| Housing | AK1 – plastic housing 160x90x40,55 mm (WxHxD) |
| Display | 4-digit 14 mm digit height Colour: red, green, orange, blue or tricolour |
| Input | optionally: Standard signals 0/4-20 mA, 0-10 VDC Shunt Pt100 Thermocouple Potentiometer Resistance Current loop |
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| Housing | AKV-2 – plastic housing 160x130x60 mm (WxHxD) |
| Display | 4-digit 20 mm digit height Colour: red |
| Range displayed | -999…9999 |
| Input | 0/4…20 mA 0…10 VDC |
| Analogue Output | – |
| Switch point | 2 relays (change-over contact) 250 V / 5 AAC, 30 V / 5 ADC |
| Interface | – |
| Power supply | 230 VAC |
| Sensor supply | 24 VDC / 50 mA |
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- built-on housing for one M2-device in housing size 96×48 mm
- material Aluminium, black, powdercoated
- protection class IP65
- dimensions: 144 x 176 x 82 mm (WxHxD)
- connection via 2-4 high-strength cable gland (depends on configuration of the digital indicator)
- fixing clamps on the back side
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Enclosures for Digital Panel Meters
Enclosures for digital panel meters are mounting or housing accessories that allow installation of meters outside standard control-cabinet cutouts. They enable secure, norm-compliant and flexible mounting — for retrofits, mobile applications or installations where a standard panel cutout is not available. Thus, the meter can be used without modifying existing cabinets.
Questions & Answers
What is the purpose of an enclosure for panel meters?
An enclosure provides a protective housing so that the meter is safely mounted, protected against dust, moisture or mechanical damage, and remains accessible — even if no standard cabinet cutout exists.
When is using an enclosure advisable?
When retrofitting existing installations, when no suitable cutouts are available, for portable or mobile devices, or when the meter needs to be installed outside a cabinet (e.g. on a wall or machine housing).
What environmental protection do enclosures provide?
Many enclosures are designed to meet protection requirements such as dust and splash protection (e.g. depending on design, certain IP ratings), making them suitable even for harsh environments or external use.
How does an enclosure affect accessibility and maintenance?
It allows easy access to the meter for configuration, maintenance or replacement without opening a cabinet. This simplifies operation and reduces downtime.
Can one enclosure host different types of meters?
Yes — depending on size and design, various digital panel meters can be installed in one enclosure. This is useful if different device types are retrofitted or combined.
How is the meter mounted inside an enclosure?
The meter is typically inserted and fixed via screws or clips. Cable entries or glands are provided to ensure secure connections and maintain sealing against dust or moisture.
How is protection ensured in an enclosure?
Sealed housing, cable glands or sealed entries, and possibly gaskets or seals prevent ingress of dust or water, ensuring reliable operation even under adverse conditions.
When is an enclosure not suitable?
If a large, easily visible front display is required — for example for hall displays visible from afar — a standard flush-mounted panel meter may be more appropriate than an enclosure.
What are the advantages for mobile or temporary setups?
They provide flexibility for mobile test benches, temporary installations or lab setups. The meter becomes portable and independent of a fixed cabinet or panel cutout.