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<p>General purpose enclosures are non-specific storage devices that have been created and designed to house and protect a large range of equipment, in most cases this equipment is electronics. As the name suggests, these general purpose enclosures are fit for general purpose. The enclosures can sometimes be referred to as a "Multi-Purpose Enclosure", this is due to them being used for a different number of functions and multiple purposes.</p><h2>Different types of General Purpose Enclosures</h2><p>The type of enclosure that you chose is entirely dependent on the application that you are using it for. Our range of general purpose enclosures feature a variety of different materials, such as aluminium, plastic and fibreglass with some of these being reinforced, flame resistant and corrosion free. Our aluminium enclosures are available in a variety of types such as aluminium alloy and die-cast aluminium. We also have a range of different:</p><ul><li>Gasket materials</li><li>Dimensions and sizes</li><li>Different IP ratings, such as IP65, IP54 and IP66. To find out more about IP ratings, please read our detailed IP Rating Guide</li><li>Variety of colours</li><li>Flanged options for mounting purposes</li><li>Some of the enclosures feature ventilation, display windows and chassis plates</li></ul><h3>Typical applications of General Purpose Enclosures?</h3><p>An enclosure can be adapted and used for a whole host of different uses and general purposes, but their main purpose is to provide protection for electronics or other items held within the enclosure. Due to the nature of some of the enclosures and the adaptability, they can be mounted onto walls with security accessories added - making them the perfect solution to use in an environment needing an added layer of security.</p>

General purpose enclosures are non-specific storage devices designed to house and protect a range of equipment, usually electronics.

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<p>ABS is a mix of three types of plastic Acrylonitrile, Butadiene and Styrene. ABS enclosures are impact resistant and very durable making them easy to be machined. These enclosures come in a variety of styles, colour and sizes. ABS is an excellent choice for indoor applications including desktop electronics.</p><p><strong>&nbsp;Features and Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Durable</li><li>Lightweight</li><li>Affordable</li><li>Highly impact resistant</li><li>Easy to install</li></ul>

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<p>Aluminium Enclosures are tough and very durable, have low electrical conductivity and offer good resistance to magnetic force which will help to shield against Electromagnetic Frequency (EMF) and Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). Aluminium can withstand high temperatures and natural corrosion, so ideal for tough environments.</p><p><strong>Benefits of Aluminium Enclosures</strong></p><ul><li>High impact resistance</li><li>Wide temperature Range</li><li>Rigid strong construction</li><li>Lightweight compared to steel</li></ul>

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<p>IP55 rated enclosures means that they are protected against dust that may be harmful to the normal operation of the product, though not fully dust tight. They are protected against solid objects and water jets projected from a nozzle (6.3mm) from any direction.</p><p>For more information on IP Ratings please see our detailed <a href="  /web/generalDisplay.html?id=ideas-and-advice/ip-ratings">guide</a></p>

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<p>An IP65 Enclosure will give protection against low-pressure water jets from any direction, as well as condensation and water spray. It&rsquo;s suitable for most outdoor enclosures that won&rsquo;t encounter extreme weather such as flooding.</p><h3><strong>(</strong><strong>IP) Ingress Protection and what it means</strong></h3><p>IP rating classifies the degrees of protection provided against the intrusion of solid objects (including body parts like hands and fingers), dust, accidental contact, and water in electrical enclosures.</p><p>For more information please see our <a href="/web/generalDisplay.html?id=ideas-and-advice/ip-ratings">IP Rating Guide</a></p><h3>Can the IP65 enclosure be used outside?</h3><p>Being IP65 rated these enclosures are fully waterproof/weatherproof.</p>

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<p>We stock IP68-rated general purpose enclosures for the safe and secure housing of components, equipment, systems and electrical circuitry. Our straightforward, durable and user-friendly enclosures and wall boxes are simply designed to offer maximum flexibility for a wide range of storage and protection tasks.</p><h2>What does IP68 mean in terms of general purpose enclosures?</h2><ul><li>IP ratings refer to ‘Ingress Protection' grades, meaning the level of resistance an enclosure offers against unwanted intrusion from moisture, dust and dirt</li><li>IP ratings are usually expressed as two digits, as in ‘IP68', for example, where:</li><li>the first number (0-6) indicates the level of protection against particle and object ingress (including accidental contact from the user)</li><li>The second number (0-9) indicates the level of protection against moisture ingress under varying levels of pressure and exposure times</li><li>For a full breakdown of all the most common classifications and what they mean, see our <a href="/web/generalDisplay.html?id=ideas-and-advice/ip-ratings"> Comprehensive Guide to IP Ratings</a></li></ul><h2>What are IP68 enclosures most often used for?</h2><p>IP68 is a frequently requested IP rating for general purpose enclosures, ideal for both indoor and outdoor housing of electrical components or circuits, and especially as <a href="/web/c/fuses-sockets-circuit-breakers/electrical-installation-accessories/junction-boxes/">junction boxes</a> as they offer full protection from dust and other particles with a vacuum seal.</p><p>Where added safety and security is required, many of our IP68 enclosures can also be fitted with a range of locking accessories such as <a href="/web/c/safety-security-esd-control-clean-room/keys-safes-locks-lockouts/padlocks/">padlocks</a> or numerical <a href="/web/c/safety-security-esd-control-clean-room/security-alarms-detectors-accessories/keypad-locks">keypad locks</a>.</p>

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<p>Plastic Enclosures are designed to protect and house sensitive electrical components in lots of applications, these enclosures will also shield from electromagnetic and radio frequency interference. Plastic enclosures come in many different colours and sizes and many will feature IP Ratings</p><h2><strong>&nbsp;Applications</strong></h2><ul><li>Circuit Breakers</li><li>Contractors</li><li>Control panels</li><li>Switches</li><li>Remote sensors</li><li>Desktop and Handheld devices</li><li>Industrial control boxes</li></ul>

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