Viking Surface Mount Enclosure 5X5 Chassis in White no Rain Guard - VE-5X5-NR-WH

Viking Electronics VE-5X5-NR-WH Surface Mount Enclosure 5x5 White No Rain Guard

Overview

The VE-5X5-NR-WH is a compact 5x5 surface mount enclosure from Viking Electronics designed to house intercom and access control components in indoor or sheltered outdoor installations. Constructed from 0.062-inch (16 gauge) cold rolled steel with a UV-stable white fine texture powder coat finish, this enclosure provides a clean, professional appearance that holds up in commercial environments without yellowing or fading. It mounts directly to a wall, post, single or double gang electrical box, or any Viking gooseneck — giving installers flexibility in how and where they position the unit.

Key Features

• 16 Gauge Cold Rolled Steel Body (0.062"): CRS at this gauge resists denting and casual tampering without adding unnecessary bulk — appropriate for lobbies, vestibules, and office corridors where the enclosure is visible and needs to look intentional, not industrial.
• 12 Gauge Aluminum Panel (0.081"): The internal panel is thicker than the outer box and made from aluminum, which is corrosion-resistant even in humid environments. At 12 gauge, it provides a solid substrate for mounting terminal blocks, boards, or hardware without flex or vibration.
• UV-Stable White Powder Coat Finish: The UV-stable formulation means the white color won't chalk or yellow under indirect sunlight exposure — relevant for installations near windows, covered entryways, or partially shaded exterior walls where direct rain protection is handled by the structure itself.
• Clear Gloss Panel Finish: The aluminum panel uses a UV-stable clear gloss powder coat, protecting the surface from oxidation while keeping it clean and easy to wipe down during maintenance visits.
• No Rain Guard Configuration: This "NR" variant ships without a rain guard, making it the right choice for indoor use or installations under architectural overhangs where rain exposure is not a factor. If your mounting location sees direct precipitation, evaluate the rain guard variant instead.
• Multiple Mounting Options: Compatible with wall surface, post, single gang box, double gang box, and Viking gooseneck mounts — so you can adapt to the rough-in already in place rather than re-running conduit to suit a specific mounting style.
• Compact 5x5 Footprint: Sized to house Viking intercom and entry system components without dominating the wall face. The enclosure keeps the installation proportional in lobbies and reception areas where aesthetics matter alongside function.

Integration & Compatibility

The VE-5X5-NR-WH is part of Viking's VE-Series enclosure line, engineered to pair with Viking intercom stations, door controllers, and entry system boards. The VE-5X5-NR-WH (often searched as VE 5X5 NR WH) is the white, no-rain-guard variant in a family that also includes black (VE-5X5-NR) and stainless steel (VE-5X5-NR-SS) options — all sharing the same 5.22" x 5.14" x 2.38" external envelope and gang-box mounting footprint, so you can select finish to match the installation environment without changing your rough-in plan. Review the Viking Electronics product line to match the correct intercom or entry station to this enclosure. For broader enclosure and housing options, browse the enclosures and housings category. If you are planning a complete entry system, the access control category covers compatible readers, controllers, and door hardware. For wiring and power planning, see the power supplies section for low-voltage supply options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the VE-5X5-NR-WH made of?

A: The outer box is 0.062-inch (16 gauge) cold rolled steel with a UV-stable white fine texture powder coat. The internal panel is 0.081-inch (12 gauge) aluminum with a UV-stable clear gloss powder coat finish.

Q: Can the VE-5X5-NR-WH be used outdoors?

A: It can be installed in sheltered outdoor locations — under overhangs or in covered entryways — but this variant does not include a rain guard. For locations with direct rain exposure, select the version that includes a rain guard.

Q: What mounting options does the VE-5X5-NR-WH support?

A: It can be surface mounted to a wall, post, single gang electrical box, double gang electrical box, or any Viking gooseneck mount, giving installers flexibility to work with existing rough-in.

Q: What are the dimensions and weight of the VE-5X5-NR-WH?

A: Based on the VE-5X5-NR family specifications, the enclosure measures 5.22" x 5.14" x 2.38" (133mm x 131mm x 61mm). Shipping weight for the WH variant is 1.6 lb (0.73 kg).

Q: Why is the internal panel a different gauge than the box?

A: The 12 gauge aluminum panel (0.081") is thicker than the 16 gauge steel box (0.062") to provide a rigid, vibration-free mounting surface for terminal blocks and electronics, while keeping the enclosure lightweight overall.

Marty Allison

When I spec the VE-5X5-NR-WH for a lobby or interior vestibule installation, the detail I flag first is the material split: 16 gauge CRS outer box and a 12 gauge aluminum panel inside. That thicker panel is what makes the difference between an enclosure that rattles when you close it and one that holds a terminal block firmly over a decade of use.

Technical Highlights:

• 16ga CRS Box at 0.062": Cold rolled steel at this thickness resists casual flex and surface damage — appropriate for commercial corridors where the box may take incidental contact from carts or traffic without deforming.
• 12ga Aluminum Panel at 0.081": Aluminum at 12 gauge is stiffer than steel of equivalent weight and won't corrode if the enclosure is installed in a humid mechanical room or near a building entrance where condensation is a factor.
• UV-Stable Powder Coat on Both Surfaces: Both the box and panel use UV-stable formulations — the box in white fine texture, the panel in clear gloss. This matters for installations near skylights or glass entry walls where indirect UV exposure would degrade a standard powder coat within two to three years.

Deployment Considerations:

• This NR (no rain guard) variant is correct for indoor or fully covered outdoor placements. If the mounting location sees any direct water exposure — even wind-driven mist — order the rain guard version. Moisture intrusion into an intercom board is not a warranty scenario.
• Shipping weight is 1.6 lb (0.73 kg), which is lighter than the black CRS variant listed at 2 lbs — the aluminum panel keeps the WH variant trimmer. Factor that into any multi-unit freight estimate.

This enclosure is the right call for corporate lobby intercom deployments or multi-tenant residential entry points where the white finish needs to match painted drywall and the installation is under a roof line — not for uncovered exterior gate posts where the rain guard variant belongs.