Eaton B-Line series panels and panel accessories, White polyester powder coated, Aluminum, Panels and panel accessories, Fits 8" X 6" enclosures, JIC and small panels
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Finish Color:
- White powder coated
- Product Category:
- Panels & panel accessories
- Product Height:
- 6.87 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 4.875 in
- Product Weight:
- .265 lb
- Product Width:
- 4.87 in
- Special Features:
- Fits 8" X 6" enclosures
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Panels & Plates
- Product Subgroup:
- Panel Accessories
- Product Type:
- Back panel
- Product Details:
- Back panel
- Product Material:
- Aluminum
B-LINE AW86AP – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Which enclosure size does the Eaton B-Line AW86AP back panel fit?
The AW86AP is sized for 8 x 6 inch enclosures, the JIC and small panel style. The panel itself measures 6.87 in height, 4.87 in width and 4.875 in listed length/depth, so it sits inside the box on the mounting studs rather than matching the outside box dimensions. If your enclosure is a different size, you need the back panel matched to that box, not this one.
2) Is the AW86AP back panel aluminum or steel, and will it corrode in a washdown or outdoor enclosure?
Aluminum, with a white polyester powder coat over it. That is the reason to pick it over a plain steel sub-panel in damp, coastal or washdown locations: the base metal doesn't rust if the coating gets scratched during drilling and tapping. Weight is .265 lb, so it is easy to pull and drill on the bench before mounting.
3) Is the B-Line AW86AP sub-panel UL Listed for use in a control enclosure?
Yes, the AW86AP carries a UL Listing. That matters on jobs where the inspector wants the enclosure and its internal components to be listed rather than field-fabricated, and it is why spec writers call out a manufacturer's back panel instead of a cut piece of sheet stock.
4) What exactly is a back panel like the AW86AP used for inside an electrical enclosure?
It is the inner mounting plate. You drill and tap it for DIN rail, terminal blocks, relays, contactors or a small controller, then mount the loaded plate into the enclosure. The AW86AP is the plate only, so the enclosure, mounting hardware and anything you fasten to it are separate purchases.
5) What part number do I order for a white aluminum back panel for an 8 x 6 B-Line enclosure?
Order Eaton B-Line model AW86AP. It is a single configuration, white polyester powder coated aluminum, sized for 8 x 6 inch JIC and small enclosures, so there is no finish or size option to specify.
6) Can I drill and tap the AW86AP aluminum panel for my own DIN rail layout?
Yes. Aluminum at this size takes a tapped hole easily and the .265 lb plate can be laid out on the bench. Keep in mind the white powder coat is a finish, not an insulator you can rely on, so bond the plate per your grounding detail if your panel design calls for it.
How fast can I get the B-LINE AW86AP delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit,
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Does the B-LINE AW86AP come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE AW86AP is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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