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Maximum installation height for control elements: 2100 mm to DIN VDE 0106,
Part 100, 2000 mm to DIN VDE 0113.
Space for air circulation (400 mm deep cabinets are sufficient).
Baffles are recommended to improve the air supply.
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A maximum clearance of 400 mm is possible (50 mm min.) when devices are connected next to
one another.
75 mm min. from obstructions (large apparatus) in the air inlet area.
75 mm min.. Smaller clearances are possible with a closed cabinet roof and an additional,
separate ventilation roof.
400 mm minimum installation height above access level for control elements, 200 mm for connections.
Figure 3-15
Clearances in the Cabinet
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