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='''Enclosures'''= | ='''Enclosures'''= | ||
It is common to mount the various circuit boards and controllers in plastic enclosures to protect them from exposure to the environment and things like rain, snow and insects. While most of the enclosures folks use are not truly "Waterproof" they are "Weatherproof". The following enclosures manage to keep the boards reasonably well protected. While some people go to [[Enclosures#Threads|various lengths]] to cover the enclosures by plastic bags or use rope caulk to make a better seal on the covers, most folks do not. These enclosures are originally designed for use in the telecommunications and the cable tv industry for mounting various equipment outside. The enclosures all have various height standoffs on the inside back wall to attach circuit boards to. The enclosures all have snap lock closures to keep the enclosures closed. Some of the enclosures also have recessed screw lock to make the enclosures more tamper proof. It is also possible to further secure the enclosures using plastic wire ties thru the slots on the doors. <br/> | |||
There also many other [[Enclosures#Alternate_Enclosures|alternative ways]] to mount your circuit boards in other types of enclosures.<br/> | |||
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=Disclaimers= | =Disclaimers= | ||
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]]<br/> | The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]]<br/> | ||
= | =Popular Enclosures= | ||
==TA-200== | Exterior Dimensions | ||
[[File:TA-200.png| 100px]][[File:TA-200-inside.png| 100px]]<br/> | <table border="1"> | ||
Common usage:<br/> | <tr><td>Enclosure</td><td>Height</td><td>Width</td><td>Depth</td></tr> | ||
<tr><td>TA-200</td><td>3.13” (7.95cm)</td><td>3.63” (9.22cm)</td><td>2.5” (6.35cm) </td></tr> | |||
<tr><td>CG-500</td><td>6.5" (16.5cm)</td><td>8.0" (20.3cm)</td><td>2.75" (7.0cm)</td></tr> | |||
<tr><td>CG-1000</td><td>9.00" (22.80cm)</td><td>9.00" (22.80cm)</td><td>3.00" (7.60cm)</td></tr> | |||
<tr><td>CG-1500</td><td>12.25" (31.10cm)</td><td>12" (30.50cm)</td><td>5.25" (13.30cm)</td></tr> | |||
<tr><td>CG-2000</td><td>13.0" (33.00cm)</td><td>9.0" (22.80cm)</td><td>3.0" (7.60cm)</td></tr> | |||
</table> | |||
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==TA-200 (Terminal Access TA-200 Terminal Enclosure)== | |||
[[File:TA-200.png| 100px|TA-200]][[File:TA-200-inside.png| 100px|TA-200]][[File:TA-200.jpg| 100px|TA-200 Ukewarrior]] [[File:SSRezEnclosure.JPG|110px|SSRez g2ktcf]] [[File:Ssrneon_001.jpg| 200px|SSRNeon Ukewarrior]] [[File:DCSSR2-4-Final.jpg| 150px|DCSSR dlovely]] [[File:DC_SSR1.JPG| 200px|DCSSR thurrle]] [[File:PX1-TA200.JPG| 200px |Renard PX1 Wayne j]]<br/> | |||
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Common usage:[[SSRez | SSRez ACSSR]], [[SSRneon | SSRNeon ACSSR]], [[DCSSR_Version_2.4 | DCSSR Version 2.4]], [[Renard PX1 Pixel Controller]], [[Pixel DCSSR]]<br/> | |||
External Dimensions (HxWxD): 3.13” x 3.63” x 2.5” (7.95cm x 9.22cm x 6.35cm)<br/> | External Dimensions (HxWxD): 3.13” x 3.63” x 2.5” (7.95cm x 9.22cm x 6.35cm)<br/> | ||
Internal Dimensions:<br/> | Internal Dimensions:<br/> | ||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/4/49/TA-200-Terminal-Enclosure.pdf Datasheet]<br/> | [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/4/49/TA-200-Terminal-Enclosure.pdf Datasheet]<br/> | ||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/c/c1/TA-200-Base-Drawing_1249137425.pdf Internal Drawing]<br/> | [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/c/c1/TA-200-Base-Drawing_1249137425.pdf Internal Drawing]<br/> | ||
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==CG-500== | ==CG-500 (CableGuard 500 Coax Demarcation Enclosure)== | ||
