Viking E-60-WH Double Gang Entry Phone IP67 Vandal-Resistant

Viking Electronics E-60-WH Double Gang Entry Phone

The Viking Electronics E-60-WH is a compact, vandal-resistant, telephone-line-powered entry phone designed for two-way handsfree communication at building entrances, lobbies, and controlled-access points. No separate power supply needed — the E-60-WH draws entirely from the telephone line, requiring a minimum 18V DC talk battery and 20mA loop current. It flush-mounts in a standard double gang box or surface-mounts with the optional VE-5x5 enclosure, making retrofit installs into existing rough-in straightforward.

Key Features

• Telephone Line Powered: With a minimum talk battery of 18V DC and 20mA loop current draw, the E-60-WH eliminates the need for a local power run — ideal for locations where pulling 120V or PoE would require significant additional conduit work.
• IP67-Rated Switch: The pushbutton switch carries an IP67 rating, meaning it can withstand temporary immersion — important at exterior entrances exposed to rain, pressure washing, or standing water during storms.
• Wide Temperature Range (-30°F to 150°F): Rated for 5% to 95% non-condensing humidity across that span, this unit handles unheated vestibules, cold-climate exteriors, and sun-exposed southern facades where lesser hardware fails within a season or two.
• Automatic Disconnect via CPC: The 300ms minimum CPC (Calling Party Control) disconnect time means the phone terminates calls cleanly when the far end hangs up — no stuck open lines, no runaway talk time on your PBX or telco line.
• Blue LED Indicator: The illuminated pushbutton gives callers clear visual confirmation the unit is powered and ready — reduces repeated presses and missed calls in bright outdoor light.
• 62 dB Speaker @ 1m: Loud enough for noisy loading docks or street-facing entrances without requiring an external amplifier. The speaker screen is carbon fiber reinforced plastic — it won't corrode or dent the way painted steel screens do over time.
• Military-Grade Push Button (316 SS): The 316 stainless steel pushbutton — a grade above the 304 SS faceplate — resists chloride corrosion, relevant for coastal installations or facilities that use salt-based ice melt near entry doors.
• REN 0.8A: At 0.8 REN, the E-60-WH draws minimal ringer equivalence from your telephone system, leaving headroom for other devices sharing the same line pair.

Integration & Compatibility

The E-60-WH connects via two gel-filled butt connectors — the gel fill protects the splice from moisture intrusion, which matters at exterior locations. It works with standard analog telephone lines and compatible PBX or KSU systems that supply the 25V AC RMS minimum ring voltage and 18V DC talk battery. For deployments needing microphone/speaker volume controls, selectable auto-answer for monitoring, or intelligent call progress detection, the E-60-WH-EWP variant in the same family adds those capabilities. For VoIP environments, the E-60-IP Series covers SIP-based double-gang entry phone deployments. Pair with a door access controller for a complete entry management solution, and reference the entry phone selection guide for coverage and wiring planning. The satin white powder-painted faceplate (18 gauge 304 stainless steel, 4.875" x 4.938" x 0.17") matches standard white electrical trim in commercial interiors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the E-60-WH require a separate power supply?

A: No. The E-60-WH is telephone line powered, requiring a minimum 18V DC talk battery and 20mA loop current from the connected telephone system or PBX. No local AC or PoE power run is needed.

Q: What mounting options are available for the E-60-WH?

A: It flush-mounts in a standard double gang electrical box. For surface mounting, the optional VE-5x5 enclosure is available as an add-on.

Q: What is the operating temperature range?

A: -30°F to 150°F (-34°C to 65.5°C) with 5% to 95% non-condensing humidity — suitable for exterior installations in cold climates and sun-exposed locations.

Q: Is the pushbutton waterproof?

A: The pushbutton switch is rated IP67, meaning it is protected against temporary immersion in water. The faceplate also includes a 1/8" thick closed cell PVC gasket for a weather-resistant seal.

Q: Will the E-60-WH work with a VoIP or SIP phone system?

A: The E-60-WH is designed for analog telephone lines. For SIP/VoIP environments, consider the E-60-IP Series, which is purpose-built for VoIP with network connectivity and Viking Device Manager support.

Q: What is the CPC disconnect feature and why does it matter?

A: CPC (Calling Party Control) is a voltage drop signal sent by the telephone system when the called party hangs up. The E-60-WH responds to a 300ms minimum CPC signal to automatically terminate the call — preventing open lines from tying up your PBX or telco circuit indefinitely.

Marty Allison

The E-60-WH earns its place in analog entry phone deployments largely because of how it handles power and environmental exposure. The telephone-line-powered design — 18V DC minimum talk battery, 20mA loop current — means you're not pulling a separate circuit to the door frame, which is the installation detail that kills schedules on retrofit jobs. I've specified this unit for older commercial buildings where the analog loop is already in the wall and adding a PoE drop would mean cutting drywall.

Technical Highlights:

• IP67 Pushbutton Switch: Temporary immersion protection on the switch itself — not just splash resistance. At exterior doors that collect standing water or get pressure-washed regularly, this is the spec that separates a two-year lifespan from a six-month warranty call.
• 316 SS Push Button / 304 SS Faceplate: The button is a grade above the faceplate. 316 handles chloride environments (coastal sites, facilities using salt-based ice melt) where 304 would pit and corrode within a year or two of use.
• CPC Disconnect (300ms minimum): Automatic call termination on hang-up keeps your analog lines clean. In multi-tenant or high-call-volume lobbies, an entry phone that holds a line open on an unanswered call ties up capacity fast — CPC closes that gap without any PBX programming on your end.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify your telephone system or PBX supplies at least 25V AC RMS ring voltage and 18V DC talk battery — systems running low talk battery voltage will cause intermittent or failed audio, and it's the first thing to check on a no-audio trouble call.
• The E-60-WH (often searched as E 60 WH) is an analog-only unit. If the site is migrating to SIP trunks or a hosted PBX with no analog FXS ports, plan for the E-60-IP Series instead — retrofitting a SIP ATA at the panel to feed this unit adds a failure point that isn't necessary.

Best-fit deployment: unheated exterior vestibules, cold-climate loading dock entry points, or any analog-loop retrofit where pulling new power to the door is off the table and you need a unit that will handle -30°F winters and summer heat without a service call.