CG-1500 Enclosure Alternatives

[David_AVD]

Unfortunately the rumor that the CG-1500 enclosures being discontinued has been confirmed.

The smaller CG-1000 is still available, but they would be too small for most applications.

I'll be cancelling the CG-1500 back orders in the system and removing them from the da-Share store.

Sorry to those affected. I don't have an alternative at this point in time.

 

[bpratt]

well that's a real bugger.... it was a real 'go to' box for us Christmas lights people.

Now to find a suitable replacement for our purposes.

Thanks for updating us with this bad news, at least it gives us time to suss out a replacement.

 

[brando]

well that's a real bugger.... it was a real 'go to' box for us Christmas lights people.

Now to find a suitable replacement for our purposes.

Thanks for updating us with this bad news, at least it gives us time to suss out a replacement.

Same boat.

I realise it's not a necessity, and many get by with some basic boxes, but I'd like to find something similar. The Bud 32026 seems to be another popular option?

 

[David_AVD]

Half the trick is finding something that's actually in stock somewhere !

 

[Skymaster]

I'm thinking I might use something along the lines of this--

240mm x 190mm x 125mm Weatherproof Adaptable Box IP56 | AGM Electrical

Achieve secure large-scale connections with the 380mm x 300mm x 120mm Weatherproof Adaptable Box. IP56 rated, ideal for heavy-duty outdoor installations. ✅ Wholesale Rates

agmelectrical.com.au

Pretty much the same dimensions, 8cm longer. Will need a bit more fiddling for mounting things in it, but a simple backing plate could be made without much hassle.

 

[brando]

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/IP67-Wa...2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0

a bit skinnier but should work for me in the 280 x 190 version. I’ve got one coming to see how it goes

 

[Katekate]

these guys have a 280x280x130 size https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/253801792805?var=554258339604

I have a few of their larger boxes and I like them. Nice solid easy to use stainless closures (I find the budbox ones hard to use) and you get a base plate with them.

 

[Dave_Szoka]

I have been looking at these

Electrical Plastic Fiberglass Enclosure Switchboard Control Box 300x250x140 IP65 | eBay

SMC Fiberglass reinforced Polyester. 1.5mm Galvanised Mounting Plate. 180 degree door opening. request total?. IP 65 Protection. We are proud of our products, and we strive to ensure you have what you need, when you need them.

www.ebay.com.au

I like because I can mount them to my walls / fence … I like my boxes off the ground

 

[David_AVD]

The corrosion resistance of the metal hinges and latches was something I wondered about with some of the wall mount enclosures.

 

[Katekate]

I'm in a pretty bad location for corrosion and the one I have had for 2 seasons has no corrosion on the latches

 

[Adsy]

WOW ! I have a couple of gas meter boxes from my local salvage yard for $35. Not totally waterproof but i keep them under cover

 

[Rickras85]

I have been looking at these

Electrical Plastic Fiberglass Enclosure Switchboard Control Box 300x250x140 IP65 | eBay

SMC Fiberglass reinforced Polyester. 1.5mm Galvanised Mounting Plate. 180 degree door opening. request total?. IP 65 Protection. We are proud of our products, and we strive to ensure you have what you need, when you need them.

www.ebay.com.au

I like because I can mount them to my walls / fence … I like my boxes off the ground

Have been using these in my display for a few years and they work well. Albeit the larger size as I fit more power supplies etc in them and like to have more free air in them for better cooling.

 

[Burt]

Got a bunnings solution here.......This thing is HDPE and seems water tight and bomb proof at $64.50

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[brando]

Got a bunnings solution here.......This thing is HDPE and seems water tight and bomb proof at $64.50

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Good value. Potential stupid question, how do you anchor a base plate in this? Assume it doesn’t have threaded inserts like an electrical box but is there a section to insert a rivnut?

 

[Snicko]

Not sure how these stack up
Seems the same as Alan's enclosure but his includes the mounting plate and is cheaper

NE-PG-2939 DSE Hi Box 290mm x 390mm x 160mm Draw Latch Enclosure Grey ABS/Polycarbonate Base & Lid

NE-PG-2939DSE Hi Box 290mm x 390mm x 160mm Draw Latch Enclosure Grey Polyester Base & Lid.

www.switchesplus.com.au

DSE Hi Box 390mm x 290mm x 160mm Draw Latch Enclosure Grey ABS Base & Transparent Polycarbonate Lid

NE-AT-2939DSE Hi Box 390mm x 290mm x 160mm Draw Latch Enclosure Grey ABS Base & Transparent Polycarbonate Lid.

www.switchesplus.com.au

DSE Hi Box 400mm x 300mm x 180mm Steel Draw Latch Enclosure Grey ABS Base & Lid

DS-AG-015DSE Hi Box 400mm x 300mm x 180mm Steel Draw Latch Enclosure Grey ABS Base & Lid.

www.switchesplus.com.au

Alternatively - NAW Controls

Enclosure ABS Grey Body Grey Hgd Lid 300x400x180

Enclosure ABS Grey Body Grey Hgd Lid 300x400x180

www.nawcontrols.com.au