Cabinets in steel plate
wall and floor mounted cabinets for industrial installations

Cabinets in steel plate are the standard choice in most industrial installations where the environment is dry and the requirements for corrosion protection are normal.
A sheet steel cabinet provides high mechanical stability, good serviceability and cost-effective protection for electrical and automation equipment.

Related product areas

Stainless steel cabinets →  for corrosive and hygienic environments

Plastic enclosures → for chemically exposed or lighter applications

Cabinets & enclosures → overview of the entire range

FAQ - Frequently asked questions about cabinets in steel plate

Choose cabinets in steel plate when installing in:

  • dry and controlled indoor environments
  • industrial environments without aggressive chemical influences
  • applications where high mechanical stability is required
  • installations requiring easy assembly and future expansion

Sheet metal cabinets are often used as electrical cabinets in industrial facilities where standardized solutions are fully sufficient.

Cabinets in steel plate work well in many industrial environments, but are not always the best choice when the environment places special demands on materials and surface protection.

Other materials may be more suitable when:

  • the installation is exposed to moisture, condensation or outdoor environment
  • cleaning is done with water or chemically aggressive agents
  • high requirements for corrosion resistance or hygiene exist
  • the application requires stainless or acid-resistant design

In these environments, it is often chosen cabinets in stainless steel or plastic boxes to ensure long life and stable operation over time.

The choice between sheet steel and stainless steel cabinets is primarily about the environment and lifespan:

  • sheet metal is sufficient in dry and normal industrial environments
  • stainless steel is required for moisture, chemicals or hygiene requirements

Here you can compare against ↖ cabinets in stainless steel if the environment places higher demands than sheet metal can handle.

No, cabinets in steel plate are normally intended for indoor environments. For outdoor use, stainless steel or plastic is required.

The IP rating determines how well the enclosure protects the equipment against dust and ingress.

  • IP65 – protection against dust and light flushing
  • IP66 – higher protection against water impact
  • varnished sheet metal cabinet provides basic corrosion protection in dry environments

If you are unsure about the enclosure class, you can read more in our guide.

➡ How to choose the right electrical cabinet – material, IP class & accessories

Yes, sheet steel is easier to process and adapt during assembly.

Accessories for cabinets in steel plate

DIN profile TS-SZ

DIN Profile | TS-SZ

DIN rail | TS35 | galvanized

Filterfläkt för apparatskåp – effektiv kylning

Filter fan | LV

Free blow 15 m³/h - 930 m³/h

Cooling unit Wall mounting

Cooling unit | Wall

Wall-mounted | 300W - 6000W | IP54

Cable duct UNEX HF

Cable duct Unex | 88 HF

Halogen-free slotted cable duct | U43X | RAL7035

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