Econobox Aluminum Box CU-123
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 3.62" x 1.50" x 1.21"
Internal Size L x W x D: 3.31" x 1.18" x 1.06"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-123-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 3.62" x 1.50" x 1.21"
Internal Size L x W x D: 3.31" x 1.18" x 1.06"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-124
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.37" x 2.37" x 1.21"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.06" x 2.06" x 1.06"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-124-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.37" x 2.37" x 1.21"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.06" x 2.06" x 1.06"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-234
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.68" x 3.68" x 2.21"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.24" x 3.24" x 2.06"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-234-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.68" x 3.68" x 2.21"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.24" x 3.24" x 2.06"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-247
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 7.39" x 4.70" x 2.21"
Internal Size L x W x D: 6.94" x 4.26" x 2.06"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-247-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 7.39" x 4.70" x 2.21"
Internal Size L x W x D: 6.94" x 4.26" x 2.06"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-347
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 7.39" x 4.70" x 3.21"
Internal Size L x W x D: 6.88" x 4.19" x 3.06"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-347-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 7.39" x 4.70" x 3.21"
Internal Size L x W x D: 6.88" x 4.19" x 3.06"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-470
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 2.00" x 2.00" x 1.25"
Internal Size L x W x D: 1.68" x 1.68" x 1.11"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-470-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 2.00" x 2.00" x 1.25"
Internal Size L x W x D: 1.68" x 1.68" x 1.11"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-471
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.33" x 3.25" x 1.75"
Internal Size L x W x D: 3.92" x 2.84" x 1.59"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-471-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.33" x 3.25" x 1.75"
Internal Size L x W x D: 3.92" x 2.84" x 1.59"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-472
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.75" x 3.15" x 2.33"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.30" x 2.70" x 2.17"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-472-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.75" x 3.15" x 2.33"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.30" x 2.70" x 2.17"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-473
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.68" x 3.68" x 1.34"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.30" x 3.30" x 1.18"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-473-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.68" x 3.68" x 1.34"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.30" x 3.30" x 1.18"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-474
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.75" x 4.75" x 2.33"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.30" x 4.30" x 2.17"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-474-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.75" x 4.75" x 2.33"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.30" x 4.30" x 2.17"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-475
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.75" x 4.75" x 3.75"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.30" x 4.30" x 3.59"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-475-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.75" x 4.75" x 3.75"
Internal Size L x W x D: 4.30" x 4.30" x 3.59"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-476
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 6.00" x 3.25" x 2.00"
Internal Size L x W x D: 5.57" x 2.82" x 1.84"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-476-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 6.00" x 3.25" x 2.00"
Internal Size L x W x D: 5.57" x 2.82" x 1.84"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-477
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 7.39" x 4.70" x 1.50"
Internal Size L x W x D: 7.00" x 4.31" x 1.34"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-477-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 7.39" x 4.70" x 1.50"
Internal Size L x W x D: 7.00" x 4.31" x 1.34"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-478
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 7.50" x 7.50" x 2.62"
Internal Size L x W x D: 7.03" x 7.03" x 2.46"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-478-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 7.50" x 7.50" x 2.62"
Internal Size L x W x D: 7.03" x 7.03" x 2.46"
Econobox Aluminum Box CU-479
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.37" x 2.37" x 2.13"
Internal Size L x W x D: 3.99" x 1.99" x 1.98"
Econobox Aluminum Box Gray CU-479-G
Econobox Series Aluminum Boxes – Electronics
External Size L x W x D: 4.37" x 2.37" x 2.13"
Internal Size L x W x D: 3.99" x 1.99" x 1.98"
What is an Aluminum Enclosure?
An aluminum enclosure (also called an aluminum box) is a protective housing designed specifically for electronic components and equipment. These durable containers are manufactured using various techniques, including diecasting, extrusions, and sheet aluminum fabrication, resulting in versatile solutions that meet diverse application needs.
What makes aluminum the material of choice for these enclosures? The answer lies in its impressive properties. Aluminum is lightweight yet remarkably durable, offering excellent resistance to corrosion. It offers good heat dissipation for components that generate heat during operation. Additionally, aluminum provides inherent EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) shielding, protecting sensitive electronics from external electrical disturbances.
Which is Stronger: Steel or Aluminum Enclosures?
When selecting materials for electronic enclosures, design engineers often weigh the merits of steel versus aluminum. While steel offers higher tensile strength—approximately three times that of aluminum—the evaluation deserves a more nuanced engineering perspective.
Steel enclosures provide exceptional impact resistance and structural rigidity, making them suitable for rugged industrial environments. However, this strength comes with trade-offs versus aluminum: higher weight, lower thermal conductivity, and susceptibility to corrosion.
Aluminum box enclosures present an alternative with compelling advantages. The strength-to-weight ratio dramatically favors aluminum. This allows for robust protection at a fraction of steel’s weight, reducing transportation costs and facilitating installation.
Aluminum’s inherent corrosion resistance eliminates the need for powder coatings, maintaining aesthetic appeal and structural integrity over time. Aluminum’s natural oxide layer provides self-healing protection, particularly beneficial in outdoor or humid installations where steel would deteriorate.
What’s more, aluminum boxes provide excellent heat dissipation. Aluminum is more efficient than steel at dissipating the heat generated by electronics. The thick diecast walls of the Econobox enclosure sink and release heat effectively.
