Aluminium enclosures have become an integral part of modern technical applications. They offer optimum protection for electronic components, machine components and other sensitive systems.
In this article, we explain what makes these enclosures so versatile, what properties they have and what individual processing options are available.
What is an aluminium enclosure?
An aluminium housing is an enclosure that protects sensitive electronic or mechanical components from external influences such as moisture, dust, chemical substances and / or mechanical stress.
These enclosures can therefore be used in a wide range of applications and industries.
What materials are aluminium enclosures made of?
The name already suggests it: Aluminium housings are made from an aluminium alloy.
The aluminium alloy of BERNSTEIN CA enclosures consists of silicon, iron, copper and manganese as well as small amounts of zinc and titanium. This composition gives the enclosure material different, specific properties.
Properties of aluminium housings
Aluminium housings are characterised by a number of positive properties. These can vary depending on the material properties.
BERNSTEIN aluminium terminal enclosures offer the following properties:
- High stability:
Thanks to the copper content, the strength of the enclosures is increased. This provides reliable protection against mechanical impact - Corrosion-resistant:
Silicon has a positive influence on resistance to corrosion - Conductivity:
The iron content in the alloy ensures higher conductivity - Heat dissipation:
Our aluminium terminal housings dissipate heat efficiently - Electrical shielding:
The CA enclosures offer very good shielding properties, which is particularly important for electronic applications
Customised processing options
In addition, aluminium housings can be powder-coated, anodised or given other surface treatments and machined according to individual requirements.
We offer the following machining services for our CA enclosures:
Advantages of aluminium enclosures
Terminal enclosures made of aluminium offer numerous advantages over other materials, such as
- Durability:
Due to their high resistance to corrosion and weathering, CA enclosures have a long service life. - Effective protection:
They reliably protect sensitive components from dust, water and mechanical impact. - Low weight:
Especially in mobile applications or in vehicle construction, the lightweight material ensures weight savings. - Efficient heat dissipation:
Ideal for electronic components that generate heat, as the aluminium efficiently conducts it to the outside. - Individuality:
Enclosures made of aluminium can be individually designed and adapted to a wide range of requirements.
Aluminium enclosures from BERNSTEIN
BERNSTEIN offers a wide range of different aluminium housings. These are manufactured using the die-casting process and powder-coated in RAL 7001 as standard in our in-house powder-coating facility. On request, we can also customise the enclosures according to your requirements.
Further information can be found in our product catalogue or directly on our product page.
