Universal NI – 316SS

An IP66, stainless steel enclosure designed for harsh and aggressive environments to ensure maximum life in service
AS/NZS 61439
Universal NI – 316SS
Australian Made
Australian Made

Product Information

Applications

Designed to house equipment such as electrical controls and instrumentation, junction terminations and PLCs.

Features

  • IP66 protection rating – more info on IP ratings
  • Built for industrial or demanding conditions
  • Unique wall mount feature ensure installation are quick and easy with no need to drill holes
  • Flexible equipment mounting options
  • Specially designed gutter system
  • 120º door opening provides easy access
  • Door rails come as standard fitted to the inside of the door
  • 2mm steel mounting pan powdercoated white
  • Region D wind rated to AS1170.2-2002: Structural design actions – Wind actions

Construction

Also available with Viewing Window Doors

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Order Guide

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Part NumberHeight (mm)Width (mm)Depth (mm)Usable Depth (mm)CAD Blocks3D BlocksEnquiry
Standard X15 Orange
NI03021/S*NI03021/SRO300200150125Enquiry
NI03031/S*NI03031/SRO 300300150125Enquiry
NI04031/S*NI04031/SRO 400300150125Enquiry
NI03041/S*NI03041/SRO 300400150125Enquiry
NI04032/S*NI04032/SRO 400300200175Enquiry
NI03042/S NI03042/SRO 300400200175Enquiry
NI04042/S NI04042/SRO 400400200175Enquiry
NI05042/S NI05042/SRO 500400200175Enquiry
NI06042/S NI06042/SRO 600400200175Enquiry
NI05052/S NI05052/SRO 500500200175Enquiry
NI04062/SNI04062/SRO400600200175Enquiry
NI06062/S NI06062/SRO 600600200175Enquiry
NI08062/S NI08062/SRO 800600200175Enquiry
NI10062/S NI10062/SRO 1000600200175Enquiry
NI10082/S NI10082/SRO 1000800200175Enquiry
NI04043/S NI04043/SRO 400400300275Enquiry
NI06043/S NI06043/SRO 600400300275Enquiry
NI04063/S NI04063/SRO 400600300275Enquiry
NI06063/S NI06063/SRO 600600300275Enquiry
NI08063/S NI08063/SRO 800600300275Enquiry
NI10063/S NI10063/SRO 1000600300275Enquiry
NI08083/S NI08083/SRO 800800300275Enquiry
NI10083/S NI10083/SRO 1000800300275Enquiry
NI12083/S NI12083/SRO 1200800300275Enquiry

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* Designed in Australia. All others designed and manufactured in Australia.

Accessories

Accessories

Climate Control

For more information see our Climate Control page (opens in new tab)

Lock Options

Standard

Catalogue No.TypeMaterialCommentsLock Insert TypeKeyImage
NI020/PSTurnbucklePowdercoated with SS InsertStandard7mm Square Stainless SteelSKZTurnbuckle Lock - Powdercoated Steel with 7mm Square Stainless Steel Insert
NI028S/STurnbuckleStainless SteelStandard on Bowen BW, option on all others8mm Square Slotted Stainless SteelSK8Turnbuckle Lock - Stainless Steel, 8mm Square Slotted

Options

Catalogue No.TypeMaterialCommentsLock Insert TypeKeyImage
NI020/STurnbuckleStainless SteelOption7mm Square Stainless SteelSKZTurnbuckle Lock - Stainless Steel with 7mm Square
NI028S/STurnbuckleStainless SteelStandard on Bowen BW, option on all others8mm Square Slotted Stainless SteelSK8Turnbuckle Lock - Stainless Steel, 8mm Square Slotted
NI030Wing Knob - LockableOptionKey Code 92268SK3Lockable Wing Knob - 92268 Key
NI030/CL001Wing Knob - LockableOptionKey Code CL001SK3Lockable Wing Knob - 92268 Key
NI030/L003Wing Knob - LockableOptionKey Code L003SK3Lockable Wing Knob - 92268 Key
NI111Wing Knob - Non-lockableOptionNon-lockable Wing Knob
NI040T Handle - LockableChromed SteelOptionKey Code 92268SK3T Handle Lockable - Chromed Steel 92268 Lock
NI050L Handle - LockableChromed SteelOptionKey Code 92268SK3L Handle Lockable - Chrome Steel Key 92268
NI052/SL Handle - PadlockableStainless SteelOptionPadlockL Handle Padlockable - Stainless Steel
NI020/DCDust CapPlasticOptionDust Cap for NI locks
Inserts for Turnbuckle Locks - Optional
Catalogue No.ProductMaterialLock Insert TypeKey
LKINS3P/SInsertStainless Steel3mm Double Bit PinSKZ
LKINS8S/SInsertStainless Steel8mm SquareSK8
LKINS8SS/SInsertStainless Steel8mm Square SlottedSK8
LKINS8T/SInsertStainless Steel8mm TriangleSKZ

AS/NZS 61439 Compliance

AS/NZS 61439 is the new series of standards for low-voltage (LV) switchgear and control gear assemblies. For more information on whether you need to comply see our AS/NZS 61439 page.

