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Electronics Protection Magazine: The Unknown Problem with Airtight Enclosures

SEPTEMBER 2012 // Product Specialist Jason Zambotti discusses the pitfalls in using robust airtight and watertight enclosures to meet stringent IP or Electrical standards for use in rugged outdoor environments. Along with examining the reasons why pressure differentials cause airtight housings to leak, the article offers an in-depth discussion of the relative benefits and flaws of several solutions.

OSP Magazine: Under Pressure-Stress Reducing Tactic for Enclosures (1.5 MB)  OSP Magazine

September 2013 // Applications Engineer Gary Chan explains how a non-vented sealed enclosure can pass the IEC 60068-2-1 cold temperature test protocol. However, by monitoring pressure throughout testing, the sudden temperature changes cause the internal pressure to reach levels that result in compromised seals.