The application or use normally decides the style. For example, if frequent opening is required, the new 1/4 turn contemporary design is faster and easier than removing the compression clamps. If the application demands heavy equipment mounted to the doors or large cutouts that weaken the door structure, a heavy duty traditional style is recommended. Hammond offers a variety of both Traditional and Euro/Contemporary designs with various NEMA ratings, material types and features.
Traditional Design
Traditional design is generally heavy duty or severe environment conditions.
Euro or Contemporary Design
Euro/Contemporary design is generally used for appearance, ease of entry or for use with modular accessories.
Features and Benefits of Enclosure Types
Features | Traditional | Euro/Contemporary |
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Enclosure Types
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Wallmounts, Floormounts, Freestanding
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Wallmounts, Floormount Modular
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NEMA Rating
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Type 12, 4 & 4X
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Type 12, 4 & 4X
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Material Type
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Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, Non-metallic
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Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, Non-metallic
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Finish
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Mild Steel
ASA 61 Gray exterior White interior Stainless Steel - brushed Non-metallic - Medium Gray |
Mild Steel
ASA 61 Gray Exterior RAL 7035 interior/exterior Stainless Steel - brushed Non-metallic - Medium Gray |
Hinges
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Continuous piano hinge
advantage - greater strength |
Concealed hinge
advantage - easily removable |
Door Closure
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Clamps, screws or handle
advantage - maximum surface area |
Quarter Turn - 2 or 3 point handle
advantage - easily accessible entry |
Padlocking
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Comes standard on enclosure
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Accessory padlock adaptor available
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Mounting Options
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Integrated mounting feet
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Holes through box or optional feet
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Lip Construction
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Flat or formed lip seal
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Flanged trough collar (FTC) lip seal
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Inner Panel
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White inner panel included
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White or galvanized inner panel available as an accessory*
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* Eclipse Junior & HME Series includes a galvanized inner panel.