[[File:CG-500.png| 300px]][[File:CG-500-inside.png| 450px]]<br/> | [[File:CG-500.png| 300px|CG-500]][[File:CG-500-inside.png| 450px|CG-500]] [[File:IMG 2450.JPG| 300px|Simple Renard 32 Combo OregonLights]] [[File:E131 DMX bridge.png| 350px| RPM's E1.31 to DMX Bridge nuelemma]]<br/> | ||
Common usage:<br/> | <br/> | ||
Common usage:[[Simple_Renard_32_Combo | Simple Renard 32 Combo]], [[Simple_Renard_RGB%2BW | Simple Renard 32 RGB+W DC Controller]], [http://shop.martinxmas.com/product.php?id_product=48 RPM E1.31 To DMX Bridge] <br/> | |||
External Dimensions (HxWxD): 6.5" x 8.0" x 2.75" (16.5cm x 20.3cm x 7.0cm)<br/> | External Dimensions (HxWxD): 6.5" x 8.0" x 2.75" (16.5cm x 20.3cm x 7.0cm)<br/> | ||
Internal Dimensions:<br/> | Internal Dimensions:<br/> | ||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/a/a9/CG-500-Coax-Demarcation-Enclosure.pdf Datasheet]<br/> | [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/a/a9/CG-500-Coax-Demarcation-Enclosure.pdf Datasheet]<br/> | ||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/e/ed/CG-500-Base-Options_1331643504.pdf Internal Drawing]<br/> | [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/e/ed/CG-500-Base-Options_1331643504.pdf Internal Drawing]<br/> | ||
==CG-1000== | <br/> | ||
[[File:CG-1000.png| 300px]] [[File:CG-1000-inside.png| 300px]]<br/> | <br/> | ||
Common usage:<br/> | |||
==CG-1000 (CableGuard 1000 Coax Demarcation Enclosure== | |||
[[File:CG-1000.png| 300px|CG-1000]] [[File:CG-1000-inside.png| 300px|CG-1000]] [[File:SS8 enclosure.JPG| 240px|SS8 WayneJ]] [[File:SS16 hs.JPG| 300px| SS16 waynej]] [[File:SS16 enclosure.JPG| 250px|SS16 WayneJ]] [[File:JRDRen24.jpg| 300px|REN24HC jrd]] [[File:0902sm.jpg| 300px|REN48LSD jklingert]] [[File:839 4889 scaled.JPG| 300px|REN64 g2ktcf]] [[File:0904sm.jpg| 250px| RPM E1.31 DMX Bridge jklingert]] [[File:2012-04-17 19.49.46.jpg| 300px|E681 + Power Supply tjetzer]]<br/> | |||
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Common usage:[[The_Renard_SS8_Controller_Board | Renard SS8 AC Controller]], [[The_Renard_SS16_Controller_Board | Renard SS16 AC Controller]], [[24_Channel_Renard_with_SSR_Assembly_Instructions | Ren24HC AC Controller]], [[Ren48LSDv3c | Renard 48LSD DC Controller]], [[Renard_64XC | Ren64 Controller]], [[Helix#Helix_Daughter_Board|Helix Daughter Board]] <br/> | |||
External Dimensions (HxWxD): 9.00" x 9.00" x 3.00" (22.80cm x 22.80cm x 7.60cm)<br/> | External Dimensions (HxWxD): 9.00" x 9.00" x 3.00" (22.80cm x 22.80cm x 7.60cm)<br/> | ||
Internal Dimensions:<br/> | Internal Dimensions:<br/> | ||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/e/e1/CG-1000-Coax-Demarcation-Enclosure.pdf Datasheet]<br/> | [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/e/e1/CG-1000-Coax-Demarcation-Enclosure.pdf Datasheet]<br/> | ||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/4/4c/CG-1000-Base-Drawing_124913742_1331643504.pdf Internal Drawing]<br/> | [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/4/4c/CG-1000-Base-Drawing_124913742_1331643504.pdf Internal Drawing]<br/> | ||
==CG-1500== | <br/> | ||
[[File:CG-1500.png| 300px]][[File:CG-1500-inside.png| 300px]]<br/> | <br/> | ||
Common usage:<br/> | |||
==CG-1500 (CableGuard 1500 Coax Demarcation Enclosure)== | |||
[[File:CG-1500.png| 300px|CG-1500]][[File:CG-1500-inside.png| 300px|CG-1500]] [[File:2009 IMG 5-4.jpg| 300px|REN48LSD + Power Supply Mangrove]] [[File:028.jpg| 300px|REN48LSD + Power Supply OregonLights]] [[File:0903sm.jpg| 250px|PC Power Supply (old CG-1500 hole pattern) jklingert]] [[File:GC1500 Ren48LSD 12V PS 4BoB v2 (5).jpg| 300px| Ren48LSD + Power Supply + Breakout Boards rfallatt]] [[File:GC1500 Ren48LSD 12V PS 4BoB v2.jpg| 300px| Ren48LSD + Power Supply + Breakout Boards rfallatt]]<br/> | |||
