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Aluminum enclosures

Aluminum empty enclosures and terminal boxes from ROSE and BOPLA

Aluminum enclosures provide excellent (EMC) protection of electronics. Due to the high load capacity of the aluminum material, the enclosures are suitable for applications with the highest requirements. The protection class is standard IP65/66 up to IP68. Various housing dimensions and a wide range of accessories offer an optimal solution for a variety of applications. On request, we supply the housings in special colors or uncoated. For particularly high protection requirements, the housings are available with special EMC shielding measures or with a special seawater-resistant coating. The classic application of these housings is as terminal housings equipped with terminal blocks and cable glands. For further protection, all Phoenix Mecano aluminum enclosures are passivated with SurTec650 before powder coating.

Aluminum enclosure as terminal box

The classic application of aluminum enclosures is as terminal boxes or distribution boxes in industry. Aluminum enclosures are light and yet very robust. They are ideal for the installation of electromechanical components and terminals. The side walls are provided with threads for mounting cable glands. The thickness of the side walls has been chosen so that the glands can be easily screwed without a locknut. Since the terminal boxes can be equipped with terminals and pushbuttons in different numbers, but also in different installation heights, we have a variety of more than 70 different sizes of aluminum enclosures. Mostly the cover is screwable with captive screws. For applications where the enclosure must be opened regularly, some aluminum enclosures have a lid with an integrated hinge. We take over the complete processing and assembly of cable glands and terminal blocks according to your choice.

Aluminum enclosures for electronics in MSR measurement and control technology

The aluminum enclosures series Aluform and Bocube Alu were developed for the installation of electronics for measurement and control technology. The height of the enclosure is much more compact and in the lower part as well as the lid various domes for mounting PCBs are already cast on. The Bocube Alu series also has the option of a recessed foil area on the lid to accommodate a membrane keypad. In addition, the Bocube enclosure has an integrated hinge with quick release for easier opening of the lid. However, the lid can still be screwed on without further ado. The lid screws are covered by an attractive cap. The material aluminum has excellent EMC properties for the protection of the electronics and for the shielding of interfering radiation.

Properties and advantages of aluminum enclosures

Terminal boxes are often exposed to harsh environments. They are manufactured according to the DIN-EN 1706 standard from the high-quality aluminum alloy AC-ALSi 12c(Fe). The production is carried out by modern die casting process. Our aluminum housings are washed and passivated with SurTec 650 before painting. This ensures excellent corrosion resistance. They are also resistant to most oils and vapors. The aluminum housings are IP66 as standard. However, they can be upgraded to IP68 with a special seal, making them waterproof. Depending on the application and the field of use, various seals are available, also for EMC applications. Our spring-groove principle also ensures effective sealing. The terminal boxes are mounted via screw channels located outside the sealing area. On request, mounting is also possible via external lugs. Here is an overview of the most important features:

Properties
Protection class IP 66 / IP68 (1,2 m - 2 h) / IP 69 according to EN60529, higher protection classes on request
Material DIN EN 1706 EN AC-AlSi 12 (Fe)
Impact resistance 7 joules according to EN 60079-0
Color similar to RAL 7001 silver‒grey. Special color on request
Temperature application range depending on seal from -60°C to +130°C
Services

Benefit from our services for aluminum enclosures

Mechanische CNC Bearbeitung von einem Aluminium Profilgehäuse
Mechanical processing
Pulverbeschichten von Hand
Painting special color
Aluminiumgehäuse passivieren mit Surtec 650
Passivating
Tampondruck auf einem Aluminiumprofil
Printing
Gravur auf einer Aluminiumplatte. Schrift mit Farbe schwarz ausgelegt
Engraving / laser marking
Beschaffung
Procurement
Mitarbeiter montiert Kabelverschraubungen an einem Gehäuse
Assembly
Gehäuse einschweissen in Plastikfolie
Packing and logistics
Mechanische CNC Bearbeitung von einem Aluminium Profilgehäuse

Mechanical machining of aluminum enclosures

We machine the enclosures according to your drawing. You bear no risk of rejects and you benefit from cost-effective production, fast delivery times and consistent quality, starting with a minimum quantity of 1 piece.

