Surface-mounted distribution box IP65 IKA-1/8-ST 174196

Surface-mounted distribution box – reliable protection for your installation

This Eaton IKA-1/8-ST modular distribution box is a solid solution for building safe and functional electrical distribution boards. Designed for surface mounting, it protects circuits from overload and short circuit, and its high IP65 protection rating guarantees safety even in harsh environmental conditions. Ideal for both professionals and demanding end-users.

Construction and user features

The housing made of durable plastic (ABS) in grey (RAL 7035) provides resistance to mechanical damage and weathering. Transparent doors allow easy monitoring of the installation status without having to open the distribution box. Inside there is a DIN rail, which facilitates the mounting of protective and control devices. The distribution box offers 8 modules, allowing for flexible circuit configuration. The possibility of expansion ensures that the installation is ready for future needs.

• Durable housing: Made of plastic resistant to impact and UV radiation.
• High IP65 protection rating: Provides protection against water jets and dust – ideal for damp or dirty environments.
• Transparent doors: Allow quick visual inspection of the installation status without opening the distribution box.
• DIN rail: Facilitates the mounting of protective devices (circuit breakers, residual current devices).
• Expandability: Allows the distribution box to be adapted to changing energy needs of the building.
• Surface mounting: Quick and easy mounting on the wall without the need for complicated construction work.
• Safety: Protection class II guarantees additional safety.

Applications and compliance with standards

The IKA-1/8-ST distribution box is used in residential, commercial and industrial buildings. It is perfect for garages, workshops, boiler rooms and other rooms requiring reliable electrical installation protection. It meets safety requirements and is designed to operate in ambient temperatures from -5°C to +40°C. Although it does not comply with the EMC Directive, it provides basic protection of the electrical installation against interference.

The width of the distribution box is 238 mm, the height is 231 mm, and the depth is 115 mm. It offers 8 module widths and has an IP65 protection rating. The housing is made of plastic in grey (RAL 7035).