Viking Electronics VE-5X5-NR-SS Stainless Steel 5x5 Surface Mount Box No Rain Guard
Overview
The VE-5X5-NR-SS is Viking Electronics' 16-gauge 316 marine-grade stainless steel surface mount enclosure, built for flush-to-wall intercom and entry-phone installations where corrosion resistance is the deciding factor. At 5.22″ × 5.14″ × 2.38″, it gives integrators a compact, rigid housing for Viking Electronics surface-mount intercom and entry devices in coastal, food-processing, chemical, or high-humidity environments where cold-rolled steel boxes simply don't hold up. This is the no-rain-guard variant — appropriate for covered or sheltered installations where horizontal weather protection isn't needed. If your application sits under a canopy, soffit, or overhang, the VE-5X5-NR-SS gets the job done without the added depth of a hooded model.
Key Features
- Marine-grade 316 stainless steel, 16 gauge: Grade 316 adds molybdenum to the alloy, which is what separates it from the more common 304 grade — it holds up against chlorides, salt spray, and aggressive cleaning agents. For food-service, coastal, or industrial washdown environments, this is the material call that prevents rust bleed and surface pitting over time.
- #4B brushed finish: The directional brushed surface texture conceals minor surface wear and fingerprinting better than a polished or bare mill finish, keeping the faceplate looking clean in high-touch public-entry applications — lobbies, parking structures, and access-controlled gates.
- Compact 5.22″ × 5.14″ × 2.38″ footprint: The 2.38″ depth (61mm) suits tight wall-surface conditions. Where conduit or a recessed electrical box limits how far the housing can protrude, this shallower profile gives more installation options than deeper hooded variants. Compare to the rain-guard model's 3.4″ depth — the NR saves nearly an inch of protrusion.
- No rain guard configuration: Removing the hood reduces overall box depth and is the correct choice for installations under eaves, covered entries, or any location where the mounting surface itself provides overhead protection. Don't use this variant in open-sky or direct-downpour exposure — use the rain-guard version for those conditions.
- 2 lbs shipping weight: Solid enough to feel substantial at the door, light enough that standard surface-mount screw patterns handle the load without additional backing plates on most substrates.
- Matches the VE-5X Series intercom platform: Sized and drilled to accept Viking's VE-5X Series intercom and entry-phone products, keeping you within a single vendor ecosystem for enclosure, device, and call-in hardware. Refer to Viking's VE-Series product manual for exact device-to-box compatibility by model.
Integration & Compatibility
The VE-5X5-NR-SS is a surface mount enclosure accessory within the Viking Electronics VE-5X product line. It is sized for Viking's 5x5 series intercom and entry-phone devices. Before ordering, confirm your specific intercom model's mounting template against the 5.22″ × 5.14″ face dimensions. The no-rain-guard depth of 2.38″ must be compatible with your field wiring approach — verify adequate clearance for conduit entry and terminal connections within the box. For open-sky or exposed outdoor applications, the matched rain-guard variant with its 3.4″ depth and integral hood provides the appropriate weather protection. For a deeper look at selecting between box configurations, the intercom mounting guide covers NR vs. hooded decisions by site type. If material compatibility is a concern — specifically chloride exposure or washdown frequency — consult the stainless steel enclosure category for alternative form factors in the Viking line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between the VE-5X5-NR-SS and the standard VE-5X5-NR?
A: The VE-5X5-NR-SS uses 16-gauge marine-grade 316 stainless steel with a #4B brushed finish, while the VE-5X5-NR uses 16-gauge cold-rolled steel (CRS) with a UV-stable black fine texture powder paint finish. Both share the same 5.22″ × 5.14″ × 2.38″ dimensions and neither includes a rain guard. Choose stainless for corrosive or washdown environments; choose CRS for standard interior or sheltered exterior installs.
Q: Does the VE-5X5-NR-SS include a rain guard?
A: No. The
