Novax – Type 401 FTMS Cabinets

The Type 401 FTMS Cabinet Family is designed to support a wide range of traffic and ITS applications, offering:

• Rugged marine-grade aluminum construction with powder-coat finish
  
• Weather-resistant, insulated design for harsh Canadian conditions
  
• Standardized FTMS/ATMS security locks
  
• Integrated fan and heater systems with Model 500D thermostat
  
• Flexible equipment mounting with 19″ EIA racks, adjustable shelving, and multiple accessory options
  
• Easy serviceability with wide-opening vandal-resistant doors
  
• Configurations optimized for cameras, detectors, ramp control, and communication nodes
  

The 401 (Base-Mount) is ideal for complex equipment installations requiring maximum space.

The 401-P (Pole-Mount) is ideal when compact or elevated roadside installations are preferred.

Type 401 – Base-Mount FTMS Cabinet

A full-size, ground-mounted cabinet designed for large ITS deployments.

Highlights

• 5052 marine-alloy aluminum
  
• Polyester powder-coat finish (custom colours available)
  
• Vandal-resistant door with robust handle and padlock provision
  
• Fully insulated with closed-cell neoprene gaskets
  
• Crowned roof with guttered overhang
  
• Thermostatically controlled fan & heater
  
• Includes Model 500D digital thermostat
  

Available Models

• 401C – optimized for camera equipment
  
• 401D – optimized for detectors
  
• 401S – for shelf-mounted equipment
  
• 401R – for ramp metering and ramp control
  

Designed to provide maximum interior space and stability for large controllers, communication equipment, networking hardware, and power distribution assemblies.

Type 401-P – Pole-Mount FTMS Cabinet

A compact, rugged cabinet designed for pole-mounted or space-constrained roadside applications.

Highlights

• 1/8″ (3 mm) 5052-H32 marine-grade aluminum
  
• NEMA 3R rated
  
• Dual vandal-resistant insulated doors
  
• Crowned roof with guttered overhang
  
• Integrated pole-mounting hardware
  
• 180° door opening for service access
  
• Removable air filter + three-point locking system
  
• Fan & heater assemblies with Model 500D thermostat
  
• Interior service lamp with LED option (25 W / 2550 lumens)
  
• Pre-punched knockouts for conduit entry
  
• Optional pull-out laptop shelf, DIN-rail panel, or EZ Router
  

Designed for detection stations, camera sites, compact controller locations, and communications nodes.

Construction

Common Features (Both Models)

• Marine-grade aluminum construction
  
• Polyester powder-coat finish
  
• Interior Styrofoam insulation
  
• Closed-cell neoprene door gaskets
  
• FTMS/ATMS-standard security locks
  
• Crowned roof with guttered overhang
  
• Thermostatically controlled fan & heater (Model 500D thermostat)
  

401 – Base-Mount Cabinet

• Constructed from 5052 marine-alloy aluminum
  
• Heavy-duty vandal-resistant door with robust 7″ handle
  
• Padlock provision for additional security
  
• Large single-door configuration
  
• Designed for pedestal mounting
  
• Powder-coat finish with optional custom colours
  

401-P – Pole-Mount Cabinet

• Built from 1/8″ (3 mm) 5052-H32 marine-grade aluminum
  
• Rated NEMA 3R for roadside exposure
  
• Dual vandal-resistant doors with three-point latching
  
• Doors open 180° for improved service access
  
• Removable door filter for ventilation maintenance
  
• Integrated pole-mounting hardware included
  
• Optional interior trouble lamp (LED 25 W available)

Dimensions

401 – Base-Mount

• Cabinet: 68″ H × 24″ W × 30″ D
  
• Pedestal: 8″ H × 24″ W × 30″ D

401-P – Pole-Mount

• Compact form factor suitable for roadside poles
  
• Standard 19″ rack mounting

Environmental Controls

Both variations include:

• Model 500D digital thermostat
  
• Thermostatically controlled fan and heater
  
• Interior lining for thermal stability
  
• Optional interior trouble lamp (401-P)

Electrical System

401 – Base-Mount

• Input power: 95–135 VAC, 60 Hz

401-P – Pole-Mount

Includes a comprehensive service panel with:

• 30 A maintenance switch
  
• Transient & lightning protection
  
• Power Distribution Assembly with:
  
  • 20 A main breaker
    
  • 15 A service breaker
    
  • 15 A environment breaker
    
  • 15 A equipment breaker
    
  • Filtered duplex receptables for equipment
    
  • Service receptacles
    
• 19″ rack-mount power bar (6 outlets)
  

Equipment Mounting & Options

Both Cabinets

• 19″ EIA equipment rack
  
• Adjustable shelves
  
• Multiple wiring and mounting configurations
  
• Documentation pouch
  
• Thermostat, fan, and heater assemblies
  

401-P Enhancements

• Optional pull-out laptop / drawing shelf (Caltrans style)
  
• Optional DIN-rail mounting panel
  
• Optional EZ Router antenna interface
  

Applications

The 401 Series is ideal for:

• Freeway Traffic Management Systems (FTMS)
  
• Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS)
  
• Ramp metering sites
  
• Vehicle detection & classification
  
• Camera installations
  
• Communications and networking nodes
  
• Data collection stations