Click the bar below the requirements and responsibilities for complaince with AS/NZS 61439 for this enclosure.

The following definitions apply to this table: -

  • Original Manufacturer* - Switchboard designer and manufacturer of the switchboard enclosure.
  • Assembly Manufacturer* - A switchboard builder.
  • Original Equipment Manufacturer - The company who manufactured the switchgear used in final assembly.

*The original manufacturer and assembly manufacturer can be the same company or different companies.

If you are a SWITCHBOARD BUILDER this means you are the ASSEMBLY MANUFACTURER and you may be the ORIGINAL MANUFACTURER too. Any switchgear you order will need to be covered by the requirements of the Original Equipment Manufacturer.

B&R has some (but not all) of the responsibilities of the ORIGINAL MANUFACTURER.

If you are an END USER of the equipment you can see who has responsibility from these definitions.

NoCharacteristic to be CheckedClauseResponsibilityComments
1Strength of material and parts:10.2
Resistance to corrosion  10.2.2Original ManufacturerThe Universal NI Series of enclosures are made from steel and stainless steel and as such exceed standards requirements. Comparative testing done, Plus ES report; 103687.
Thermal stability (relates to non-metal enclosures)  10.2.3.1Original ManufacturerThis clause refers mainly to plastic enclosures.
Resistance to abnormal heat and fire (due to internal electric effect)  10.2.3.2Original ManufacturerAll insulating materials supplied have been tested to 960ºC glow-wire Standard. Plus ES report; 103863
Resistance to ultra-violet (UV) radiation  10.2.4Original ManufacturerUV ratings refer mainly to plastic enclosures however metal Powder-coat painted enclosures incorporates UV stabilization. AksoNobel report; 20LSR178
Lifting  10.2.5Original ManufacturerLifting is verified by test, if required. Generally this relates to larger switchboards to which lifting means (lugs) have been provided.
Mechanical Impact  10.2.6Original ManufacturerIK10; Metal enclosure systems have been tested to exceed IK10 (20 Joules).
Marking  10.2.7Assembly ManufacturerMarkings must be verified by test. Tests are performed by rubbing with water and petroleum spirits; generally done by the Switchboard Builder (Assembler).
2Degree of protection of enclosures (IP)10.3Original ManufacturerIP55; Ingress Protection (IP) rating needs to be verified by test or by assessment. SIMTARS report; NE05/0077
3Clearances10.4Assembly ManufacturerClearance and creepage can only be verified by test. Switchboard Builders (Assembler) must maintain compliance by ensuring correct clearance and creepage distances are maintained at >8mm (Uimp=8kV) and >16mm (Ui=1kV) respectively.
4Creepage distances10.4Assembly Manufacturer
5Protection against electric shock and integrity of protective circuits10.5
Effective continuity between the exposed conductive parts of the ASSEMBLY and the protective circuit   10.5.2Assembly ManufacturerEquipotential protective earth bonding points are required to be verified by test to less than 0.1ohm.
Short-circuit withstand strength of the protective circuit   10.5.3Original ManufacturerThe Universal NI Series are generally understood to be fitted with equipment making the switchboard not exceed 10kA prospective short-circuit withstand rating (Icp).
6Incorporation of switching devices and components10.6Assembly ManufacturerPoints 6, 7 and 8 are largely the responsibility of the Switchboard builder (Assembler). It is a requirement that the Assembler follow guidance from the original manufacturer. The advice of original manufacturers such as B&R and switchgear manufacturers, needs to be adhered to. Switchboard Builders need to be aware of the StandardÂ’s requirements for these verification points and incorporate these into complete design verification documentation.
7Internal electrical circuits and connections10.7Assembly Manufacturer
8Terminals for external conductors10.8Assembly Manufacturer
9Dielectric Properties10.9
Power-frequency withstand voltage  10.9.2Original ManufacturerThe Universal NI Series of enclosures are provided as a basic empty enclosure and as such dielectric property verification has not been possible as internal configurations are not known. Dielectric properties need to be verified by Impulse withstand testing or by assessment, reference clearances and creepages.
Impulse withstand voltage  10.9.3Original Manufacturer
10Temperature-rise limits10.1Assembly ManufacturerTemperature-rise can be determined by test or by comparison or by calculation. Temperature rise methods provided in AS/NZS 60890 can be used for switchboards not exceeding 1600A rating. The Universal NI Series of enclosures are rated to not exceed 630A and therefore AS/NZS 60890 should be used by the Designer.
11Short circuit withstand strength10.11Original ManufacturerThe Universal NI Series are generally understood to be fitted with equipment making the switchboard not exceed 10kA prospective short-circuit withstand rating (Icp).
12Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)10.12Original Equipment ManufacturerEquipment installed in switchboards shall comply with the immunity requirements of the relevant product or generic EMC standard. The Switchboard builder (assembler) shall obtain from the device and or component manufacturer the specific performance criteria of the equipment based on the acceptance criteria given in the relevant standard.
13Mechanical operation10.13Original Equipment ManufacturerThis verification testing need NOT be done on devices already been type tested according to their relevant product standard. Only if their mechanical operation has been modified does the assembly need to be retested by cycling it 200 times.

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