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Common usage: Similar to CG-1000, but box is larger. [http://sandevices.com/ E680, E681, E682 Pixel Controllers], [http://www.holidaycoro.com/category-s/1960.htm/ AlphaPix Pixel Controllers], Various Power Supplies, [[Helix#Helix_Main_Board| Helix Main Board]], [[Helix#Helix_32ch_SSR_Daughter_Board|Helix 32ch SSR Daughter Board]]<br/> | |||
External Dimensions (HxWxD): 12.25" x 12" x 5.25" (31.10cm x 30.50cm x 13.30cm) <br/> | External Dimensions (HxWxD): 12.25" x 12" x 5.25" (31.10cm x 30.50cm x 13.30cm) <br/> | ||
Internal Dimensions:<br/> | Internal Dimensions:<br/> | ||
[http://www.holidaycoro.com/Enclosure-Mounting-Adapters-and-Housings-s/1953.htm Adapter Plates for common controllers (AlphaPix, E682, LOR) and power supplies (350w)]<br/> | |||
Note: In 2011 the mounting hole pattern in the CG-1500 changed to a new layout. The drawing below is the new hole pattern.<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/3/3b/CG-1500-Coax-Demarcation-Enclosure.pdf Datasheet]<br/> | [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/3/3b/CG-1500-Coax-Demarcation-Enclosure.pdf Datasheet]<br/> | ||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/4/4a/CG-1500-Base-Drawing-New-2011_1331643504.pdf Internal Drawing]<br/> | [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/4/4a/CG-1500-Base-Drawing-New-2011_1331643504.pdf Internal Drawing]<br/> | ||
==CG-2000== | <br/> | ||
[[File:CG-2000.png| 200px]] [[File:CG-2000-inside.png| 300px]]<br/> | <br/> | ||
Common usage:<br/> | |||
==CG-2000 (CableGuard 2000 Coax Demarcation Enclosure)== | |||
[[File:CG-2000.png| 200px|CG-2000]] [[File:CG-2000-inside.png| 300px|CG-2000]] [[File:Encl-open-sm.jpg| 200px|Renard SS24 rjchu]] [[File:SS24 enclosure.JPG| 180px|Renard SS24 waynej]] [[File:IMG 4333.jpg|200px|Ren64 JEEPGUY]]<br/> | |||
Common usage: [[The_Renard_SS24_Controller_Board | Renard SS 24]]<br/> | |||
External Dimensions (HxWxD): 13.0" x 9.0" x 3.0" (33.00cm x 22.80cm x 7.60cm)<br/> | External Dimensions (HxWxD): 13.0" x 9.0" x 3.0" (33.00cm x 22.80cm x 7.60cm)<br/> | ||
Internal Dimensions:<br/> | Internal Dimensions:<br/> | ||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/d/dd/CG-2000-Coax-Demarcation-Enclosure.pdf Datasheet]<br/> | [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/d/dd/CG-2000-Coax-Demarcation-Enclosure.pdf Datasheet]<br/> | ||
Internal Drawing<br/> | Internal Drawing<br/> | ||
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=Mounting Options= | =Mounting Options= | ||
[[File:Stand img 0960.jpg| 300px|BillinSoFl]] [[File:Stand IMG 0162.jpg| 300px|somtng4u2c]] [[File:2009 IMG 5-2.jpg|500px|Mangrove]] [[File:Enclosure.jpg|300px|bcstuff]]<br/> | |||
==Mounting Threads== | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?20774-Mounting-enclosures Mounting Enclosures Thread]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?17810-A-stand-mount-for-enclosures Mounting Options Thread]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?12263-Mounting-CG-1000-CG-2000 More Mounting Options]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?29469-How-Do-you-Mount-CG-Enclosures Even More Mounting Options]<br/> | |||
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=Vendors= | =Vendors= | ||
[http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=16 DIY LED Express]<br/> | The following vendors stock the enclosures listed above. They are also active participants of the DIYC community and can frequently be found in the [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/addonchat.php Chat Room] on the DIYC site. | ||
[http:// | <br/><br/> | ||
