclosure.
Every cabinet leaves the factory configured for sealed closed-loop air conditioning while retaining the ability to support optional filtered fan ventilation through factory-prepared fan openings.
Depending on equipment heat load and seasonal temperatures, operators may choose the cooling strategy best suited to their application without permanently modifying the enclosure.
Product Description
The STURDX Climate Series™ 42U Outdoor Network Cabinet is designed for organizations that require dependable climate-controlled protection for networking, telecommunications, industrial control, and electrical equipment installed outdoors.
Its increased enclosure depth provides greater flexibility for today's larger networking hardware while maintaining a narrow installation footprint suitable for space-constrained locations.
When paired with a properly sized STURDX enclosure air conditioner, the Climate Series™ helps maintain stable internal temperatures, improve equipment reliability, and protect valuable electronics from heat, dust, humidity, insects, and harsh weather throughout the year.
Typical Applications
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Telecommunications Infrastructure
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Fiber Backbone Networks
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Enterprise Networking
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Industrial Ethernet
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SCADA Systems
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PLC Automation
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Utility Monitoring
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Renewable Energy
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Solar Farms
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Wind Energy
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Smart City Infrastructure
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Transportation Networks
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Security & Surveillance
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Edge Computing
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Manufacturing Facilities
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Battery Energy Storage
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Electrical Distribution
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Oil & Gas
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Mining
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Remote Communications
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose a 24" × 40" climate-controlled cabinet?
The larger enclosure depth provides additional space for deeper equipment, improved cable routing, higher-capacity UPS systems, battery backup, and future expansion while maintaining a relatively compact cabinet width.
What is STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™?
STURDX Hybrid Cooling Ready™ is our factory-prepared cooling platform that supports both sealed closed-loop air conditioning and optional filtered fan ventilation. Every Climate Series™ cabinet includes removable blanking plates that allow optional fan kits to be added later without modifying the enclosure.
Can I reduce energy consumption during cooler months?
Depending on equipment heat load and ambient conditions, optional filtered fan ventilation may provide sufficient cooling during cooler seasons. When additional cooling is required, the enclosure can quickly return to sealed closed-loop air-conditioned operation.
Are galvanized and stainless steel air conditioners available?
Yes. Standard enclosure air conditioners are available with either galvanized steel or stainless steel housings. STURDX also offers Made in USA IP66 stainless steel air conditioners for projects requiring BABA-compliant or U.S.-manufactured cooling systems.
Why are the fan openings covered?
The removable blanking plates maintain the enclosure's sealed cooling performance while preserving the flexibility to add optional filtered fan ventilation in the future if operating requirements change.
Does the cabinet include lifting eyebolts?
Yes. Every floor-standing Climate Series™ cabinet includes factory-installed lifting eyebolts for safer transportation, unloading, crane lifting, and installation.
Can this cabinet be customized?
Absolutely. STURDX Climate Series™ cabinets are available with custom dimensions, electrical integration, OEM branding, cable entry modifications, enclosure cooling options, and project-specific accessories to meet virtually any outdoor application.
