KDM IP54 Enclosure

Galvanized IP54 Enclosure

Stainless Steel IP54 Enclosure

KDM manufactured IP54 enclosure to provide top-quality, easily customized cabinets that will perform well in your application.

At KDM, our range of IP54 enclosures features a variety of different materials such as aluminum, carbon steel, and stainless steel.

We also offer a selection of gasket materials, dimensions, and sizes, a variety of colors, flanged options for mounting purposes. Some of our enclosures feature ventilation, display windows, and chassis plates.

If you are looking for a custom enclosure that meets the IP54 standard, our professional designing and development team can help you a lot.

Metal finishes can be customized including aluminum alloys, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and carbon steel, to meet your application requirements.

Finishes available include wet coat and powder coat painting, anodizing, and also dining. You can custom with cutouts, insulation, hinges, latches, or locks.

At KDM, we are dedicated to meeting the cost-savings enclosure you need without compromising quality and the high performance you expect from your IP54 electrical enclosure.

Our careful approach to manufacturing quality and efficiency, combined with creative and innovative designs for custom applications, ensures that your IP54 electrical enclosure will meet your desire for performance, quality, and value.

Our team is capable to manufactured different requirements IP54 enclosure products using high-grade raw material and advanced technology.

KDM provides professional services to each of our customers to gain their confidence and meet their requirements and needs.

Stainless Steel Raw Material

We, at KDM, adhere to providing the best enclosure solution to our client’s problem. In every product we manufactured, we make sure to achieve customer satisfaction.

Our IP54 enclosure is your perfect solution to use whenever application you need it.

With more than 10 years of experience in providing highly reliable enclosures, KDM is your best partner for any of your IP54 enclosure applications.

Our deep expertise in enclosure designing and developing enables our customers to meet the most rigorous application requirements with lower technical and business risk.

Whether you are interested in any of our IP enclosure or if you have an application-specific requirement, contact us!

The Ultimate FAQ Guide to IP54 Enclosures

What does the IP code mean?

The IP code stands for Ingress Protection. It is also known as IEC standard 60529, and EN 60529 in Europe.

It consists of 2 numbers following IP.

The first number corresponds to the level of protection against the ingress of solids, whereas the second digit corresponds to the ingress of liquids.

  Dust rating of the IP code

For dust, the numbers go from 1 to 6, and for liquids, they go from 1 to 9K.

Enclosures with a dust rating of 1 would protect against anything that is bigger than 50 mm, or 1.9 in.

On the other hand, enclosures that are fully dust-tight protect against any solid particles.

Enclosures with a liquid rating of 1 are effective against dripping water in an upright position, thus, they are protected against rain.

   Liquid rating of the IP code

Meanwhile, 9K enclosures are able to withstand pressurized jets of hot water.

There can be a zero marked, which means no protection.

There can also be an “X” mark, which usually means that any number can be put there.

There can be other lettered markings as well.

What does IP54 mean?

Enclosures rated with IP54 are protected against limited dust ingress, and from water spray from any direction.

Limited dust ingress means that most dust cannot enter the enclosure, but a small quantity of it can.

However, the dust that does get through is not nearly enough to disrupt the work of the electrical components of the enclosure.

 IP54 enclosure

What is the difference between IP45 and IP54?

IP45 is more water-proof than IP54, but IP54 is more dust-proof than IP45.

IP45 only protects from wires, not dust. However, it is able to withstand pressurized water.

Meanwhile, IP54 repels most dust, fibers, and lint, but can only protect from normal water spray.

What is associated with the letters after the main IP code?

As mentioned above the “X” means that there is no available information, or that it is irrelevant or replaceable.

There are 2 sets of optional letters you can add after the digits.

The additional set – A, B, C, D – describes the protection of the enclosure against tampering.

A stands for protection against the back of a hand, B stands for protection against a finger, C stands for protection against access with a tool, while D stands for protection against access with a wire.

The supplementary set of letters – H, M, S, W – tell the user what the enclosure is for.

H indicates that the enclosure is made for a high-voltage device, M indicates that the device inside the enclosure was moving during the water test, whereas S indicates that it was standing still.

Finally, W means that the enclosure is weather-proof.

The full IP code

You can use these to indicate what features you want your IP54 enclosures to have.

These are useful for better communication between the client and the manufacturer.