You can find all of these on Amazon.com [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EKKDRTM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=holid0e8-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00EKKDRTM&linkId=08156c6aa87a3796a9f63209ce15f58e CG-1500] [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EJWSKUM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=holid0e8-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00EJWSKUM&linkId=70e3c09ee3e66aa312c5d0e1b956ef7e CG-1000] [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EJWZVDQ/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=holid0e8-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00EJWZVDQ&linkId=62a69b87a0597ef44d2ac03bafd56e27 CG-1000XL] [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EKKJY6C/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=holid0e8-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00EKKJY6C&linkId=d31f8cfc30c283e12fdbce9c97c824ce CG-500] [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EKKBM5I/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=holid0e8-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00EKKBM5I&linkId=fd71f6e37decb42f5aa4642eec76cbfa CG-2000]<br/> | |||
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[http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=16 DIY LED Express] is run by user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?2860-tjetzer tjetzer (Todd)]<br/> | |||
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[http://www.radiant-holidays.com Radiant Holidays](formerly WLC Ventures) is run by user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?1606-g2ktcf g2ktcf (Chris)]<br/> | |||
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[http://www.holidaycoro.com/CableGuard-CG-1500-Mounting-Case-p/637.htm CG-1500 Enclosures] and a large variety [http://www.holidaycoro.com/category-s/1953.htm Adapter Kits, including all mounting hardware for industry standard AlphaPix, Falcon V2/V3, San Devices E682, PixLite, LOR Controllers and Generic Uses] | [http://www.holidaycoro.com/ HolidayCoro] is run by user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?1606-dmoore dmoore (David)]<br/><br> | |||
[http://www.holidaycoro.com/HC-2500-Enclosure-Mounting-Adapters-and-Housings-s/2016.htm HC-2500 Enclosure] - A customized larger version of the CG-1500 with the same mounting pattern as the CG-1500, a second set of bosses on the door, an extra hinge and is 140% stronger material. Available with closed (drill out) or pre-drilled holes in a removable mounting plate.<br/> | |||
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Another vendor that is not a DIYC member is DF Countryman. Call 612-724-4400 to order from Sales Manager Duke McNaughton | |||
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=Other Information= | =Other Information= | ||
*Many of the boards and controllers are designed to mount in specific enclosure and have their holes partially or completely align with the built in standoff in the enclosures. | |||
*It is also necessary or desirable to sometimes mount the board in different positions where the holes in the pcb does not align with the standoffs in the enclosure. It is common to use Nylon standoffs or small sections of plastic tubing to keep the boards away from the back of the enclosure. Frequently these standoffs are attached to the enclosure using adhesives like E6000, Epoxy or hot glue. Scuffing the smooth plastic enclosure before applying the adhesive will assist their holding power. | |||
* Another common method to mount boards and controllers in an enclosure is to actually mount the pcb to a plastic or MDF board that is then attached to the enclosure. Low cost plastic cutting boards from a dollar store or a piece of lexan from a big box hardware store are also commonly used. | |||
*It is also common to drill right thru the back of the enclosure to have screws provide standoffs. A small gasket or a dab of glue can also seal the holes from the weather.<br/> | |||
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=FAQ= | =FAQ= | ||
TBD<br/> | TBD<br/> | ||
