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Common Applications for Electrical Box Enclosures

Common Applications for Electrical Box Enclosures

Mark Ligon |

There are numerous areas where sensitive electronic equipment is needed. When such equipment is installed, it is usually necessary to ensure that the wires are protected. Exposure to elements such as dust, rain and sun will not only damage the equipment and wires but can also result in electrical faults. To avoid the adverse effects of exposed electronic equipment, you should make use of electrical box enclosures, which are cabinets in which displays, knobs and switches are mounted. The box enclosures are usually made of plastic or metals such as aluminum, carbon steel and stainless steel.

Irrigation Wiring

Irrigation requires the use of electrical energy to pump water from the source and sprinkle it on the grounds. Whether you are looking to water your lawn, garden or farm, you will need to have a reliable source of energy. To achieve this, it will be necessary to have the required wiring in place. However, the joints at which the wires connect will have to be protected from water. The switches to be used in turning the system on and off will also have to be protected from the elements. Electrical enclosures will help to protect your investment and keep you safe from electrocution.

Low Voltage Lighting

Accent lighting can add to the aesthetic beauty of your home. When low-voltage lighting is installed in an outdoor area, there is no doubt that the electrical equipment will be exposed to weather elements. This means that the equipment should be installed in such a way that it is protected from the sun, rain and dust. You must also ensure maximum protection for your pets, children and guests who may touch naked wires that pose dangers to them. The best way to avoid the destruction of your property, as well as accidents in your home, is to use electrical enclosures.

Pool Installations

A lot of electrical equipment goes into making your pool functional and maintaining it to ensure comfort when swimming. This kind of equipment is commonly referred to as pool installations. However, for the installations to work as expected, there must be reliable energy to power them. This means that you will need to hire a professional to install electrical wiring in the pool area. The wiring should ensure that water does not get to the exposed parts of the pool installations and naked wires do not find their way into the pool. When the electrical current comes into contact with water in the pool, it could lead to injuries or fatalities to those swimming in the pool. This is why waterproof electric enclosures should be used to ensure safety.

Water Docks

Depending on the type of water dock you have, there is likely to be dock wiring to help you achieve a number of functions. Such wiring is bound to be accompanied by electrical wires and switches. With the large volume of water that surrounds these docks and the waves that lift them high above the surface, there is the real danger of water getting into equipment or coming into contact with wires on the dock. Installing electrical enclosures near the dock will not only protect the dock wiring but will also ensure that everyone on the dock or swimming in the surrounding waters is safe from electrocution.

Boat Applications

The complex systems that make any boat functional rely on electric power to facilitate various functions. Since boats are used in water, any part of the circuit that is left exposed is likely to come into contact with water. If this happens, the boat may fail to function as expected or people on board may be electrocuted. This is why it is important to keep all boat applications protected from water. There are waterproof electric enclosures that are ideal for use in such cases. Such box enclosures should be used to maintain a safe environment at all times.

Other Outdoor Power

Wherever there is outdoor power, you should ensure that electric enclosures are installed so that the circuit is well-protected. This includes internet connections and telecommunications equipment. Any equipment and materials that need waterproofing should be protected from weather elements using electrical box enclosures.

CIS carries a wide range of Fiberglass enclosures & Polycarbonate enclosures for a wide range of electrical connections and electrical applications.