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ExoCab34 outdoor cabinet 

User and Installation Guide 

 
 

©Eaton Corporation 2018. All rights reserved. 

Revision 0.1 

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3.

 

Introduction to Eaton ExoCab34 

 

3.1

 

Overview 

 
The 

Eaton ExoCab34 outdoor cabinet

  belongs to a range of versatile, cost effective outdoor cabinets used for 

a wide range of electrical applications. 
The ExoCab34 can be configured for DC power, UPS, battery, or any other outdoor installation requiring robust 
protection for electronics equipment. 
Front and rear doors are provided for ease of access. 
Cooling options include unvented, fresh air cooled, heat exchanger and air conditioned. 
The ExoCab34 includes a galvanised steel or aluminium mounting plinth and lifting eyes. 
The cabinet is constructed from marine-grade aluminium and stainless steel for long life in harsh environments. 
When fitted with an Eaton UPS or DC power equipment, full remote monitoring by web / SNMP can be provided. 
 

3.2

 

Cooling options 

 
The ExoCab34 has various cooling options as shown in Figure 1 ExoCab34 cooling options. 
The choice of option depends on: 

 Power 

dissipation 

 

Operating temperature range 

 Equipment 

robustness 

 .  
Refer to the ExoCab34 data sheet for detailed thermal ratings. (refer ‘12. Appendix D  ExoCab 34 outdoor 
enclosure datasheet’) 

 

 

 

 

Standard 

Vented 

Heat Exchanged 

Air Conditioned 

 

Figure 1 ExoCab34 cooling options 

 

 

Summary of Contents for ExoCab34

Page 1: ...USER S AND INSTALLATION GUIDE ExoCab34 Outdoor Enclosure...

Page 2: ...for future reference The contents of this manual are the copyright of the publisher and may not be reproduced even extracts without the written approval of Eaton Corporation Every care has been taken...

Page 3: ...equipment 16 4 2 Cautions 16 5 Install cabinet 16 5 1 Overview of tasks 16 5 2 Concrete foundation 16 5 3 Place cabinet 19 5 4 Fit air conditioner roof if required 20 5 5 Fit heat exchanger door if r...

Page 4: ...ium level of risk which if not avoided could result in serious injury or death or damage to your machine CAUTION CAUTION indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which if not avoided could result i...

Page 5: ...ls are used to indicate an action that must be taken General symbol for mandatory action Disconnect from power source Read the manual or instructions 1 3 Conventions used in this document This documen...

Page 6: ...ormed by a service engineer from the manufacturer or from an agent authorized by the manufacturer WARNING The UPS is powered by its own energy source batteries The output terminals may be energized ev...

Page 7: ...y opening the corresponding battery circuit breaker Check if the battery is inadvertently grounded If it is remove the source of the ground Contacting any part of a grounded battery can cause a risk o...

Page 8: ...s People who plan and perform the installation of the ExoCab34 People who use the ExoCab34 This document provides guidelines for how to install commission and operate the ExoCab34 and a UPS installed...

Page 9: ...ir cooled heat exchanger and air conditioned The ExoCab34 includes a galvanised steel or aluminium mounting plinth and lifting eyes The cabinet is constructed from marine grade aluminium and stainless...

Page 10: ...e Low cost Air filter provides some protection against environmental contaminations The filter requires periodic cleaning and replacement Recommended for clean environments or with hardened equipment...

Page 11: ...1 Page 11 of 35 3 4 Battery cooling Where batteries are installed they may be separated from the main equipment compartment The batteries may be cooled by a door mounted TEC cooler 3 5 Exploded views...

Page 12: ...cabinet User and Installation Guide Eaton Corporation 2018 All rights reserved Revision 0 1 Page 12 of 35 Figure 2 Exploded views Heat exchanger Air conditioner Door or optional rear cover Door or opt...

Page 13: ...19 inch equipment rails Full height 19 inch equipment mounting 34U is available for standard 19 inch equipment mounting Split cabinet equipment mounting Equipment requiring different environments can...

Page 14: ...Eaton Corporation 2018 All rights reserved Revision 0 1 Page 14 of 35 3 7 Cabinet Equipment Mounting Dimensions Top View cross section of cabinet Full Cabinet Front View Split Cabinet Front View Cabl...

