RAINPROOF HOOD ELECTRICAL WEATHER SHIELD WS58 73-5898-2 (WL98)

Description:

The WS58 73-5898-2 (WL98) Rainproof Hood Electrical Weather Shield is used in outdoor electrical installations to protect electrical equipment, controls, transformers, disconnects, and enclosures from rain, moisture, and environmental exposure while maintaining proper ventilation. Commonly installed on industrial electrical systems, power distribution equipment, control panels, and outdoor utility applications requiring weather protection. Maintenance teams and electricians use this weather shield for equipment upgrades, environmental protection, and replacement of damaged rain hoods. The WS58 design helps prevent water intrusion while allowing adequate airflow for safe equipment operation.

Applications:

The WS58 73-5898-2 Rainproof Hood Electrical Weather Shield is designed for outdoor electrical protection applications involving transformers, control panels, junction boxes, disconnect switches, motor controls, and power distribution equipment. Typical installations include manufacturing facilities, utility systems, water treatment plants, commercial buildings, and industrial outdoor electrical equipment where protection against rain and weather exposure is required. The WS58 weather shield allows ventilation while helping maintain weather-resistant enclosure performance.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Unspecified / Industrial Weather Shield Assembly
• Part Number: WS58
• Alternate Number: 73-5898-2
• Reference ID: WL98
• Product Type: Rainproof Hood / Electrical Weather Shield
• Function: Weather Protection and Ventilation
• Application: Outdoor Electrical Equipment Protection
• Installation Type: Surface Mount Hood Assembly
• Material: Industrial Metal Construction
• Suitable For: Electrical Enclosures, Transformers, Control Panels
• Environmental Protection: Rain and Moisture Shielding
• Designed for Outdoor Industrial Service
• Allows Airflow While Preventing Direct Water Intrusion

Common Replacements:

• WS57 73-5898-1
• WS58 73-5898-2 WL98
• Eaton WS58 Transformer Weathershield Kit