Typically, our type 6P enclosures are fabricated from stainless steel that provides corrosion resistance and material strength. It is better to use premium grades of stainless steel (304, 316 and 316L) grades of stainless steel for submersible enclosures. Premium grades of stainless steel contain more chrome and nickel elements for corrosion resistance. Generally, more chrome and nickel content added to stainless steel alloys, therefore, the stainless alloys have more corrosion resistance. Since the premium grades of stainless, reduce corrosion and surface oxidation, therefore it is uncommon for powder coat to be applied to stainless steel. Call Nemaco, NEMA enclosures manufacturer in the U.S.A., for more information about (304, 316, 316L grades) stainless steel NEMA / Type 6P enclosures and stainless steel passivation.
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Aluminum alloys (including 5052, 6061 and cast material grades) can be used for some type 6P enclosures applications. Many aluminum alloys have fairly good corrosion resistance. To improve corrosion resistance for aluminum alloy enclosures, the enclosures must have a protective coating applied. Commonly, powder coating and marine coatings create a protective surface barrier to inhibit corrosion. Call us for more information about aluminum waterproof NEMA / Type 6P enclosures with powder coating and marine coatings.
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Basic Type 6p Definition Overview
- Provides protection in a prolonged submersion for limited
- Protection from rain, water submersion, ice information
- Requires water corrosion resistant materials
Materials and Coatings Overview
- Stainless Steel (Grades 304/316, 316L) – Strong, Durable, Corrosion Resistant
- Powder Coated Aluminum (5052, 6061) – Low Weight
- FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) – Good Corrosion Resistance
Nemaco manufactures total waterproof NEMA type 6P Enclosures in stainless steel, powder coated aluminum alloys and FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic).
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