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Designers who treat the enclosure as an afterthought pay twice: once in scrambled mechanical fixes, again during compliance. Select housing early, and the PCB, installer, and certifier all breathe easier.
This guide steers engineering teams through the checkpoints for choosing Italtronic enclosures offered by Mech Power, including DIN rail enclosures like Modulbox and Railbox, wall mount enclosures such as Eyebox, iTouch, and Thermo, and panel mount options like the Incabox series. These form factors support a wide range of applications in industrial control, building automation, and IoT systems. Among them, the Modulbox and Railbox lines stand out as flagship solutions, ideal for compact controllers, automation modules, and embedded electronics.
Step 1: Map the Functional Envelope
Open the mechanical drawing before the schematic locks. Outline the board, height keep-outs, and each connector that must stay reachable. Modulbox offers compact to spacious widths, comfortably housing anything from simple boards to multi-level mezzanine setups.
Railbox stretches to extended boards, making it ideal for longer controllers with high I/O requirements. Also consider the tallest component on the board, whether it's a capacitor or heat sink, as it can influence whether a shallow or deep lid is needed. Leave extra space for cabling and any last-minute changes.
Step 2: Match the Mounting Method
For control cabinets and electrical panels, ensure compatibility with DIN rails. Modulbox can be mounted directly onto standard DIN rails, saving installation time.
In wall-mounted applications like HVAC sensors or access points, Railbox fits well, with a design that clips to a base plate fixed to the surface. If your application involves a mix of mounting types, use adapters that are available to support crossover installations without surprises on-site.
Step 3: Balance Environment and Appearance
Office environments usually require standard materials with basic protection from dust and temperature fluctuations. On the other hand, outdoor or industrial applications, such as rooftop inverters, demand enclosures resistant to UV exposure and moisture. Materials like polycarbonate with protective additives offer extended durability in such cases.
If visibility is required—say, for indicators or displays—Railbox offers clear lid options, allowing light to pass without compromising on sealing. Plus, Mech Power offers in-house UV printing, so branding and labeling are embedded into the enclosure itself, providing a clean, durable finish that resists wear.
Step 4: Plan Connectivity and Cooling Together
Modern enclosures often need to support a variety of connectors—network ports, terminal blocks, antennas, and more. Mech Power’s CNC precision machining ensures that these apertures are clean and exact, enabling press-fit gaskets and seamless integration.
Ventilation can also be integrated without adding steps to your process. Passive cooling through vent slots often outperforms miniature fans in compact setups. If your design demands enhanced heat management, enclosure options with side or top venting are available.
Customization Made Simpler with Mech Power
Every application is different, and so are the enclosures. That’s why Mech Power offers tailored customization services—from precise cutouts for connectors and ports to personalized branding using UV printing. Our CNC machining and laser cutting capabilities ensure tight tolerances for press-fit components, while additional features like ventilation slots, mounting holes, and clear windows can be seamlessly integrated. Whether you're prototyping or preparing for production, Mech Power delivers enclosure solutions built to your exact specifications—efficiently and reliably.
Spotlight: Modulbox
- Offers a flexible range of width options
- Supports multiple PCB levels with clip-in mezzanine supports
- Features a hinged or removable front panel for easy access to connectors
Ideal for:
- Control modules
- Energy monitoring devices
- Safety and relay systems
Spotlight: Railbox
- Slim and compact profile, perfect for tight spaces
- An optional transparent window for display or sensor visibility
- Designed for clean integration in narrow or crowded cabinets
Best suited for:
- Room controllers
- Gateway or communication hubs
- Metering and monitoring devices
Why Source through Mech Power?
Avoid the delays and back-and-forth of dealing with multiple suppliers. By partnering with Mech Power, you get attention to detail in every cutout and UV printing for your Italtronic enclosure, customized according to your project needs. Our in-house team supports you at every stage, from design to manufacturability checks, ensuring your enclosure fits your customization requirements and branding perfectly.
Need the perfect Italtronic enclosure? View our Italtronic Enclosures and explore how our customization options can match your exact specifications.
FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions
By schematic freeze, mechanical limits guide connector layout and avoid respins.
Yes. Gasketed lids plus sealed terminals keep dust and splashes out. State the rating on the order so the correct seal kit arrives.
Two working weeks after artwork sign-off, printing is in-house.
ΔT curves show that ten watts in a sealed Modulbox raises interior temperature about fifteen °C; vent grills halve the rise.
Yes. Punch-out zones on both sides let Ethernet front and eight-pole power rear without special tooling.
Yes. Batches as low as fifty units, machined and branded, mirror production.