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P & I Design Ltd.
Control Panel Specification
P & I REF.
PNL-##A2.SPC
SHT
3
OF
9
1.0
Scope
1.1
This specification covers the manufacture, testing and shipping of instrument panels and
cubicles.
It should be read in conjunction with the relevant panel specification detailing the
individual requirements of the panel, together with the drawings relating to the enquiry or
order.
2.0
Construction
The type of construction will be specified together with the required IP rating, as detailed
in BS EN 60947-1, Part 1, on the relevant panel specification. The type of construction
falls into two categories:-
2.1
Custom Built Steelwork
This type of enclosure will be custom built for the purpose specified. The panel shall be
constructed from prime quality sheet not less than 2mm thick, the panel cut-out drawing
may detail a higher specification, where this happens, the drawing overrides this
specification. In any event the front face of the enclosure must be capable of supporting
any flush mounted equipment without distortion.
The construction must include removable gland plates with earth studs, a plinth and a
means of lifting the enclosure without distortion. Earth studs of minimum 6mm thread,
must be on the enclosure main frame, all mounting plates and doors. Any eyebolts used for
lifting must be removable.
A suitable locking device should be provided on all doors. The doors will be suitably rigid
and gasketed to conform to the relevant IP Rating.
2.2
Standard Enclosures
This type of enclosure are those available from batch manufactured suppliers, eg. Rittal,
Sarell, Eldon. They are not purpose designed, but are of a general type. The panel
manufacturer is to ensure that if this type of enclosure is used that it satisfies the relevant
specification, including the IP Rating.