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ABB RLP Surface-Mount Panelboard Front Trim, AF Series Deadfront Cover
The ABB RLP Panelboard Front Trim is a surface-mount (SURF) deadfront cover engineered to complete ABB AF Series panelboard enclosure assemblies. This listing covers the RLP front trim family, offered in front trim sizes ranging from 37.5 in. x 20 in. up to 43.5 in. x 20 in. to match the specific AF Series panelboard enclosure being finished. Each unit provides a finished, code-compliant closure over the panelboard interior while preserving service and inspection access, and ships 1 EA for straightforward replacement or new-installation use on commercial and industrial electrical panels.
Key Features
- Surface-Mount Configuration: Built as a SURF (surface) style front trim for panelboard enclosures mounted on the wall surface rather than flush/recessed, distinguishing it from flush-mount trim options.
- AF Series Compatibility: Engineered specifically to fit and complete ABB AF Series panelboard assemblies, ensuring a proper mechanical match to the enclosure.
- RLP Front Family Sizing: Part of the RLP front trim lineup, available across front trim sizes from 37.5 in. x 20 in. to 43.5 in. x 20 in. so installers can match the exact panelboard enclosure size required.
- Deadfront Cover Function: Provides a finished exterior closure over the energized panelboard interior, supporting a clean, professional, code-compliant installation appearance.
- Individual Packaging: Supplied 1 EA, suitable for single-unit replacement projects or as a component in new panelboard builds.
Technical Specifications
- Configuration: Surface Mount
- Front Trim Size (H x W): 37.5 in. x 20 in. to 43.5 in. x 20 in.
- Country of Origin: UKN
- Buy American Act (BAA) Compliance: Contact Manufacturer
- American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Compliance: Contact Manufacturer
- Packaging: 1 EA
Typical Applications
- Commercial and Industrial Panelboard Installations
- Surface-Mounted Electrical Enclosure Assemblies
- Panelboard Front Trim Replacement Projects
- New Construction Electrical Distribution Panels
- ABB AF Series Panelboard Upgrades and Retrofits
Why ABB?
ABB is a recognized manufacturer of panelboard systems and electrical distribution equipment, and the RLP front trim is built to fit precisely within the AF Series panelboard family across its available surface-mount size configurations. Choosing a manufacturer-matched front trim helps ensure a proper mechanical fit and a finished, professional appearance for panelboard installations. ZenSupply stocks ABB panelboard components, including RLP surface-mount front trims sized from 37.5 in. x 20 in. to 43.5 in. x 20 in., to support electrical contractors and facility teams sourcing enclosure and trim parts for commercial and industrial projects.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Panelboard Front Trim
- Series:
- AF Series
- Configuration:
- Surface Mount
- Country of Origin:
- UKN
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Trade Size:
- 37.5 in. x 20 in. - 43.5 in. x 20 in.
- Product Subgroup:
- Panelboards & Load Centers
ABB AF43SN – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will the ABB RLP front trim fit a flush-mounted panelboard?
No. The RLP front trim in the AF Series is built as a surface-mount (SURF) style front, meaning it suits enclosures mounted on the wall surface rather than recessed into it. A flush/recessed panelboard needs a flush-type front instead. Getting this wrong is the most common ordering mistake on panelboard trim, since the interior and box can be identical while the front is not interchangeable.
2) What sizes does the ABB AF Series RLP surface-mount panelboard front come in?
Two front trim sizes are offered: 37.5 in. x 20 in. (part AF37SN) and 43.5 in. x 20 in. (part AF43SN). Both share the same 20 inch width, so the choice comes down to the height of the AF Series enclosure you are covering. Measure the box itself, not the old trim, if the old trim has been cut or damaged.
3) Can I use the AF37SN front on an ABB panelboard that is not AF Series?
It is built to fit ABB AF Series panelboard assemblies, and the RLP front family is dimensioned to match those enclosures. If your panelboard is a different ABB series, or another manufacturer's box, the mounting and door opening will not line up reliably. Match the series stamped on the panelboard label before ordering.
4) What does a panelboard front trim actually do, and do I need one for a new panel install?
The front trim is the deadfront cover: it closes the panelboard interior so energized parts are not exposed, while still allowing the panel to be opened for service and inspection. On a new surface-mount AF Series build the front is what finishes the assembly, so yes, an enclosure and interior alone are not a complete installation without it. It is also the piece most often replaced on its own after damage during a remodel.
5) If my old panel front is damaged, can I order just the front instead of replacing the whole panelboard?
Yes. The RLP front is supplied as a standalone component, 1 EA per unit, so it works as a single-unit replacement on an existing ABB AF Series surface-mount panel. You keep the box, interior and breakers and just swap the trim. Confirm the enclosure height matches either the 37.5 inch or 43.5 inch front before you order.
6) I am ordering panelboard trim for a federally funded job. Is the ABB RLP front Buy American compliant?
ABB lists the country of origin for the RLP front as unknown (UKN), and directs both Buy American Act and ARRA compliance questions to the manufacturer. For a federally funded project that means you should get written confirmation from ABB on the specific part number, AF37SN or AF43SN, before you submit it on a compliance schedule.
7) How many fronts come in a box if I am standardizing trim across several panels in a building?
Each RLP front is packaged and sold individually, 1 EA, so a property or facility team ordering for multiple AF Series panels orders one per opening. Count the surface-mount panels by enclosure height and split the quantity between the 37.5 inch and 43.5 inch fronts accordingly.
How fast can I get the ABB AF43SN delivered?
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Does the ABB AF43SN come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The ABB AF43SN is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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