Hand-held enclosures come in six sizes
From Hammond Electronics comes the 1552 family of hand-held enclosures. Initially available in six sizes, the IP54 rated UL94-V0 flame-retardant ABS enclosure features an ergonomic design that fits comfortably into the hand, enabling it to be used for long periods in applications such as a machine controller or an electric hoist control.
The end panels are removable for easy modification, and for use with flying cables, an alternative end panel with an integral rubberised cord protector and a strain relief bracket is available.
An optional wall mounted holder allows the unit to be stored in a convenient location when not in use. The 1552 can also be used as a desktop enclosure. All the launch sizes are 50mm wide and either 22mm or 30mm high, with both heights available in lengths of 70mm, 110mm and 150mm.
All sizes are available as standard in black and grey with a satin texture.
A recess for a membrane keyboard or a display is moulded in the top face and PCB standoffs are moulded in the base section. The top is secured to the base with four self-tapping colour-coded screws. And snap closures are fitted to the centre of the longer units to prevent bowing.
In 1917, the original company known as O.S. Hammond and Son was established in Guelph Ontario, Canada. In the early 1930s Hammond became the first company in Canada to manufacture a line of two-post racks and a narrow cabinet to support the growing broadcast and communications industries. During the 1950s and 1960s, Hammond became a leading supplier of transformers, racks and cabinets as well as enclosures for the electrical and electronic industries.
Through the past four decades, the company expanded its focus on the US and International markets. Hammond made a number of strategic acquisitions of transformer companies and became one of the largest suppliers of magnetics to the North American electrical OEM market. It has also formed several strategic alliances with US and European companies to broaden its enclosures and related accessories range.
The core products for Hammond Manufacturing continue as electrical and electronic enclosures, racks and cabinets, power bars and electronic (low-voltage) transformers.
