Fiberglass Enclosures

Enclosures make an important part of the electrical installation that serve for packing and protecting the electrical devices and the parts consisting the distribution system. Through the years of usage and development have evolved a lot. Some of the main changes and advancements were made in respect of the materials that were used in their construction. If we take a look back to the range of materials that were used for making enclosures, we'll come to conclusion that the most prevalent materials are aluminum and steel.

The main reason for the implementation of non-metallic materials are the corrosion features of these metals under certain environmental conditions. Therefore, these days the enclosure retailers offer a range of enclosures made from non-metallic materials including plastic and composites (materials made of two or more different sourcing materials). Fiberglass enclosures are some of the specific enclosure types that are increasing in popularity. The electrical installation experts point out that the fiberglass enclosures make a reliable alternative to the enclosures made of degradable materials such as steel and aluminum.

There are many reasons to buy a fiberglass enclosure instead of metallic one. In addition, here is a short overview of the most noteworthy advantages of the fiberglass enclosures.

• Isolation – Fiberglass is a material that acts as a barrier between the electrical components. The unique isolation features of the this non-metallic material along with decent grounding make a safety guarantee.
• Non-corrosive – Corrosion is one of the major issues when it comes to electrical enclosures. No matter how sturdy the metallic construction may be, if the enclosure is installed outdoors even a smallest corrosion damage can be a safety threat. Corrosion is not something you should be concerned about if you're using a fiberglass enclosure, because of the simple reason that this material is completely corrosion resistant, no matter to how harsh environmental conditions the enclosure may be exposed to.
• Waterproof – Needless to say, there are no exceptions from the rule that water and electricity don't go together. One of the vital features of the fiberglass enclosures is strong water resistance. This means no matter how much your fiberglass is exposed to rain and other environmental sources of moisture, it will remain completely dry and protected.
• UV Resistant – The UV rays, sunlight and heat are some of the environmental factors that can damage the electrical components packed in the electrical enclosure. Fiberglass is one of the few materials that is resistant to such environmental factors. Hence, the enclosures made of fiberglass provide unmatched protection for the sensitive and damage-prone electrical parts and devices.
• Flexible and Versatile Material – Fiberglass and other composite materials made with fiberglass are extremely flexible. This enables making easy cuts, saws, punches and with that specific enclosure shapes.