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=Alternate Enclosures= | =Alternate Enclosures= | ||
[[Alternate_Enclosures]]<br/> | [[Alternate_Enclosures | Alternate Enclosure Wiki]]<br/> | ||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?17000-SS24-Enclosure-Using-5-quot-x5-quot-Vinyl-Fence-Post&highlight=enclosures SS24 in 5" Fence Post]<br/> | |||
[http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/21-11145 Dripbox 330 Outdoor Waterproof/Weatherproof Box- Black]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?19095-Orbit-Outdoor-Timer-Box-for-1-88 Orbit Outdoor Timer Box]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?18137-Cheap-Quick-Board-Enclosure&p=183781#post183781 Plastic Food Containers]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?16802-Trouble-finding-enclosure-RenSS24&p=171370#post171370 Ammo Can]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?15825-New-enclosure-idea&p=160224#post160224 PVC Pipe]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?20580-Post-Enclosure-Pics-Thread&p=208973#post208973 Mission Control!]<br/> | |||
[http://www.walmart.com/ip/Snap-Top-Everstart-Marine-Battery-Box/16781379 Walmart $8 Marine Battery Box]<br/> | |||
[http://www.harborfreight.com/tool-storage/all-other-storage/ammo-box-61451.html Harbor Freight $7 Plastic Ammo Box]<br/> | |||
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=Threads= | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?20580-Post-Enclosure-Pics-Thread Photos of Boards Mounted in enclosures]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?21259-To-paint-or-not-to-paint-enclosures&highlight=enclosures Painting Enclosures]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?18937-Ren48LSD-in-CG-1500-Enclosure-with-ATX-Power-Supply-and-RenW&p=190577#post190577 Adding Vents]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?12663-Bags-over-enclosures Bags over enclosures to keep dry]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?18229-TA-200-leaking-water Sealing to prevent Leakage]<br/> | |||
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?16433-Keptel-Enclosure-Gasket&p=166755#post166755 Rope Caulk]<br/> | |||
[http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/index.php?title=Ren-W_Controller_Heater Heater in an Enclosure for cold weather]<br/> | |||
[http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/index.php?title=Ren-W_BOM_and_Construction#Mounting_a_Ren-W_and_SS24_Controller_in_a_CG2000_Enclosure Mounting a REN-W in a CG-2000 Enclosure]<br/> | |||
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Latest revision as of 06:16, 14 July 2018
Enclosures
It is common to mount the various circuit boards and controllers in plastic enclosures to protect them from exposure to the environment and things like rain, snow and insects. While most of the enclosures folks use are not truly "Waterproof" they are "Weatherproof". The following enclosures manage to keep the boards reasonably well protected. While some people go to various lengths to cover the enclosures by plastic bags or use rope caulk to make a better seal on the covers, most folks do not. These enclosures are originally designed for use in the telecommunications and the cable tv industry for mounting various equipment outside. The enclosures all have various height standoffs on the inside back wall to attach circuit boards to. The enclosures all have snap lock closures to keep the enclosures closed. Some of the enclosures also have recessed screw lock to make the enclosures more tamper proof. It is also possible to further secure the enclosures using plastic wire ties thru the slots on the doors.
There also many other alternative ways to mount your circuit boards in other types of enclosures.
Disclaimers
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed here.
