Hammond Electronics has launched the initial six sizes in its 1550 family, a range of industry standard sizes, small die-cast aluminium enclosures that provide robust mechanical protection and good EMC attenuation.
The full range will consist of 16 sizes. Available with a natural or black epoxy powder-coated finish, the units are supplied in two versions: standard and watertight.
The watertight units are supplied with a separate compressible, self-adhesive gasket that, when fitted between the lid and the base, provides dust and water sealing to IP66.
The thin-wall aluminium enclosures have high impact strength but are also easily drilled and punched to accept cables, switches and indicators as required. Sizes range from 60 x 55 x 26 to 115 x 90 x 51 mm - the largest size in the family, to be introduced before the end of the year, will be 275 x 175 x 65 mm. All units can be supplied factory modified with machining and silk screening.