What testing do IP54 enclosures undergo?

Each IP rating has its own testing procedures.

IP5X is tested using a confined space with a vacuum and lots of dust and different powder that is blown all around the enclosure for 8 minutes, and then the enclosure is checked for dust ingress.

Dust chamber testing

IPX4 is tested using spray nozzles with oscillating tubes that pressurize and spray water for 5-10 minutes in any imaginable angle.

Can IP54 standards be converted into any NEMA type?

As for ネマ, we offer any type, starting with 1 and up to 13, including subtypes, such as 3X. Our NEMAエンクロージャ are protected against weather, corrosion, oil seepage, and much more.

IP ratings and NEMA types cannot be directly converted into one another, but they can be loosely compared as shown below.

  NEMA and IP rating comparison

As the table shows, there is a close similarity between IP54 and NEMA types 12, 12K, and 13. Types 3 and 5 are also fairly close.

Most of these are for indoor use or outdoor use in non-hazardous locations.

Can IP54 enclosures be used for outdoor applications?

IP54, just like our other IP enclosures, is suitable for outdoor applications because it is protected against low-pressure water sprays from any direction.

However, keep in mind that these enclosures are not entirely dust-tight and waterproof, so very dusty or underwater environments may be too harsh for them.

If you need that, check out our IP65 enclosures.

Additionally, our IP54 enclosures are suitable for mild marine environments due to their ability to withstand pressurized water spray.

Is IP54 waterproof?

Yes, but only under certain conditions.

This enclosure will protect your electrical components only if the water spray is not pressurized.

However, it can be from any direction.

Thus, IP54 enclosures are great for splashing water, rain, and snow.

It may not be waterproof, but it is sufficiently weather-proof.

Are IP54 enclosures explosion-proof?

Unfortunately, IP54 enclosures are not strong enough to contain an explosion or an arc flash.

They are not comparable to NEMA types 7, 8, 9, or 10.

These enclosures need to withstand high impacts and high temperatures.

However, if you need an explosion-proof enclosure, お問い合わせ and we will engineer it for you!

How well will IP54 enclosures protect electrical components against corrosive agents?

IP54 is not fully waterproof, so it may not protect against corrosive agents if they are strongly sprayed on it.

If they are just splashed, then there is no problem, but corrosive fumes may still get in because some dust does.

The rest is determined by the material.

Aluminum and stainless steel are the most corrosion-resistant materials.

Where can IP54 enclosures be used and for what applications?

IP54 enclosures can be used both indoors and outdoors in non-hazardous environments.

IP54 enclosures are commonly used in traffic control cabinets, various outdoor metering boxes and control panels, as well as telecom enclosures, and outdoor distribution boards.

This IP rating is perfect for outdoor environments because it is rain-proof and sufficiently protected against dust ingress.

IP54 enclosures are also well protected against tampering, just as any IP5X enclosure is.

      IP54 traffic control cabinet

What designs of IP54 enclosures can I choose from?

Designs for IP54 enclosures don’t differ from other enclosures we make.

Namely, we offer free-standing enclosures, floor-mounted, wall-mounted enclosures, pole-mounted enclosures, junction boxes, and custom enclosures.

自立型エンクロージャ are perfect for large electrical units that are too heavy to be wall-mounted or pole-mounted.

They could be of any height and width.

They are also portable, and can be walk-in enclosures.

 自立型エンクロージャ

床置き型エンクロージャ are very similar to free-standing enclosures, only floor-mounted ones are secured to the floor – thus, they are not portable.

壁掛け式エンクロージャ use mounting brackets, screws, and pads.

They are perfect for small devices, and thus are cost-effective.

 壁掛け式エンクロージャ

Pole-mounted enclosures are not too different from wall-mounted ones.

They also use mounting brackets, but they are ring-shaped, placed around the pole.

Pole-mounted enclosure

Junction boxes and operator interfaces are usually enclosures on a stand.

They have user-friendly layouts, are great for small electrical units, and can be portable.

    Junction box enclosure

Of course, we also have our custom enclosures, which can be of any design, shape, and requirement.

How many doors can an IP54 enclosure have?

シングルドアは小型で複雑度の低い電気ユニットに最適ですが、ダブルドアは大型で複雑なユニットに使用されます。

複数のドアは、大規模な産業用途やセキュリティ強化のために使用されます。

If you would like a consultation on our designs, you are welcome to reach out to us!

