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Design Principles and Characteristics of Waterproof Enclosure

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Update time : 2023-08-01 13:54:00
Design Principles and Characteristics of Waterproof Enclosure 

The design principles and features of a waterproof enclosure mainly include sealing design, material selection, structural design, waterproof level, and other features. Through reasonable design and selection, the waterproof case can effectively protect electronic equipment from moisture and external environment, and improve the reliability and stability of the equipment.

Waterproof enclosure design principles and features mainly include the following aspects:

1, Sealing design: The design principle of the waterproof shell is through the use of sealing design, the electronic equipment and the external environment to isolate, to prevent moisture, dust, chemicals, etc. into the internal equipment. The common sealing design includes rubber seals, sealant, and a waterproof interface.

2, Material selection: A waterproof shell is usually water-resistant, corrosion-resistant materials, such as engineering plastics, aluminum alloys, stainless steel, and so on. These materials have good water resistance and weather resistance, and can effectively prevent water infiltration.

3, structural design:  A waterproof shell usually has a tight structural design, including sealing interfaces, threaded connections, buckle structure, etc., to ensure that the shell is completely closed to reduce the possibility of water infiltration.

4, waterproof level: waterproof shell usually according to different working environments and use requirements, with different waterproof levels. The common waterproof level includes IPX4, IPX6, etc., which indicates the protection ability of the shell against water.

5, other features: waterproof shell usually has shockproof, dustproof, impact resistance and other characteristics, can protect the device from external physical damage. At the same time, the waterproof shell also often has a transparent or translucent design, so that users can observe the operating status of the equipment through the shell.


Waterproof enclosure structure design can be based on different needs and use scenarios to design, the following are common types:

1, fully closed structure: fully closed structure is the most common waterproof shell design, its shell is made of sealed material, completely closed equipment. It generally includes parts such as the shell, seals, and button membranes to ensure that the equipment is not damaged in the water. This structure is suitable for equipment that needs to be used in diving or deep water environment.

2, protective sleeve structure: protective sleeve structure is the equipment is wrapped in a waterproof sleeve, through the set of seals to waterproof. This structure is suitable for the need to protect the device from rain, splash or light flooding.

3, film-type structure: film-type structure is a waterproof film on the surface of the equipment, through the waterproof membrane to realize the waterproof function. This structure is suitable for light waterproof requirements, such as preventing equipment from being wet by rain.

4, removable structure: removable structure is the waterproof shell is designed in the form of removable, convenient for users to install or remove the waterproof shell as needed. This structure is suitable for frequent replacement or infrequent use of the waterproof shell of the scene.

The structure of the waterproof housing generally consists of the enclosure, sealing ring, button membrane, and other parts. The housing is usually made of durable materials such as plastic and metal to protect the device from external objects. Seals, on the other hand, are used to form a seal at the joints or openings of the housing to prevent moisture from seeping in. Button membranes, on the other hand, connect the buttons on the device to the outside of the waterproof housing, and the membrane is designed to enable key operation.

It should be noted that different types of waterproof shell structure design will have different waterproof performance and the use of precautions, The user in the selection and use should be based on the actual needs and environment to choose. At the same time, the structural design of the waterproof shell also needs to undergo rigorous testing and verification to ensure the reliability of its waterproof function.
A detailed description of the waterproof case levels and how they are tested

The waterproofing level of a waterproof case is usually indicated by the IP (Ingress Protection) standard, which defines how well a device protects against solid objects and liquids.The IP standard consists of two numbers, the first number indicating the level of protection against solid objects and the second number indicating the level of protection against liquids.

The following are common waterproof housing levels and test methods:

1. IPX0: No protection. This level indicates that the device has no protection against solids and liquids and is not suitable for waterproof requirements.

2、IPX1: Drip-proof. The device is subjected to dripping water in a vertical direction when it is placed vertically, and there will be no harmful effects inside the housing. The test method is to place the device on a platform with an inclination angle of 15°, and the drip amount is 10mm/min for 10 minutes.

3. IPX2: Rainproof. The equipment is tilted at 15° and subjected to rainwater in the direction of the tilt, there will be no harmful effects in the housing. The test method is similar to IPX1, and the drip amount is 30mm/min for 4 hours.

4、IPX3: Anti-Spray Rain. Equipment in any direction by 60 ° range of spray rain, there will be no harmful effects within the shell. The test method is to set up a nozzle on one side of the device, spraying at a flow rate of 10L/min, with a spraying distance of 3 meters for 5 minutes.

5. IPX4: Splash water protection. Equipment in any direction by the splash water, there will be no harmful effects in the shell. The test method is similar to IPX3, but the spray distance is 2.5 meters.

6, IPX5: waterproof spray. The device is subjected to a strong jet of water in any direction, there will be no harmful effects inside the shell. The test method is to set up a nozzle on one side of the device to spray at a flow rate of 12.5L/min, with a spray distance of 3 meters for 3 minutes.

7、IPX6:Anti-strong water spray. Equipment in any direction by a very strong jet of water, the shell will not have a harmful effect. The test method is similar to IPX5, but the spray distance is 3 meters, lasts 3 minutes.

The above are common waterproof enclosure levels and test methods, different levels of the waterproof shell can be selected according to the actual needs. It should be noted that these test methods are only applicable to common waterproof shells, for special requirements of waterproof shells, more stringent or specific test methods may be required.


Waterproof enclosure has the following characteristics:

1, Waterproof performance: The main feature of the waterproof shell is that it can effectively prevent water from penetrating into the interior of the device and protect the device from water. Can be used underwater or in the rain to ensure the normal operation of the equipment.

2, Durability: A waterproof shell is usually made of durable materials, such as high-strength plastics, metal, etc., can withstand external impact and friction, to protect the equipment from damage.

3, precise fit: The waterproof case will be designed according to the size and shape of the device to ensure that the device is completely wrapped, and accurately adapted to the device's buttons, interfaces and other parts of the device, does not affect the normal operation of the device and the use of functionality.

4, Easy to carry: Waterproof case is usually designed for lightweight, compact shape, easy to carry and use. Some waterproof cases are also equipped with buckles, lanyards and other devices to facilitate the user to hang on the body or fix on other items.

5, Multi-functional design: Some waterproof case also has other features, such as shockproof, dustproof, cold, etc., which can provide comprehensive protection in harsh environments.

6, transparent design: a waterproof case is usually made of transparent shell material, which can maintain the normal use of the device's display, camera, and other parts of the device, without affecting the use of experience.

It should be noted that different brands and models of waterproof cases may have different features and functions, Users should carefully understand the product description and instructions before purchasing, choosing the waterproof case suitable for their own equipment and needs.
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