Hammond Manufacturing Type 12 Mild Steel Miniature Pushbutton Enclosures

Hammond Manufacturing Type 12 Mild Steel Miniature Pushbutton Enclosures accept 22mm miniature oil-tight pushbuttons, switches, and pilot lights, providing protection from dirt, dust, oil, and water. These MPB series enclosures are designed according to UL 508A Type 12 and 13 standards as well as CSA Type 12 and 13. The enclosures also comply with NEMA Type 12 and 13 ratings and IEC 60529 (IP54) protection standards. Hammond Manufacturing Type 12 Mild Steel Miniature Pushbutton Enclosures are built with formed 14- or 16-gauge steel, smooth seams that are continuously welded, and captive cover screws that thread into sealed wells. Welded brackets offer enclosure mounting, and the larger enclosures feature an internally hinged removable cover for easier wiring. These phosphatized enclosures come with an oil-resistant gasket and include two color choices: ANSI 61 gray or RAL7035 light gray powder coating.

Features

  • Designed to accept 22mm miniature oil-tight pushbuttons, switches, and pilot lights
  • Provides protection from dirt, dust, oil, and water
  • Standards
    • UL 508A Type 12 and 13
    • CSA Type 12 and 13
    • Complies with
      • NEMA Type 12 and 13
      • IEC 60529, IP54
    • Appropriate components required to maintain these standards
  • Formed 14-gauge steel (MPB1 is 16 gauge)
  • Smooth, continuously welded seams
  • Welded brackets provide for enclosure mounting
  • Captive cover screws thread into sealed wells
  • Larger enclosures provide internally hinged removable covers, designed to hold open cover during wiring
  • Oil-resistant gasket and adhesive
  • Bonding stud provided on door and grounding stud provided on enclosure
  • Offered in 2 colors - cover and enclosure phosphatized and finished in ANSI 61 gray or RAL7035 light gray powder coating

Wiring Options

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Published: 2024-05-15 | Updated: 2026-01-08