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Electrical-Mechanical Fasteners

07/15/2007 8:01 AM

Hi all,

I`m looking for an electrical/mechanical problem solution. We have two enclosures made of ABS or Polycarbonate. One of these contains a power supply unit and the other is equipped with measuring boards. Both cases are of the same rectangular shape standing together.

Both have to be connected electrically (2-pole, perhaps isolated HV Banana jack 4mm - this is not the problem) and fastened machanically stable by a plugging/releasing mechanism.

All our known solutions like door latches and ball studs are not the ne plus ultra because they are as ugly as the night black or unstable. Does anyone have a hint for a serial solution, perhaps with a push-and-release-connector which is stable enough ?

Thanks to all for any kind of brain smoke ......
Uwe

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07/16/2007 2:36 PM

How big and bulky are these boxes?

Is it just the cosmetic appearance that you want improved and if so why?

Are they to be used in demonstrations in public or is it for another reason i.e. consumer use and aesthetic appeal etc...

When you say '....stable enough...' just how and why does it have to be stable? in what way?

So as it doesn't fall over, or maybe it can't be pushed over, or perhaps it contains delicate systems that mustn't be subjected to vibrations or movement?

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Re: Electrical-Mechanical Fasteners

07/20/2007 8:49 AM

Hello Electroman,

1. The boxes are 180mm x 120mm x 60mm. Two of them shall be fixed together at the 180mm x 60mm side.

2. Well, it`s our own claim not to disregard the view. We all are (mostly) optical beings and buy-decisions are, even in the investment area, often made by gut feel and afterwards reasoned by brain.

3. They are also used in public demonstrations.

4. One of the cases holds batteries with a weight of up to 1500g. Stable in that sense means that one must be allowed to lift the whole unit taking hold of the other box without breaking or significantly bending the whole construction.

5. Vibrations and movement are no problems at all.

Thank you for your answer,
regards Uwe

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