Laurel Electronics IPC Specifications

LAUREL

ELECTRONICS, INC.

Protects 1/8 DIN instruments to NEMA-4 / IP67 from the front

Features

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Meets NEMA 12 (IP52) when hinged door is snapped in place

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Meets NEMA 4X (IP67) when door is clamped by a locking key

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Fits all 1/8 DIN Laureates and most other 1/8 DIN instruments

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Utilizes existing 1/8 DIN cutout -- no extra panel holes required

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Made of high-impact polycarbonate -- no metal parts to corrode

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Hinged door for easy access to instrument

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Low cost

Description

Model IPC Splashproof Cover is a rugged, impact resistant,

clear lens that fits over a 1/8 DIN instrument to make it dust and
water proof from the front of the panel. Sealing meets NEMA 12
(IP52) standards for water splash and dust protection when the
hinged door is simply snapped in place. Sealing meets NEMA 4
(IP67) standards for hose-directed water when the hinged door is
further clamped down with a provided plastic locking key.

Model IPC Splashproof Cover

of clear silicone grease, or other approved sealant, to the mating
groove to prevent any ingress of liquid and enable the cover to
withstand steam cleaning.

Model IPC splashproof cover

Model IPC fits all Laurel 1/8 DIN instruments as well as 1/8 DIN
instruments by other manufacturers, provided that instrument
dimensions in front of the panel do not exceed 48 x 96 x 15 mm
(1.89" x 3.78" x 0.59"). Model IPC can be purchased as an add­on option for new instruments, or be fitted to existing installations.

The IPC assembly utilizes a clear base and clear door with a
cam hinge. The hinge is captive when the base and meter are
installed, and allows the door to be opened for easy access to
the meter for programming or setpoint adjustment. The base can
be sealed against the instrument panel by an O-ring or a self­adhesive neoprene gasket, both provided.

A capillary seal is formed between the door and the base by a
tapered recess in the door and a tapered ridge in the base.
Capillary action causes a small amount of water to be drawn in
between the two surfaces, thereby producing a water-tight film
around the sealing area. For applications where fluid residues
are unacceptable, such as food processing, apply a light coating

Box2 wall-mount enclosure with IPC splash-proof cover.

Suitable for 1/8 DIN instruments up to 160 mm deep.

The door is latched against the base by a locking tab when the
door is snapped shut. Positive clamping of the door and
protection against opening of the locking tab by hose-directed
water are provided by a locking key, which remains in place to
provide a much higher clamping force than the tab alone.

A removable key lock is required to

open the IPC splash-proof cover.

Model IPC is easy to install. It utilizes the existing 1/8 DIN panel
cutout (45 x 92 mm). No new panel holes are required.

LAUREL

ELECTRONICS INC., 3183-G Airway Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA • Tel [phone] • www.laurels.com 1

Specifications

Mechanical

Instrument panel cutout
External dimensions, base
External dimensions, door
Protrusion in front of panel
Sealing, door to cover base
Sealing, base to instrument panel
Provision for assembly integrity

Materials

Base, door & locking key
Provision for corrosion resistance
Gaskets

Sealing Performance

Hinged door snapped in place
Hinged door locked by locking key

Ordering Guide

IPC Add-On Splashproof Front Cover for 1/8 DIN Meters. Sealed to IP67 / NEMA-4.

1/8 DIN, 45 x 92 mm (1.77" x 3.62")

115.3 x 55.4 x 6.1 mm (4.54" x 2.18" x 0.25")

103.4 x 54.4 x 18.0 mm (4.07" x 2.14" x 0.71")

23.8 mm (0.94")
Capillary seal
O-ring gasket or adhesive gasket (both provided)
Door is captive when IPC assembly is panel mounted

Transparent polycarbonate
No metal parts
O-ring gasket or self-adhesive neoprene gasket.

NEMA 12 (IP52) protection, dust and splashed water.
NEMA 4 (IP67) protection against hose-directed water.

LAUREL

ELECTRONICS INC., 3183-G Airway Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA • Tel [phone] • www.laurels.com 2