How do you know if an enclosure is suitable for a caravan or camping site?
Short answer
Enclosures for caravan and camping sites must meet DIN VDE 0100-708, or the equivalent IEC 60364-7-708 used in some countries. Both require a protection class higher than 0, a minimum splash protection rating of IPX4, IPX6 or a protective housing where equipment is cleaned at high pressure, at least IP4X protection against solid materials, and a minimum impact protection rating of IK07 to withstand reasonably foreseeable mechanical stress. Spelsberg's Abox, Abox Pro and GEOS enclosures are all suitable for outdoor caravan and camping sites.
Outdoor venues like caravan and camping sites are often exposed to harsh environmental conditions, so it is important to check that any enclosure you use on your outdoor site meets DIN VDE 0100-708. Some countries use IEC 60364-7-708 instead, but both require five important safety features:
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Protection class must be higher than 0.
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Equipment must have a minimum splash protection rating of IPX4.
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If equipment undergoes high-pressure cleaning, it should be protected to a rating of IPX6 or placed inside protective housing.
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Protection from solid materials should be at least IP4X.
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Installations must be able to withstand reasonably foreseeable mechanical stress, with a minimum impact protection rating of IK07.
We offer a range of enclosures suitable for use at caravan sites and similar outdoor venues. The Abox is fast and simple to install, while the Abox Pro and GEOS models cope with the most rugged outdoor camping environments. Our RK and RKi designs protect junction boxes in indoor and sheltered outdoor areas, and the AK range offers additional connection space in similar areas. The GTi and STV models are good choices when you need empty enclosures.
Our technical information page sets out the enclosures we recommend for different applications, and our product finder tool lets you search specifications to find the best enclosure for your site’s needs.
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