NEMA Enclosures
NEMA enclosures are a specific type of electronic enclosure that is certified by NEMA, the National Electronic Manufacturers Association. For the most part, NEMA enclosures are made from stainless steel or carbon. They come in a variety of sizes, ranging from a pushbutton panel to a large panel that could fill an entire room.
NEMA rates enclosures based on the type of application for which they are used as well as for their effectiveness. Some enclosures are specially designed with rugged exteriors, for example, to withstand harsh industrial environments. As a result of the elements they are exposed to, outdoor units must meet different standards than indoor units.
NEMA specifications were created in order to ensure quality and safety. For more information on NEMA and its regulations, visit NEMA's website at www.nema.org.