Why Choose the ABB ED223 Extension Frame for Cover 2PW?
The ABB ED223 Extension Frame for Cover 2PW is a specialist electrical distribution board accessory designed to raise the position of compatible ABB front covers. Also described as a raising frame or cover extension frame, the ED223 provides a purpose-designed solution for installations requiring additional space between the distribution board's internal mounting arrangement and its front cover.
Identified by ABB order code 2CPX062788R9999, the ED223 belongs to the ABB DESUJ Sub Distribution product group and forms part of the ABB Striebel & John interior expansion system. It is designed for two-panel-wide (2PW) assemblies and has external dimensions of 500 mm wide × 450 mm high × 50 mm deep.
The ED223 is specifically associated with the ABB AG23 cover and compatible cover bracket arrangements. ABB describes the extension frame as a plastic component that enables the cover position to be raised by 25 mm or 35 mm, depending on the selected supplementary components and mounting configuration.
Manufactured from plastic with a light grey RAL 7035 finish, the ABB ED223 is supplied as one extension frame per pack. It is suitable for professional electrical contractors, switchboard manufacturers and maintenance engineers working with compatible ABB distribution assemblies.
Key Advantages
- Designed for two-panel-wide (2PW) covers in compatible ABB distribution systems.
- 500 × 450 mm front dimensions match the specified ABB AG23 cover arrangement.
- 50 mm frame depth provides the manufacturer's defined extension frame geometry.
- Allows 25 mm or 35 mm cover raising when used with the appropriate ABB supplementary components.
- Compatible with ABB AG23 covers in the specified mounting configuration.
- Designed for arrangements using 52.5 mm cover brackets, including applicable ED138 configurations.
- Plastic construction provides a dedicated mechanical extension component.
- Light grey RAL 7035 finish complements matching ABB distribution board accessories.
- IP2XC classification according to the manufacturer's product information.
- Useful when installing mounting adapters or equipment requiring a raised cover position.
- Supports consistent enclosure construction without improvised cover spacers.
- Single-piece packaging simplifies ordering for individual panel installations.
Key Features
- ABB ED223 Extension Frame for Cover 2PW.
- ABB order code: 2CPX062788R9999.
- Product group: DESUJ Sub Distribution.
- Product family: ABB interior expansion system.
- Product type: Extension frame / raising frame.
- Cover width: 2 panel widths.
- Compatible cover: ABB AG23.
- External width: 500 mm.
- External height: 450 mm.
- External depth: 50 mm.
- Cover raising options: 25 mm or 35 mm with appropriate supplementary components.
- Cover bracket arrangement: Compatible 52.5 mm cover brackets.
- Material: Plastic.
- Colour: Light grey.
- Colour reference: RAL 7035.
- Protection classification: IP2XC.
- Hinged: No.
- Transparent: No.
- Pack quantity: 1 piece.
Raised Cover Installation for ABB Distribution Boards
Electrical distribution boards may require additional clearance between the internal mounting components and the front cover. This can occur when fitting compatible mounting adapters, installing equipment in specified vertical modules or modifying an existing interior assembly.
The ABB ED223 Extension Frame is designed to provide a raised cover arrangement for the corresponding AG23 two-panel-wide cover. Its 500 mm width and 450 mm height correspond to the specified cover format, allowing the extension frame to form part of the intended ABB assembly.
ABB identifies the extension frame system as suitable for raising the cover position by 25 mm or 35 mm. The required supplementary components must be selected according to the intended raising height and the applicable manufacturer's assembly instructions.
Compatibility with 52.5 mm Cover Bracket Arrangements
The ED223 is specified for electrical distribution board fields using 52.5 mm cover brackets, including compatible ABB ED138 arrangements. These cover brackets form part of the support system used to establish the intended cover position.
For a 25 mm cover raising arrangement, ABB's catalogue identifies the ED135P4 supplementary component. For a 35 mm raising arrangement, the catalogue identifies ED139P4. The correct combination must be verified against the installation instructions for the complete enclosure.
The extension frame should not be treated as a universal spacer. Its dimensions, fixing arrangement and compatibility are specific to the intended ABB cover system. Installing the wrong frame or bracket combination may affect cover alignment, fastening and the protective characteristics of the completed distribution board.
Plastic Construction, RAL 7035 Finish and IP2XC Classification
The ABB ED223 is manufactured from plastic and finished in light grey RAL 7035. This provides a consistent appearance with matching ABB distribution board components and a manufacturer-designated frame construction.
The product carries an IP2XC classification. This is relevant to protection against access to hazardous parts and solid-object ingress within the applicable electrical assembly. The rating must be considered in the context of the complete enclosure, correctly installed covers and associated accessories.
The ED223 is a non-hinged, non-transparent extension frame, not a complete electrical enclosure or device cover by itself. The required protective arrangement must be established using the corresponding ABB components and installation instructions.
ABB offers several extension frames for two-panel-wide cover arrangements. The correct model is selected according to the required cover height:
- ABB ED222: 500 mm wide × 300 mm high; designed for the AG22 cover; order code 2CPX062787R9999.
- ABB ED223: 500 mm wide × 450 mm high; designed for the AG23 cover; order code 2CPX062788R9999.
- ABB ED224: 500 mm wide × 600 mm high; designed for the AG24 cover; order code 2CPX062789R9999.
- ABB ED225: 500 mm wide × 750 mm high; designed for the AG25 cover; order code 2CPX062790R9999.
All four models belong to the two-field-width extension frame family, but their heights and corresponding cover references differ. The ED223 should be selected where the specified assembly requires the AG23 / 500 × 450 mm arrangement.
Typical Applications
- Compatible ABB AG23 distribution board covers.
- Two-panel-wide electrical distribution assemblies.
- ABB interior expansion system installations.
- Electrical distribution boards requiring a raised front cover.
- Installations with compatible 52.5 mm cover brackets.
- Cover raising arrangements of 25 mm or 35 mm.
- Compatible vertical module and mounting adapter installations.
- Low-voltage sub-distribution boards.
- Commercial electrical distribution cabinets.
- Industrial electrical distribution assemblies.
- Electrical switchboard manufacturing.
- Replacement of matching ABB ED223 extension frames.
- Distribution board refurbishment and modification.
- Professional electrical panel-building and maintenance.
