Growth in Industry 4.0, internet of things (IoT)/industrial IoT and smart factory technology is set to boost demand for OKW’s robust SMART-BOX industrial electronic enclosures. SMART-BOX (IP 66) is also ideal for control and systems engineering, safety technology, gateways and HVAC.

These tough wall-mount and tabletop enclosures feature separate channels for the lid screws and mounting screws. This enables them to be installed ‘lid closed’, protecting the seal and electronics in harshSource: OKW Enclosures Inc.Source: OKW Enclosures Inc. environments.

Hinged flush-fitting trims conceal the case fixings. Plastic retaining straps hold the lid in place when it is open. The lid is recessed to accommodate a membrane keypad. Inside, there are fastening pillars for PCBs and DIN rails.

The enclosures are molded from tough UV-stable ASA+PC (UL 94 V-0) in light gray (RAL 7035) as standard. They are available in eight sizes from 4.72 inches x 3.54 inches x 1.97 inches to 11.02 inches x 6.69 inches x 2.36 inches. Widths 3.54 inches, 4.33 inches, 5.11 inches, 5.90 inches are rated IP 66; 6.69 inches is rated IP 65.

Accessories for SMART-BOX include pressure equalization elements, cable grommets, security plugs, soft-touch TPE case feet and self-tapping PCB/rail screws.

OKW can supply SMART-BOX fully customized. Services include machining, printing, laser marking, decor foils, RFI shielding and installation/assembly of accessories.

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