What features can I request for IP54 enclosures?

通気口、窓、蝶番付きドア、錠、ケーブル管理システムなどをリクエストできます。

通気口、および放射ファンは、熱を逃がす経路を提供し、筐体内の電気部品を冷却します。

これにより寿命が延び、故障の可能性も減ります。

筐体内の放熱ファン

これらは筐体内の空気圧を安定させ、筐体の電気部品を損傷する可能性のある結露を防ぎます。

Plus, the vents can be further upgraded to air conditioners and heat exchangers.

ウィンドウズ are used to help workers examine the electrical components in a non-invasive way.

And if something goes wrong, a window helps what is happening see right away.

Plus, infra-red windows help protect personnel from アークフラッシュ accidents.

窓付きの囲い

蝶番ドア 筐体のドアまたはカバーがどのように、どの程度開くかを制御します。

これには、リクエストできるさまざまなハンドルも含まれます。

ロック add a layer of security to your IP54 enclosure, making sure no one tampers with it or accidentally accesses its electrical components.

What accessories can I request for IP54 enclosures?

File pockets are used to store files like operating manuals, shift logs, information booklets, and anything else important that pertains to electrical components within the enclosure.

If your enclosure is intended for the outdoors, then the file pocket should be inside the enclosure, but if it is intended for the indoors, then it does not matter.

  File pocket (in white)

Cable management systems such as cable entry frames and clamps serve to keep wires organized and make them easier to install and maintain.

Smaller accessories that you can request for IP54 enclosures include solar shields, rain caps, and lifting eyes.

Solar shields are basically another layer on top of an enclosure that reflect solar radiation, controlling inner temperature of the enclosure to prolong the life of its electrical components.

solar shield (the top plate)

Rain caps are the top parts of an enclosure.

They can be flat, but protruding forth more than the enclosure, or they can be tilted like a roof.

They help divert streams of rain off of the enclosure so the rest of it gets less exposure to the rain.

This prolongs the life of your enclosure.

Because IP54 enclosures are not protected against pressurized spray of water, rain caps/hoods will be of great help to protect the enclosure from rainstorms when the rain is heavy and is equivalent to pressurized water.

  レインキャップ

Lifting eyes help with the installation and transfer of your enclosure.

They are little hooks at the corners of an enclosure that you can use to lift it up for transportation of mounting.

This is especially useful if an enclosure is very heavy and the only way to transport it is by lifting it up.

These are essential for IP54 outdoor telecom or traffic control cabinets.

Lifting eyes

To learn more, feel free to お問い合わせ for more information about all the different features we offer! We will also provide any custom feature you request.

Will additional features compromise the IP rating?

Yes, features like vents, windows, and locks do somewhat compromise the IP rating, but there are ways around it.

But KDM overcomes this difficulty, offering you some of the best enclosures for your business.

We incorporate various gaskets and filters to bring the IP rating back up.

What types of steel can be used for IP54 enclosures?

The materials used for IP54 enclosures aren’t different from materials used for other types of enclosures.

これらは 炭素鋼, 亜鉛メッキ鋼、 そして ステンレス鋼 – usually of the grades 304 or 316L.

Of course, each has its advantages and disadvantages.

炭素鋼は通常、ステンレス鋼よりも鈍いです。

It is also magnetic and more malleable since it only has iron and carbon. This steel is also prone to corrosion.

ステンレス鋼は、鉄と炭素の合金にクロム、ニッケル、モリブデンを加えて作られます。

We incorporate various gaskets and filters to bring the IP rating back up.

What types of steel can be used for IP54 enclosures?

The materials used for IP54 enclosures aren’t different from materials used for other types of enclosures.

これらは 炭素鋼, 亜鉛メッキ鋼、 そして ステンレス鋼 – usually of the grades 304 or 316L.

Of course, each has its advantages and disadvantages.

炭素鋼は通常、ステンレス鋼よりも鈍いです。

鉄と炭素のみで構成されているため、磁性があり、より展性があります。

This steel is also prone to corrosion.

ステンレス鋼は、鉄と炭素の合金にクロム、ニッケル、モリブデンを加えて作られます。

ステンレス鋼と亜鉛メッキ鋼

The grades 304 and 316 differ in the content of all additives.

