General Information on LiteCycle Electrical Enclosures

Industrial wiring protection

Choose a LiteCycle Enclosure Faster and Protect the Right Connections

Compare specifications for terminal enclosures, aluminum junction boxes and push-button boxes. Use the guide below to narrow the lineup before checking the product drawing.

IP67 Max Ingress Protection
8–80 Terminal range
22–30 mm Control openings
4 Enclosure types

What are LiteCycle electrical enclosures used for?

LiteCycle electrical enclosures organize and protect wiring junctions and operator controls. Terminal boxes simplify wire termination with integrated screw terminals, while clear-cover models allow inspection without opening the enclosure. Aluminum boxes provide IP67 protection for demanding locations, and color-coded push-button boxes make field controls easier to identify.

Choose by application

Four LiteCycle Enclosure Groups

Start with the job, then confirm dimensions, entry method, and rating on the product page.

LiteCycle gray ABS plastic terminal enclosure
FAST WIRING

ABS Terminal Enclosures

Use integrated terminal strips to join field wiring without separately sourcing a box and terminal block. Gray models fit machinery and control-system installations; ivory models suit cleaner visual environments such as offices and medical devices.

Check: terminal count, wire gauge, voltage/current rating, entry size, and IP rating.
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LiteCycle gray terminal enclosure with clear cover
VISIBLE CONNECTIONS

Clear-Cover Terminal Enclosures

Inspect terminals and conductor position without removing the cover. These models are useful where maintenance teams perform routine visual checks such as in plant facilities or for large industrial equipment.

Example: SG-TB-4PT-GC features 4 positions, 8 terminals, a clear polycarbonate cover, and IP65 protection when installed with a matching cable gland.
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LiteCycle aluminum junction box
IP67 PROTECTION

Aluminum Enclosures

Choose cast aluminum for rigid mechanical protection, compact field junctions and installations exposed to dust or temporary water immersion. Powder-coated surfaces add corrosion resistance.

Range: compact junction boxes begin near 61 × 71 × 48 mm, with larger versions reaching 160 × 260 × 90 mm.
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Litecycle Push Button Box
OPERATOR CONTROLS

Push-Button Enclosures

Mount emergency-stop switches, start/stop buttons, selector switches or pilot lights in high-visibility PBT boxes. Red signals emergency use; yellow highlights caution or general field controls.

Options: 1–4 positions with 22 mm, 25 mm, or 30 mm control openings and molded cable-entry knockouts.
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Match the Enclosure to the Installation

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Gray ABS Terminal Box

Best fit: robotics, machines, solar controls and general automation.

Why choose it: integrated terminals reduce separate components and wiring setup.

Confirm: terminal layout, knockout size, and rating.

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Ivory ABS Terminal Box

Best fit: office equipment, medical-device support systems, and visible indoor installations.

Why choose it: neutral appearance blends into finished spaces.

Confirm: environmental rating before use outside clean indoor areas.

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Clear-Cover Terminal Box

Best fit: production equipment and plant systems requiring frequent inspection.

Why choose it: see terminal condition before opening.

Confirm: the required IP rating and cable entry requirements.

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Aluminum Terminal Box

Best fit: welding, robotics, machinery, and industrial utility systems.

Why choose it: integrated terminals plus rugged IP67 aluminum housing.

Confirm: dimensions, electrical rating, and terminal count

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Aluminum Junction Box

Best fit: warehouses, plants, pneumatics, electronics, and field junctions.

Why choose it: open interior provides flexibility for custom mounting and wiring.

Confirm: usable internal space after fittings and components are installed.

popular examples
CLEAR COVER

SG-TB-4PT-GC

4 positions, 8 terminals, gray ABS body, clear polycarbonate cover, 14–20 AWG screw terminals and 1/2-inch NPT molded knockouts.

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HIGHER CAPACITY

SG-TB-20PT-GS

20 positions, 40 terminals, 9.25 × 3.15 × 2.2 inches, 14–20 AWG terminals and IP65 protection when paired with an IP65 cable gland.

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COMPACT IP67

SG-AL-937052

Cast aluminum junction box measuring 70 × 93 × 52 mm with a 3.5 mm wall, gray powder-coated finish and IP67 ingress protection.

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FIELD CONTROL

SG-PB-2202-R

Emergency-red PBT push-button enclosure with 2 positions for 22 mm controls, a 5.31 × 3.15 × 2.76-inch body and IP65 protection.

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5-step selector

Specify the Box Before You Buy

A correct enclosure choice depends on the complete installation, not only the outside dimensions.

  1. 1
    Define the contentsCount terminals and determine required service space.
  2. 2
    Match the environmentChoose an IP rating and material for dust, water, impact, and corrosion exposure.
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    Cable entry & mountingVerify molded knockouts, center marks, thread size, cable outside diameter and gland rating.
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    Check access and visibilityUse a clear cover for visual inspection or a solid cover when visibility is unnecessary.
  5. 5
    Confirm the drawingReview internal dimensions, mounting points, approvals, and installed-component clearances before ordering.

⚡ LiteCycle Enclosure Quick Reference

Use gray ABS for general automationA practical choice for machine wiring, robotics and control-system terminations.
Use clear covers for routine checksInspect conductor position and terminals without opening the enclosure door.
Use aluminum for IP67 locationsSelect rugged cast boxes where dust-tight protection and temporary water immersion resistance are required.
Match red/yellow boxes to control purposeReserve red for emergency functions and use yellow to increase visibility for cautionary or general controls.
⚠️ Rating reminder: The enclosure rating can be reduced by unsealed holes, incorrectly sized cable glands, loose covers, or field modifications. Match every cable entry and accessory to the required installation rating.

LiteCycle Enclosure FAQ

What is the difference between a terminal enclosure and a junction box?

A terminal enclosure includes an integrated terminal strip for organized conductor connections. A junction box provides open interior space for custom splices, devices, mounting plates, or customer-selected terminals.

When should I choose a clear-cover enclosure?

Choose a clear cover when technicians need to inspect terminal condition or wiring status without opening the box. It is useful on production equipment and in plant systems with scheduled visual checks.

Are LiteCycle aluminum junction boxes waterproof?

LiteCycle aluminum junction boxes listed as IP67 are dust-tight and designed to withstand temporary immersion under the test conditions for that rating. Correctly rated cable glands and properly sealed field entries are required to maintain protection.

How do I size a LiteCycle push-button enclosure?

Match the number of control positions and the operator mounting diameter first. LiteCycle options include 22 mm, 25 mm, and 30 mm openings in 1-position through 4-position configurations. Then confirm control depth, contact-block clearance, and cable-entry location.

Ready to Select a LiteCycle Enclosure?

Compare the product drawing against your terminal count, cable entries, mounting space, and environmental rating before placing the order.