National Highways Type 600 Cabinet

The National Highways Type 600 Cabinet is equipped with racking, power supply distribution and communications cable termination, designed to provide adequate conditions, including a temperature-controlled environment, to ensure the correct operation of the roadside communications equipment installed inside.

The NH600 features doors on both sides that open at 90 degrees, for easy access. The Type 600 Cabinet comes fitted with a 19-inch rack with 21U total rack mount space for mounting communications equipment. Designed and manufactured by Ritherdon to fulfil the specifications required by National Highways (Highways England). Manufactured in Stainless Steel and under the Ritherdon 25-year guarantee, providing peace of mind for almost all the cabinets’ minimum service life of 30 years.

National Highways enclosures are supplied without keys as standard. Please contact your Scheme Designer for further information and supply details.

Features

21U 19” Rack – For the mounting of communications and roadside equipment (max 50kg).
IP56 Rating – The NH600 is protected against dust ingress powerful water jets according to BS EN 60529:1992 + A2:2013.
Lifting Lugs – All units are supplied with detachable lifting lugs with a maximum load of 438kg.
Vertical Lacing Rails x4 – For the attachment/mounting of cables and termination blocks.
Horizontal Termination Rails x2 – Under the PDU for the termination and earthing of SWA cables.
Power Bars x2 – Two 6-way vertically mounted IEC C13 Power Bars on either side of the lacing frame to power equipment.
Secure Locking System – Three-point locking system on each door operated using a T key.
Two 90° Doors – One on each side, allows for easy convenient access to equipment inside.
Ventilation – Cabinet is ventilated using a vent system above the doors.
Cable Entry – Opening at the base for cable entry. To be sealed with resin-based product.
Plywood Backboard – 12 mm WBP plywood backboard (EN314.2 Class 2) used to mount the consumer unit, 13A socket and heater.
Optional Pedestals – Placed between cabinet and plinth/chamber to prevent moisture ingress.
Made from 4003 Grade Stainless Steel, powder coated in RAL 00A09 ‘Flint Grey’.
Ritherdon Guarantee – All metalwork is guaranteed for 25 years.

Product Acceptance Certificate

National Highways Type 600 Cabinet

Certificate No. PAC 10-1-2020-04-30

Compliance with TR1153 Issue E and the following National Highways specifications:

TR1100 General Requirements for Motorway Products
TR2130 Environmental Test Methods
TR2180 Paint and Finishes

The product is certified for operation in the following roads:

Strategic Roads Networks
Motorway Trunk Roads Network
Non-Motorway Roads Network

Product Dimensions

Model	Height (mm)	Width (mm)	Depth (mm)	Working Depth (mm)	Rack Space	Cable Opening Area (mm2)	Weight (kg)
NH600	1597	640	560	250	21U	0.12	103

Check Product Dimensions of all our Ritherdon Cabinets and Feeder Pillars.

Product Documentation

The National Highways Cabinet Type 600 is designed to house communications and roadside equipment necessary for the operation of the roads network. The cabinet is used to protect and provide an appropriate environment for the equipment inside.

The NH600 Cabinet is designed according to National Highways specification, TR1153 Issue E and in compliance with TR1100, TR2130 and TR2180.

Cabinet Base – Pedestal and Chamber Options

The NH600 Cabinet fits a Grillage Pedestal, Chamber and Sump Pedestal (both manufactured by Ritherdon), or a standard 610 plinth (not supplied by Ritherdon).

NH600 Pedestal for Grillage
NH600 Pedestal for Chamber and Sump

Lock Options

The NH Cabinets are supplied with a three-point locking system operated with a removable ‘T’ key. National Highways enclosures are supplied without keys as standard. Please contact your Scheme Designer for further information and supply details.

Security Options

Door dry-contact switches are suitable for the installation of alarms, to detect any activity, avoid tampering and provide an adequate level of security.

Material Options

Made from Stainless Steel, a material chosen for its strength and durability whilst being able to create sleek, lighter cabinets, that are easier to handle and maintain.

Colour Options

BS 4800 5252 ‘Flint Grey’ (according to TR2180)

Compatibility with Plinth 610 and Skirt

To ensure compatibility with existing road infrastructure, the NH600 Cabinet can be installed on a standard Plinth Type 610 (MCE 1175) and Skirt (MCX 0035). Mounting holes are provided according to MCX 1092. For more detailed information, see the cabinet drawing and instructions.

Design life and Guarantee

Designed to a minimum service life of 30 years. National Highways requires a guaranteed warranty of 2/3 of its life. Ritherdon provides a 25-year guarantee, which exceeds the requirements and provides peace of mind for almost all the cabinets’ minimum service life of 30 years.

Lead time is 4 to 8 working weeks.

*Any proforma orders received need to be paid before the order is processed and lead times start.

We always work to despatch orders sooner if we can.