Page 15: ...nted These vary according to the cabinet options Vented Side Section view Keep 20mm mm front and rear clear for ducting Heat exchanger Side Section view Keep 2U at the top clear Keep 125 mm at the fro...

Page 16: ...te foundation See details on page 16 2 Bolt down Cabinet See details on page 19 3 Fit air conditioner roof if required See details on page 20 4 Fit heat exchanger door if required See details on page...

Page 17: ...ights reserved Revision 0 1 Page 17 of 35 Top view Door opening space required Top view Plinth section bolt down holes Figure 4 Installation clearances Standard and Fresh Air Cooled Air Conditioned He...

Page 18: ...ny expected flood water Step 4 Install duct pipes Specific design details for the base are not given here because of varying site conditions and seismic restraint requirements In general the base must...

Page 19: ...ectrolytic corrosion Procedure complete 5 3 Place cabinet Step 1 Lift and position cabinet 1 Check that the base is clean and the bolt down sockets are free of debris 2 Lift the cabinet minus batterie...

Page 20: ...mounting plate front and rear with the 4 x M6 fasteners supplied 5 5 Fit heat exchanger door if required 1 Open Door 2 Remove circlips from hinge pins 3 Remove hinge pins IMPORTANT to support door 4 R...

Page 21: ...on battery installation The following are recommended Battery Installation Practices These supplement the specific installation instructions of the relevant battery manufacturer Battery Installation...

Page 22: ...All panels are in place The cabinet interior is clean and all work debris has been removed 7 2 Apply AC Power A registered electrician or suitably qualified person must check the integrity of the inst...

Page 23: ...n LED is off Fan dc supply is off Check fan dc supply is 48 54V Fan controller faulty Replace faulty fan controller see details on 23 Fan Fail alarm and or fan controller alarm LED on LED on fan s fau...

Page 24: ...an controller 1 Label then disconnect all wires 2 Connect all wires to the new fan controller 3 Fit the new controller into the cabinet Step 5 Switch on supply 1 Switch on the AC power to the cabinet...

Page 25: ...rnal cover mounting screws Remove external heat exchanger cover fasteners inside of door Once the internal fasteners are removed use a sharp knife to cut the sealant around the cover Remove the old se...

Page 26: ...erved Revision 0 1 Page 26 of 35 Internal fan access Remove top duct Remove heat exchanger access panel Remove fan attached to mounting bracket Remove fan 1 Remove duct 2 Remove cover 3 Remove fan and...

Page 27: ...ing to insulate the connections Step 4 Fit new fan Reverse the removal process shown in Step 2 After refitting the External cover apply sealant to the top and sides use a clear neutral cure silicone s...

Page 28: ...tion Guide Eaton Corporation 2018 All rights reserved Revision 0 1 Page 28 of 35 9 Appendix A 93PS20 93PS40 UPS options 9 1 Layout Refer also to the appropriate UPS User s and Installation Guide suppl...

Page 29: ...Installation Guide Eaton Corporation 2018 All rights reserved Revision 0 1 Page 29 of 35 10 Appendix B 9PX UPS option Refer also to the appropriate UPS User s and Installation Guide supplied separatel...

Page 30: ...b34 outdoor cabinet User and Installation Guide Eaton Corporation 2018 All rights reserved Revision 0 1 Page 30 of 35 11 Appendix C Wiring diagrams 11 1 ExoCab34 with heat exchanger door or air condit...

Page 31: ...onitoring by web SNMP is provided Versions 1 Standard closed enclosure A sealed enclosure for equipment with small heat dissipation requiring a high level of protection from the environment 2 Fresh ai...

Page 32: ...ExoCab34 outdoor cabinet User and Installation Guide Eaton Corporation 2018 All rights reserved Revision 0 1 Page 32 of 35...

Page 33: ...and rear of cabinet Temperature ratings Closed enclosure Heat dissipation Maximum 200W Internal temperature rise 10 C for 100W internal dissipation 20 C for 200W internal dissipation Temperature rati...

Page 34: ...ExoCab34 outdoor cabinet User and Installation Guide Eaton Corporation 2018 All rights reserved Revision 0 1 Page 34 of 35 13 Appendix E Concrete plinth drawing...

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