When you're picking a control panel enclosure for a din rail setup, the box has to protect the components inside and still fit the space you have. The practical trade-off usually comes down to size and weather resistance: a smaller, more compact square enclosure versus a rectangular box that can handle moisture and dust. Here, two used metal panel-mount enclosures make that choice real: the SCE 8N806LP and the Hammond HJ12108HLP.
Quick verdict
If you need a compact square enclosure for a basic industrial panel and want the lower listed price, the SCE 8N806LP is the straightforward pick. If your components need weather protection and you want a rectangular box described as waterproof, the Hammond HJ12108HLP makes more sense. The listed-price spread between the two is $23.13. Both are used metal panel-mount boxes, so the deciding factors are footprint, weather protection, and that price gap.
Comparison table
| Product | Listed price | Price bar | Shape | Origin | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCE 8N806LP | $26.87 | Square | United States | Used metal panel-mount box, Nema-1 in title | |
| Hammond HJ12108HLP | $50.00 | Rectangular | Canada | Used gray metal box, NEMA 4/12/13 and UL/CSA/CE markings |
Where each product wins
- The SCE 8N806LP wins on price and compact footprint. It's a used metal enclosure in a square shape, and the condition details include minor scrapes, possible plastic or metal hinges, and two ANSI Danger sticker variations.
- The Hammond HJ12108HLP wins on protection and weather-resistant specifications. It's a used gray metal enclosure with a rectangular body and a waterproof rating in the product title.
Product notes
SCE 8N806LP (8 x 8 x 6 Nema-1)
At $26.87, this is the lower-priced option in this head-to-head. The enclosure is a used metal box in a square shape with panel-mount style, and the title puts it at 8 x 8 x 6. It comes in good condition with some minor scrapes, and the hardware may be plastic or metal hinges; there are also two different ANSI Danger stickers. If you're building a compact panel and don't need weather-rated sealing, this smaller metal box keeps the cost down. The limitation is the footprint: the 8-inch square body leaves less room for larger breakers, relays, or the extra wiring in a din rail layout.
Hammond HJ12108HLP (Waterproof Electrical Box)
The Hammond unit lists at $50.00, making it the higher-priced choice here, and the product title calls it a waterproof electrical box. Its specs include NEMA Types 4, 13, and 12 for resistance to water, dust, and corrosion, along with UL, CSA, and CE markings. It's a used gray rectangular metal enclosure with panel-mount style, with a manufacture date of August 16, 2019. For a manufacturing plant, construction site, or another environment exposed to rain or dust, this rectangular box brings broader protection. The limiting factor is the price: at $50.00, it sits $23.13 above the SCE.
Final choice by use case
- For a compact panel where space is tight and the budget is the priority, the SCE 8N806LP gives you a lower-priced square metal enclosure for basic component protection.
- For a wet, dusty, or corrosion-prone environment where you need a rectangular box with weather-rated protection, the Hammond HJ12108HLP is the stronger fit.
