Eaton B-Line series bolt on accessories, NEMA 12, ANSI 61 gray polyester powder coated, Offers protection from water and dust, Stainless steel, Wall mounting, Bolt-on accessories, Fits enclosures 20" wide, Drop shield kit, 14 gauge
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Product Specs
- Application:
- Offers protection from water and dust
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Degree Of Protection:
- NEMA 12
- Finish Color:
- ANSI 61 gray painted
- Mounting Method:
- Wall
- Product Category:
- Bolt-on accessories
- Product Height:
- .75 in
- Product Length Depth:
- .75 in
- Product Weight:
- 1.61 lb
- Product Width:
- 20 in
- Special Features:
- Fits enclosures 20" wide
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Type:
- Fiberglass accessories
- Product Details:
- Fiberglass accessories
- Product Material:
- Stainless steel
B-LINE DK20A – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Does adding a B-Line DK20A drip shield keep a NEMA 12 enclosure rating intact?
The DK20A is a NEMA 12 rated bolt-on accessory and it is UL Listed, so it is built for the same dust and dripping-water duty as the NEMA 12 enclosure it mounts to. NEMA 12 covers indoor protection from falling dirt and dripping non-corrosive liquids; it is not a washdown or outdoor rating, so for hosedown or wet exterior locations you need a NEMA 4 or 4X assembly instead.
2) Is the B-Line DK20A stainless steel or painted steel? I need it to match existing gray enclosures.
Both. The kit is stainless steel with an ANSI 61 gray polyester powder coat, which is the standard gray used across Eaton B-Line enclosures, so it blends with existing ANSI 61 gray boxes on the same wall. The stainless substrate matters where a painted carbon steel shield would rust at drilled or scratched edges.
3) Does the DK20A drip shield need welding or holes drilled in the enclosure?
No welding. It is a bolt-on accessory for wall-mounted enclosures, so it fastens with hardware rather than being field-welded. Because it bolts on, it can be added to an installed enclosure without pulling the box off the wall.
4) Why would I add a drip shield to an indoor electrical enclosure at all?
A drip shield sheds condensation, overhead pipe drips, and settling dust away from the enclosure door seam, which is where liquid finds its way in. On a NEMA 12 box mounted under piping or in a dusty plant area, it is the cheap addition that keeps the gasket line clear. It is not a substitute for moving to a NEMA 4X enclosure in a genuinely wet or corrosive location.
5) Is DK20A a single part number or are there multiple sizes to pick from?
DK20A is the one model, and it is the 20 inch wide version. If your enclosure is a different width you need the corresponding drip shield for that width rather than this part.
6) How heavy is the B-Line DK20A and what are its projection dimensions?
It weighs 1.61 lb and measures 20 in wide with .75 in height and .75 in length/depth. One person can hold it in place while starting the fasteners, and the shallow .75 in dimension means it adds almost nothing to the enclosure footprint in a tight panel run.
7) What gauge material is the Eaton B-Line DK20A drop shield kit?
14 gauge. That is a structural thickness for a shield of this size, which is why it holds a straight edge over a 20 inch span instead of oil-canning the way thinner sheet would.
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Does the B-LINE DK20A come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE DK20A is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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