When you're shopping for control panels enclosures din rail, the hardest part isn't finding a steel box-it's deciding how much space and protection you actually need. This head-to-head compares the 24x24x8" Industrial Steel Enclosure Electrical Box with the SCE Industrial Control Panel Enclosure 8N806LP. The $70.33 large enclosure offers a big new steel shell with a mounting plate. The $26.87 SCE is a compact used metal box. Your choice really comes down to component size and whether you're outfitting a new build or a more modest panel.
Quick Verdict
Buy the 24x24x8" if you need a large, new, steel enclosure with a mounting plate and you're okay paying $43.46 more and handling a 55.56 lb box. Choose the SCE 8N806LP if you want a small footprint and a lower up-front cost, and you're comfortable with a used unit that shows minor scrapes and may have plastic or metal hinges.
Comparison Table
| Feature | 24x24x8" NEMA 4X enclosure | SCE 8N806LP Nema-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $70.33 | $26.87 |
| Dimensions | 24 x 24 x 8 in | 8 x 8 x 6 in |
| Condition | New | Used |
| Material | Carbon steel | Metal |
| Mounting | Plate included | Panel-mount style |
Where Each Product Wins
The 24x24x8" wins for large builds. Its 24 by 24 by 8-inch dimensions give you room for more components, and the included mounting plate helps organize a bigger panel. It's also listed as new and made of carbon steel, so you're starting with fresh material.
The SCE 8N806LP wins for compact, budget-conscious panels. At 8 x 8 x 6 inches, it fits tighter layouts, and its $26.87 price keeps the initial cost low. The panel-mount style also suits a smaller control setup where a huge enclosure would be awkward.
Product Notes
24x24x8" Industrial Steel Enclosure Electrical Box NEMA 4X IP66 w/Mounting Plate
The 24x24x8" Industrial Steel Enclosure Electrical Box is the larger of the two. At $70.33, it brings a 24 by 24 by 8-inch footprint and a mounting plate, so you can install components on a backplate rather than the enclosure floor. It's listed as new and made of carbon steel; the package also specifies a galvanized inner plate and a powder-coated finish. This is the one to choose when you're building a bigger control panel and need space for multiple DIN-rail assemblies or larger terminal blocks. The tradeoff is physical: the enclosure weighs 55.56 lbs, so it needs a solid wall or stand, and the price is higher than the SCE option.
SCE Industrial Control Panel Enclosure 8N806LP 8" x 8" x 6" Nema-1
The SCE Industrial Control Panel Enclosure 8N806LP is a compact NEMA-1 metal box at $26.87. Its 8 x 8 x 6-inch size fits tight panels and simple control layouts where a large enclosure would be overkill. The listing describes it as used, in good condition with some minor scrapes, and notes that units may have plastic or metal hinges plus one of two ANSI Danger stickers. That's fine if you don't mind a slight cosmetic blemish, but it means you're not getting a pristine new cabinet. For a low-cost, small enclosure that can be mounted to a panel, this SCE unit is the better budget pick, especially when you want to keep initial spend down.
Final Choice by Use Case
- Choose the 24x24x8" NEMA 4X steel enclosure if you have a large component layout, want new construction, and need the included mounting plate. It's worth the $43.46 price premium if space and steel construction are your priority.
- Choose the SCE 8N806LP Nema-1 if you're working within a small footprint, want the lower $26.87 entry price, and can accept a used unit with minor scrapes and mixed hinge hardware.