Popular Enclosures
Exterior Dimensions
| Enclosure | Height | Width | Depth |
| TA-200 | 3.13” (7.95cm) | 3.63” (9.22cm) | 2.5” (6.35cm) |
| CG-500 | 6.5" (16.5cm) | 8.0" (20.3cm) | 2.75" (7.0cm) |
| CG-1000 | 9.00" (22.80cm) | 9.00" (22.80cm) | 3.00" (7.60cm) |
| CG-1500 | 12.25" (31.10cm) | 12" (30.50cm) | 5.25" (13.30cm) |
| CG-2000 | 13.0" (33.00cm) | 9.0" (22.80cm) | 3.0" (7.60cm) |
TA-200 (Terminal Access TA-200 Terminal Enclosure)
Common usage: SSRez ACSSR, SSRNeon ACSSR, DCSSR Version 2.4, Renard PX1 Pixel Controller, Pixel DCSSR
External Dimensions (HxWxD): 3.13” x 3.63” x 2.5” (7.95cm x 9.22cm x 6.35cm)
Internal Dimensions:
Datasheet
Internal Drawing
CG-500 (CableGuard 500 Coax Demarcation Enclosure)
Common usage: Simple Renard 32 Combo, Simple Renard 32 RGB+W DC Controller, RPM E1.31 To DMX Bridge
External Dimensions (HxWxD): 6.5" x 8.0" x 2.75" (16.5cm x 20.3cm x 7.0cm)
Internal Dimensions:
Datasheet
Internal Drawing
CG-1000 (CableGuard 1000 Coax Demarcation Enclosure
Common usage: Renard SS8 AC Controller, Renard SS16 AC Controller, Ren24HC AC Controller, Renard 48LSD DC Controller, Ren64 Controller, Helix Daughter Board
External Dimensions (HxWxD): 9.00" x 9.00" x 3.00" (22.80cm x 22.80cm x 7.60cm)
Internal Dimensions:
Datasheet
Internal Drawing
CG-1500 (CableGuard 1500 Coax Demarcation Enclosure)
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Common usage: Similar to CG-1000, but box is larger. E680, E681, E682 Pixel Controllers, AlphaPix Pixel Controllers, Various Power Supplies, Helix Main Board, Helix 32ch SSR Daughter Board
External Dimensions (HxWxD): 12.25" x 12" x 5.25" (31.10cm x 30.50cm x 13.30cm)
Internal Dimensions:
Adapter Plates for common controllers (AlphaPix, E682, LOR) and power supplies (350w)
Note: In 2011 the mounting hole pattern in the CG-1500 changed to a new layout. The drawing below is the new hole pattern.
Datasheet
Internal Drawing
CG-2000 (CableGuard 2000 Coax Demarcation Enclosure)
Common usage: Renard SS 24
External Dimensions (HxWxD): 13.0" x 9.0" x 3.0" (33.00cm x 22.80cm x 7.60cm)
Internal Dimensions:
Datasheet
Internal Drawing
Mounting Options
Mounting Threads
Mounting Enclosures Thread
Mounting Options Thread
More Mounting Options
Even More Mounting Options
Vendors
The following vendors stock the enclosures listed above. They are also active participants of the DIYC community and can frequently be found in the Chat Room on the DIYC site.
You can find all of these on Amazon.com CG-1500 CG-1000 CG-1000XL CG-500 CG-2000
DIY LED Express is run by user tjetzer (Todd)
Radiant Holidays(formerly WLC Ventures) is run by user g2ktcf (Chris)
CG-1500 Enclosures and a large variety Adapter Kits, including all mounting hardware for industry standard AlphaPix, Falcon V2/V3, San Devices E682, PixLite, LOR Controllers and Generic Uses | HolidayCoro is run by user dmoore (David)
HC-2500 Enclosure - A customized larger version of the CG-1500 with the same mounting pattern as the CG-1500, a second set of bosses on the door, an extra hinge and is 140% stronger material. Available with closed (drill out) or pre-drilled holes in a removable mounting plate.
Another vendor that is not a DIYC member is DF Countryman. Call 612-724-4400 to order from Sales Manager Duke McNaughton
Other Information
- Many of the boards and controllers are designed to mount in specific enclosure and have their holes partially or completely align with the built in standoff in the enclosures.
- It is also necessary or desirable to sometimes mount the board in different positions where the holes in the pcb does not align with the standoffs in the enclosure. It is common to use Nylon standoffs or small sections of plastic tubing to keep the boards away from the back of the enclosure. Frequently these standoffs are attached to the enclosure using adhesives like E6000, Epoxy or hot glue. Scuffing the smooth plastic enclosure before applying the adhesive will assist their holding power.
- Another common method to mount boards and controllers in an enclosure is to actually mount the pcb to a plastic or MDF board that is then attached to the enclosure. Low cost plastic cutting boards from a dollar store or a piece of lexan from a big box hardware store are also commonly used.
- It is also common to drill right thru the back of the enclosure to have screws provide standoffs. A small gasket or a dab of glue can also seal the holes from the weather.
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