Description
The Pedestal PRO 4.5x8 Steel Hood is a durable outdoor rain guard designed to shield access control devices at entryways, parking facilities, and gated entries. It protects card readers, intercoms, keypads, and other peripherals from rain, snow, and sun exposure while maintaining a low-profile footprint.
- Footprint: 4.5" x 8" hood footprint with a 2.75" top overhang to maximize protection for mounted devices.
- Material: 16-gauge steel finished with outdoor polyester powder-coat containing a UV inhibitor for prolonged outdoor durability.
- Protection Scope: Non-proprietary rain guard suitable for a range of access control devices placed beneath the overhang.
- Compatibility & Mounting: Designed to be used with single gang electrical boxes; includes a single gang cutout on the face plate and a.5" deep back box with a removable back mounting plate for a low-profile footprint; hidden mounting hardware.
- Depth Accommodation: Intended for devices more than.5" deep when used with standard single gang boxes.
- Installation Features: Knockouts indicate where to drill holes for surface mounting; ships foam-wrapped for safe transport.
- Customization: Optional power-coating color choices and the ability to modify height, width, or depth; additional costs and lead times may apply.
- Manufacturer: From Pedestal PRO, the world’s leading manufacturer of access control pedestals, trusted by security professionals worldwide.
- Unit Specs: 4.5" x 8" footprint; 2.75" top overhang; 16-gauge steel; UV-inhibited outdoor powder-coat finish;.5" deep back box; single gang face plate cutout; hidden mounting hardware; surface-mount knockouts; foam-wrapped shipping.
This hood is purpose-built for facilities needing reliable weather protection for critical access-control devices. By shielding readers and controllers from the elements, it helps maintain performance, reduces maintenance intervals, and preserves the professional appearance of entryways, parking structures, and gated entries. For teams requiring a tailored fit, customization options ensure the hood aligns with specific installation constraints and color schemes, with the reassurance of durable construction and trusted Pedestal PRO engineering.