XINYIELE Waterproof Distribution Protection Box, ABS Plastic Breaker Electrical Box and Transparent Cover IP65, for Indoor Outdoor Wall Circuit Breaker

What it is and why I tried it

I needed a compact, weather-resistant way to mount a few DIN-rail breakers next to an existing panel—something that would keep the elements out, let me see status at a glance, and not eat up wall space. The XINYIELE 5-way breaker box fit the bill on paper: ABS body, IP65 rating, transparent cover, DIN rail included, and a footprint smaller than many NEMA 3R enclosures. After a few installations (one outdoors under an eave, one in a workshop), I have a good sense of where this little enclosure shines and where it requires a bit of care.

Build and design

The enclosure is ABS plastic with a gasketed, tinted transparent front cover. The plastic feels thicker and more rigid than a typical project box, which contributes to a tight seal and a sturdy feel when mounted. Size-wise it’s roughly 6.3 x 4.7 x 3.7 inches, so think “slim subpanel” rather than “full panel.” It’s a 5-module layout (standard 18 mm DIN width per module), which is enough for a small branch circuit setup or a 2-pole device plus a couple of single-pole breakers.

The front cover secures with two screws and compresses a perimeter gasket evenly. I like the transparent lid more than I expected—being able to read meters or breaker indicators without opening the box is surprisingly useful, and it helps you confirm moisture hasn’t snuck in. The included DIN rail is properly aligned and fastens securely to the backplate.

Overall, the fit and finish are better than most budget IP-rated boxes. Tolerances are tight, the hinge and latch points (screws) feel predictable, and the wall-mount tabs line up well. Just don’t expect the mass or dent resistance of a metal enclosure; this is a plastic consumer unit, and it behaves like one.

Installation experience

Mounting is straightforward. The enclosure ships with wall brackets and the DIN rail prepped, so anchoring to a stud or masonry is quick. Where you need to slow down is cable entry. The “knockouts” are really more like molded pilot points rather than true press-out disks. If you try to smack them out with a screwdriver and hammer like a metal can, you risk cracking the plastic. I had better results with:

• Measuring for glands/conduits first and marking center points.
• Using a step bit or hole saw at low speed from the outside face.
• Fitting quality IP68 cable glands appropriate to your cable OD.

If you’re using liquidtight or rigid conduit, plan your adapter fittings carefully; the wall thickness and limited flat area mean you’ll want low-profile fittings to maintain clearance inside. For cable-only entries, M16–M25 glands are a nice match. I also ran a thin bead of neutral-cure silicone around the gland shoulders after tightening, which, combined with the existing gasketed lid, gave me excellent water resistance.

Inside, space is at a premium. Five modules in this footprint leaves modest room for conductor bends and terminations, especially with stiffer THHN or larger gauges. Ferrules on stranded wire help keep things tidy and reduce strain. If you’re routing larger conductors to a multi-module device (like a beefy 2-pole breaker), put that device in the center slots; clearance is a little better there. The outermost slots are physically usable, but the cover hardware narrows the usable envelope for oversized devices. For most standard-width single-pole IEC breakers and accessories, it’s fine.

Waterproofing and durability

In use, the enclosure has held up well to rain, hose spray, and airborne dust. IP65 means dust-tight and resistant to water jets; it’s not a submersible. Under eaves or on an exterior wall, I haven’t seen any ingress. After a heavy storm, I checked the interior and gasket—dry. The lid’s gasket seats consistently, and the tinted cover hasn’t clouded or crazed in the sun so far.

A nuance with ABS: it’s rigid and can be somewhat brittle under impact. That’s another reason to drill entries rather than “knock” them out. Mounted to a solid surface and not subjected to abuse, it’s perfectly durable. If this is going in a high-traffic area where it might be bumped by equipment, a metal enclosure might be more forgiving, but you’ll sacrifice the clear lid and typically pay more.

Compatibility and capacity

This is a consumer unit style box intended for IEC/DIN-rail breakers and accessories. If you’re in a region where that’s standard, you’re set. If you’re in the US and planning an install that requires inspection, double-check device and enclosure listings with your AHJ; not every compact DIN enclosure carries a UL/CSA listing suitable for your application. For non-permitted or low-voltage projects, or where local code allows, it’s an elegant solution.

Capacity-wise, five 18 mm modules is enough for small jobs:

• A 2-pole breaker plus two single-pole branches.
• A main DIN breaker and a monitoring/energy meter.
• A single smart breaker plus a surge device, depending on widths.

If you think you might add devices later, go bigger than you think. It’s much easier to leave a slot blank than to retrofit a second enclosure.

Usability touches

• The transparent cover is genuinely useful. I can see breaker positions and meter readouts without opening the box, which means fewer gasket cycles and less dirt intrusion.
• The DIN rail is aligned and stiff; devices clip on solidly without flexing the back.
• The compact depth helps in tight spaces, like under a deck stair or inside a pump house, while still leaving an adequate bend radius for small-gauge conductors.

What could be better

• True knockouts would make life easier. As-is, plan on drilling and using glands—which is the right approach for IP anyway, but it adds steps.
• Interior volume is tight. A few extra millimeters in depth would make routing heavier conductors less fiddly.
• The outermost module spaces are a bit constrained by the cover hardware. Standard-width breakers fit, but oversized multi-module devices are happier in the middle.
• No cable glands or blanks included. You’ll want to budget for glands and possibly blanking modules to maintain the seal over unused slots.

Tips from my installs

• Use a step bit and quality cable glands. It preserves the enclosure and the IP rating.
• Preplace the largest device in the center and lay out conductors before final mounting.
• Keep conductor gauge realistic for the space; if you must run larger conductors, consider ferrules and tight 90-degree routing.
• Don’t overtighten the lid screws; seat the gasket uniformly and snug them evenly.

Who it’s for

• Homeowners or pros needing a small, weather-resistant enclosure for DIN-rail breakers or smart devices.
• Outdoor circuits where visual inspection is helpful: garden lighting, pump controls, small solar accessories, or a sub-feed to a shed.
• Anyone prioritizing compact size and a clean look over the bulk of a metal NEMA enclosure.

If your project demands heavy wiring, frequent reconfiguration, or you need a UL-labeled NEMA box for inspection in a US jurisdiction, you may be better served with a larger, listed metal enclosure.

Value

For the feature set—IP65 gasketed lid, DIN rail, compact footprint, and clear cover—the box represents solid value. You’ll still need to add proper glands and, depending on your design, bus bars or terminal blocks. But as a platform for small, weather-exposed breaker assemblies, it’s cost-effective and cleaner than improvising with generic project boxes.

Bottom line

The XINYIELE 5-way breaker box is a thoughtfully executed, compact enclosure that makes small DIN-rail installations tidy and weather-ready. It rewards careful installation: drill your entries, use proper glands, and plan your device placement. In return, you get a tight seal, easy visual checks through the cover, and a footprint that fits where bulkier boxes won’t.

Recommendation: I recommend this box for small indoor/outdoor DIN-rail breaker setups where space is limited and you value a transparent, gasketed cover. It’s not the right choice for oversized devices or heavy-gauge wiring runs, and you should confirm local code requirements if you need a listed enclosure. Used within its strengths, it’s a practical, reliable, and clean-looking solution.