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Rockwell Automation 2300 Family of Drive Systems Hardware User Manual

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6-3

Cutting Holes for Cable Entry/Exit

Before you begin your installation, be sure to have the following:

• Appropriate product documentation

• Tool(s) you will need to:

cut holes into MCC enclosures

loosen, tighten, and torque #10-32 screws

1. Determine where to punch holes for cable entry/exit.

Important: Figure 6.1 shows the typical clearance available for cable entry/

exit in the MCC. For top hat assemblies, the top plate may be
cut anywhere within the 1.25 inch border.

Figure 6.2 Cutting Holes in a Top Plate–Clearance Area

1.25 inches
(31.75mm)

1.25 inches
(31.75mm)

6.5 inches
(165 mm)

Area Available for

Cable Entry/Exit

Do not cut top plate
in grayed area.

Bumpback Area (5” deep)

6.25 inches
(159 mm)

Top plate is only
20” deep.

Notes for 25-inch Deep Section

See below for
25-inch deep section.

Note: Custom MCC sections may not include
a wireway tray, or may include a wireway tray
less than 6.5 inches deep. Check your MCC
section for the appropriate clearance.