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Rittal 1338000 AX Compact Control Cabinet, Carbon Steel, IP66/NEMA 12

Rittal 1338000 AX Compact Control Cabinet, Carbon Steel, IP66/NEMA 12

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Rittal 1338000 AX Compact Control Cabinet, Carbon Steel, IP66/NEMA 12

The Rittal AX compact control cabinet is a carbon steel enclosure built around Rittal's patented 25 mm system grid, the same modular layout used on the larger VX25 platform, so accessories and rail-mounted components install without drilling. The housing and door are 1.5 mm carbon steel paired with a 2.5 mm mounting plate sized 330 mm x 575 mm, finished in RAL 7035. The enclosure carries IP66 protection (IEC 60529 and EN 60529) and a NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12 rating (UL 50E Type 1, 3R, 4, 12), making it well suited to demanding indoor and outdoor electrical installations.

Key Features

  • Mounting Plate Dimensions: 330 mm x 575 mm mounting plate provides a generous interior mounting area for system accessories.
  • Durable Construction: Carbon steel housing and door at 1.5 mm thickness with a 2.5 mm mounting plate for rigid, long-lasting protection.
  • 25 mm System Grid: Embossed enclosure cams in the roof, base and side replicate the VX25 system grid, letting accessories be installed and retrofitted on rails without drilling.
  • Protection Rating: IP66 to IEC 60529 and EN 60529, plus a NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12 rating (UL 50E Type 1, 3R, 4, 12) for wet and industrial locations.
  • Impact Resistance: IK10 impact protection rating for added mechanical durability.
  • Finish: RAL 7035 finish on housing and door.
  • Secure Locking: Includes a 3 mm double-bit lock with an interchangeable door catch and two locks total.
  • Complete Supply Package: Ships with mounting plate, housing with door(s), punched door strip, and flange (gland) plate(s) in the enclosure base.

Certifications & Compliance

  • IP66 Rated per IEC 60529 and EN 60529
  • NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12 Rated Enclosure
  • UL 50E Type 1, 3R, 4, 12 Listed
  • IK10 Impact Protection Rating

Technical Specifications

  • Number of doors: 1
  • No. of locks: 2
  • Interchangeable door catch: 1

Typical Applications

  • Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
  • Control and Automation Panel Enclosures
  • Outdoor and Wet-Location Installations
  • System Expansion and Retrofit Projects
  • Panel and Component Housing for System Accessories

Why Rittal?

Rittal builds the AX compact control cabinet from carbon steel with an IP66 rating and a NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12 protection class (UL 50E Type 1, 3R, 4, 12), giving electrical professionals a rugged, code-compliant enclosure for demanding environments. The patented 25 mm system grid keeps installation and future expansion fast and drill-free while preserving the enclosure's protection class, and the included mounting plate, door hardware, and gland plates simplify planning and configuration for panel builders and installers alike.

Manufacturer Resources

Rittal Product Catalog

Product Specs

Product Type:
Enclosure
Series:
AX
Configuration:
Single Door
Standards:
NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12
Product Material:
Carbon Steel
Product Color:
RAL 7035
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Boxes & Enclosures
Product Subgroup:
Enclosures

Rittal 1338000 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can the Rittal 1338000 AX enclosure be mounted outdoors?
Yes. The AX 1338000 carries IP66 protection to IEC 60529 and EN 60529 plus a NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12 rating (UL 50E Type 1, 3R, 4, 12), so it is rated for wet and outdoor locations as well as dusty indoor industrial areas. It also carries an IK10 impact protection rating if the enclosure is exposed to knocks in traffic areas.
2) How much usable panel space is inside the Rittal 1338000, and does it come with a mounting plate?
A 2.5 mm mounting plate measuring 330 mm x 575 mm is included, so you have that full area for DIN rail, breakers, drives, or terminal blocks straight out of the box. The supply package also includes the housing with door, a punched door strip, and flange (gland) plate(s) in the base.
3) Can I use VX25 accessories in a Rittal AX compact enclosure?
The AX housing is built around Rittal's patented 25 mm system grid, the same modular layout used on the larger VX25 platform. Embossed cams in the roof, base and side walls replicate that grid, so rail-mounted accessories install and retrofit without drilling, which keeps the IP66 rating intact. If you are standardizing a plant on VX25 accessory kits, the AX follows the same pitch.
4) Is the ABB Q-Line 225A NEMA 3R enclosure an equivalent swap for the Rittal 1338000 AX cabinet?
No, they are built for different jobs. The Rittal 1338000 AX is a single-door carbon steel compact control cabinet rated IP66 and NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12 (UL 50E Type 1, 3R, 4, 12), supplied with a 2.5 mm mounting plate measuring 330 mm x 575 mm and the 25 mm system grid for drill-free accessory mounting. The ABB Q-Line enclosure is rated NEMA 3R and is sized around a 225A device. If you are housing control and automation components on a mounting plate and need Type 4 and Type 12 protection against washdown and falling dust, the AX cabinet is the one that carries those ratings.
5) My drawing calls for a NEMA 3R enclosure. Does the Rittal 1338000 AX satisfy that, or do I need the ABB unit?
The Rittal 1338000 AX carries a NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12 rating under UL 50E Type 1, 3R, 4, 12, so a 3R requirement is covered, and it adds Type 4 and Type 12 on top of it along with IP66 to IEC 60529 and EN 60529. The ABB Q-Line enclosure is rated NEMA 3R. Both meet a 3R call-out; the difference is that the AX also qualifies where hosedown water or falling dust is a factor, and it comes with a mounting plate and the 25 mm system grid for component layout.
6) Is the Rittal 1338000 a single-door or double-door cabinet, and how does it lock?
Single door. It uses a 3 mm double-bit lock with an interchangeable door catch, and there are two locks total on the door. If your site keys everything to a single insert, the catch is swappable for another type.
7) What gauge and material is the Rittal AX 1338000 enclosure body?
Housing and door are 1.5 mm carbon steel, with a heavier 2.5 mm carbon steel mounting plate. Finish is RAL 7035 light grey, the standard control cabinet colour, so it matches existing Rittal lineups on a wall. Carbon steel suits general industrial duty; for washdown, chemical, or coastal exposure a stainless enclosure is the better call.
8) For a simple surface-mounted distribution box, is the Rittal 1338000 AX cabinet more than I need?
Possibly. The Rittal 1338000 AX is a carbon steel control cabinet in RAL 7035 with IK10 impact protection, a 3 mm double-bit lock with interchangeable door catch, two locks, and flange plates in the base - features aimed at panel building and outdoor or wet locations. If the task is just mounting a device to a wall indoors, the ABB Formula A2ENCL250 series is a surface-mount electrical enclosure intended for that kind of straightforward installation. Choose the AX when you need the mounting plate, the 25 mm grid for future accessory retrofits, and Type 4 and 12 sealing.
9) Will a NEMA 4 rated enclosure like the Rittal AX pass for a dusty machine shop as well as a hosedown area?
It covers both. NEMA 4 addresses hosedown and splashing water, NEMA 12 covers dust and dripping liquids, and 3R covers outdoor rain and sleet. The 1338000 holds all of those plus Type 1, and the equivalent IEC figure is IP66 (dust tight, protected against powerful water jets).
How fast can I get the Rittal 1338000 delivered?
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Does the Rittal 1338000 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Rittal 1338000 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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