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Pulverbeschichten von Hand

Powder coating in special color

If our standard painting does not correspond to your idea or your company design, we also paint the enclosures in your desired color. Just let us know the desired RAL color, structure and gloss level.

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Aluminiumgehäuse passivieren mit Surtec 650

Passivate

Our enclosures are passivated with SurTec650. This protects the aluminum from corrosion and also serves as an adhesion primer for painting. However, we can also perform surface treatments such as Alodine. Please contact us.

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Tampondruck auf einem Aluminiumprofil

Printing

If you would like to have your company logo or inscription on the enclosure, this is no problem. We can print the enclosures for you using pad printing or screen printing processes. For motifs with detailed color gradient we use digital printing on a front foil.

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Gravur auf einer Aluminiumplatte. Schrift mit Farbe schwarz ausgelegt

Engraving and laser marking

Do you need case labeling for harsh environments? Then engraving or laser marking is just the right thing. The engraving can be covered with color afterwards.

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Beschaffung

Procurement of components

As a full-range supplier of terminal boxes, it is part of our standard to also procure components that we assemble for you. Send us a parts list for this purpose and you will receive a ready-assembled enclosure.

Mitarbeiter montiert Kabelverschraubungen an einem Gehäuse

Assembly

Our assembly is set up to deliver the terminal boxes to you fully assembled. Terminal blocks and cable glands of common manufacturers are available from stock. However, we will procure any desired component to provide you with an uncomplicated full service.

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Gehäuse einschweissen in Plastikfolie

Packaging and logistics

Tell us how you want your enclosures packaged. Bulk packed for quick further processing at your site or individually packed in protective foil or customer final packaging. We also offer the option of labeling with your part number or serial number.

Your contact persons

Contact us if you are intested in our aluminium enclosures. Our motivated employees are happily at your service.

Foto Felix Klingler
Felix Klingler
Projektleiter Sales Gehäusetechnik
Project Manager Sales Enclosure technology
Responsable de projet Sales Technique des boîtiers
+41 52 742 75 17
felix.klingler@phoenix-mecano.ch
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Danijel Dunjic
Teamleiter / Projektleiter Sales Gehäusetechnik
Team Leader / Project Manager Sales Enclosure Technology
Chef d’équipe / Responsable de projet Sales Technique des boîtiers
+41 52 742 75 15
danijel.dunjic@phoenix-mecano.ch
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Peter Roost
Projektleiter Sales Gehäusetechnik
Project Manager Sales Enclosure technology
Responsable de projet Sales Technique des boîtiers
+41 52 742 75 67
peter.roost@phoenix-mecano.ch
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Aluminium Gehäuse Standard mehrfarbig lackiert und mechanisch bearbeitet
Aluminium Gehäuse Standard mehrfarbig lackiert und mechanisch bearbeitet
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Aluminium enclosure standard

High EMC protection
Applicable in wide temperature ranges
Two-colour lacquered
Enclosure mechanically machined according to drawing
Auminiumgehäuse weiss lackiert und Tampondruck auf Deckel
Auminiumgehäuse weiss lackiert und Tampondruck auf Deckel

Aluminum housing machined and painted

Aluminum housing painted white
Lower part of the housing machined according to drawing
The plug contacts are free of paint
Pad printing 2 colors on cover
Bocube Alu Gehäuse schwarz lackiert und Siebdruck auf Deckel
Bocube Alu Gehäuse schwarz lackiert und Siebdruck auf Deckel
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Bocube boîtier en aluminium laqué noir

Aluminium enclosure black lacquered
Enclosure bottom mechanically machined according to drawing
Screen printing 4-colour on lid
Smooth, captive lid with integrated hinges
Aluminium Gehäuse Bocube mit Folientastatur und mechanischer Bearbeitung
Aluminium Gehäuse Bocube mit Folientastatur und mechanischer Bearbeitung
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Aluminium enclosure Bocube with membrane keypad

Enclosure mechanically machined according to drawing
Captive lid with recessed membrane keypad area
Hinge integrated into the enclosure design
No visible enclosure screws