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Sheet Metal Enclosures Have A Wide Range Of Applications

A sheet metal enclosure is a metal enclosure used to mount and protect various devices and components. They are usually machined from sheet metal and have the following broad application areas:

1. Electronic and communication equipment: sheet metal chassis are widely used in electronic and communication equipment, such as computers, servers, network equipment, telecommunications equipment, etc. They provide protection and heat dissipation for the electronic components inside, and provide space for proper mounting and organization.

2. Industrial equipment and automation systems: In the industrial field, sheet metal chassis are used to install and protect various industrial equipment and automation systems, such as PLC controllers, frequency converters, motor drivers, etc. They can provide protection against dust, water and shocks.

3. Medical equipment: The medical industry uses sheet metal chassis to protect various medical equipment, such as medical instruments, medical equipment, imaging equipment, etc. The design and manufacture of the chassis need to meet the relevant specifications and requirements of the medical industry.

4. Automobiles and vehicles: sheet metal enclosures play an important role in automobiles and vehicles. They are used to install and protect vehicle electronics, controllers, charging stations, etc., and provide the necessary protection and mechanical support.

5. Military and national defense applications: In the military and national defense fields, sheet metal enclosures are used to install and protect various military equipment and communication equipment. Chassis need to have features such as impact resistance, protection and confidentiality.

In addition to the applications mentioned above, sheet metal enclosures are used in aerospace, energy, construction, billboards, and more. They provide physical protection for internal equipment while being aesthetically pleasing, durable and functional. The design and fabrication of sheet metal enclosures needs to consider factors such as material selection, structural design, surface treatment, and installation requirements to meet the needs of specific applications.

The General Process Flow Of Molded Metal Chassis

The approximate process flow for molded metal enclosures usually includes the following steps:

1. Design and make drawings: According to the functional requirements and size requirements of the case, the designer will make detailed drawings of the case, including dimensions, hole positions, bending lines, etc.

2. Material preparation: According to the drawing requirements, prepare metal materials, usually sheet metal materials, such as cold-rolled steel plate (SPCC), stainless steel, etc.

3. Material cutting: use cutting tools, such as shearing machine, laser cutting machine, etc., to cut the sheet metal material according to the drawings to obtain the required part size.

4. Bending and forming: Place the cut sheet metal parts on the bending machine, and perform bending and forming according to the bending line on the drawing, so that the parts can obtain the required shape and angle.

5. Punching and forming: Use a punching machine or punching machine to perform punching operations on sheet metal parts according to the hole requirements on the drawing. At the same time, perform other forming operations as needed, such as concave-convex molding, stretching, etc.

6. Welding and connection: Assemble and connect various parts, using methods such as welding, screws, rivets, etc. to ensure the structural stability and airtightness of the chassis.

7. Surface treatment: according to the requirements of the chassis, surface treatment, such as spraying, electroplating, polishing, etc., to provide beautiful appearance, corrosion resistance and wear resistance.

8. Quality inspection: Carry out quality inspection on the finished case, including dimension measurement, appearance inspection, function test, etc., to ensure that the quality and performance of the case meet the requirements.

9. Packaging and leaving the factory: Properly package the qualified chassis to protect the safety of the chassis during transportation and storage. The case is then shipped out of the factory, delivered to the customer or distributed to the appropriate place of use.

The above is the general process flow of molded metal chassis, the actual process may vary according to different manufacturing processes and requirements.