Grade 316 is slightly stronger and resistant to saline and acidic water.

Grade 316L has a lower carbon content, making it a little bit stronger.

亜鉛メッキ鋼 is coated with a layer of zinc that gives it corrosion-resistant qualities.

While we do offer galvanized steel enclosures, this metal is vulnerable to salt water.

Please note that galvanized steel is more expensive and heavier than stainless steel.

This seems like a lot, so お問い合わせを送信 今すぐご相談ください！

Can IP54 enclosures be made of fiberglass?

グラスファイバー is very strong, can dissipate heat, and insulates electricity, lowering the effect of interference and the possibility of shock. It is made from glass fibers placed in plastic.

Fiberglass enclosures can be up to IP65, so IP54 is definitely possible.

Fiberglass is also effective against corrosion.

Speaking of plastics, we can include windows made from polycarbonate, ABS, and glass-reinforced plastics such as fiberglass.

ポリカーボネートは腐食に強いですが、ABS は安価です。

Is aluminum better for IP54 enclosures?

IP54 enclosures can also be made from aluminum alloys.

これらは必ずしも鋼合金より優れているわけではありませんが、目的やニーズによっては優れている場合もあります。

The aluminum alloys we use can be either of the 5052 or the 6061 series.

 アルミニウムとステンレス鋼

どちらも軽量ですが、5052 は溶接性に優れ、6061 は耐腐食性に優れています。

また、6061 の方が高価です。

アルミニウムの表面には腐食を防ぐ酸化物の層があります。

この素材は、溶剤、石油化学製品、一部の酸、ほとんどの硫酸塩および硝酸塩にさらされる筐体に特に適しています。

So, if you are looking to put IP54 enclosures in such mildly hazardous environments, aluminum is good for that.

What paints and coatings can be used for IP54 enclosures?

当社の筐体は十分に保護されていますが、適切なコーティングを施すことでさらに保護を強化できます。

任意の色のエナメル塗装または粉体塗装を選択できます。

エナメル塗料 光沢のある仕上がりで、さまざまな気象条件に耐性があります。

エポキシエナメルや PU エナメルなどの特殊なエナメル塗料は、耐腐食性があるため、工業用筐体によく使用されます。

粉体塗料 静電気力で沈着するので、エナメルよりも早く簡単に沈着します。

外観もより柔軟で、光沢仕上げとマット仕上げのオプションが用意されています。

 粉体塗装仕上げ

陽極酸化処理やアルダイニングコーティングも承ります。

陽極酸化処理 コーティングでは、陽極を使用して金属（通常はアルミニウム）を酸化し、厚さを増やして耐腐食性を高めます。

鋼鉄は、金属の腐食を早める可能性があるため、通常は陽極酸化処理されません。

アロジンコーティングとも呼ばれる クロメート化成コーティングは、塗装の下地として鋼鉄やアルミニウムに使用され、腐食を防止します。

アロジンコーティング

This is a cheaper process than anodizing, and can be recognized by its distinctive greenish-yellow hue, unless it is painted over.

あらゆる色と仕上げのコーティングをご提供できますので、 お問い合わせ 今日！

How do you customize the symbols or writing on an IP54 enclosure?

当社のカスタマイズサービスには、彫刻やシルクスクリーン印刷が含まれます。

Silk Screening is the easiest and most affordable method to customize an enclosure.

Any flat side of the enclosure can be silk-screened with labeling operators, serial number, your company name and logo.

Examples of operators include Hand-Off-Auto, emergency stop or gas detection among others.

ただし、ステンレス鋼やアルミニウムなどの金属にシルクスクリーン印刷すると、摩耗したり傷が付いたりすることがありますが、透明な粉体塗装を施すとそれを防ぐことができます。

 シルクスクリーン

エンクロージャに彫刻を施すことは、エンクロージャをカスタマイズするもう 1 つの方法です。

このオプションはシルクスクリーン印刷よりもコストがかかり、時間もかかりますが、より長期にわたります。

ロゴやシンボルのデザインでは、筐体の表面から少しの金属が取り除かれます。

Usually, about 0.005 inches or 0.010 inches of metal is removed.

金属が取り除かれたら、ご要望に応じて任意の色のエポキシ塗料で塗りつぶします。

彫刻