If you work with electrical equipment outdoors, you’ve probably come across the term “NEMA 3” more than once. It’s one of the most popular enclosure ratings in the industry — but with subtypes like 3R, 3S, and 3X in the mix, it’s easy to feel lost. Here’s a straightforward guide to what NEMA 3 enclosures do, how they’re tested, and what sets each subtype apart. What Does NEMA 3 Mean? NEMA ratings are set by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association…

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One of the most frequent questions we are asked is to clarify the NEMA rating system for enclosures.  There are many misconceptions about the ratings including that a higher number rating means a greater  level of protection or that all ratings suggest that the products are waterproof or dustproof.  For today’s blog, I am going to focus on two of the outdoor ratings and describe what they mean, how they are tested and what the difference are.  These are the…