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Gira Electrical Installation Systems
Water-protected
Kevin Snyder
Petra Schuhmann
Frank Miller
Susanne Smith
Michael Cramer
The Neumann Family
Elke and Ralf Stanton
Henrik Potthast
Klaus Schneider
Petra Schuhmann
Frank Müller
Susanne Schmidt
Protection against moisture and water penetration
The chapter “Gira water-protected” covers switch ranges that are suitable for use in
water-protected, flush-mounted and surface-mounted installations both indoors and
outdoors. Depending on the requirements, switches, buttons and SCHUKO socket
outlets with IP44 (protected against splash water) or IP66 (protected against water
jets) are available.
Protection against splash water (IP44)
IP 44 stands for safe protection against solid particles such
as rough sand and against splash water. It is a minimum
requirement for outdoor use. Gira switch ranges that are
equipped with this protection are especially suitable for damp
rooms, e.g. bathrooms and areas that are exposed to the
weather, such as cellars or garages.
Protection against powerful water jets (IP66)
Gira switch ranges that have the IP66 rating provide absolute
protection against dust and strong jets of water. Thanks to their
leak-tightness, they are predestined for harsh applications and
their robust material quality, which offers protection against
chemicals and vandalism, makes them the perfect choice for
use in cellars, garages, workshops and industry.
Other Gira switch ranges can be installed water-protected
All switches, buttons and SCHUKO socket outlets with hinged
cover from the Gira Standard 55, E2, Stainless Steel Series 21
and Gira F 100 switch ranges can be installed water-protected
using special sealing kits according to the protection type IP44.
The robust Gira TX_44 switch range offers added functionality
as it is suitable for water-protected installation in damp rooms
or in outdoor areas. It can therefore be used in all parts of a
building.
Integration into Gira energy and light profiles
for outdoor use
The Gira energy profiles extend the outdoor electrical
installation. The housing, cover, and base are made of robust,
weather-resistant aluminium with a scratch-resistant, dirt-
resistant surface. Gira energy profiles with empty units can
be equipped with the water-protected Gira TX_44 switch
range as needed.
