Large-volume OCS outdoor housings for autonomous systems

Large-volume OCS outdoor housings for autonomous systems

OCS series electronics housings are the ideal choice for autonomous device systems in extreme environments. The certified housings made from polycarbonate are lightweight, resistant, and permanently and reliably protect your electronics from humidity, heat, UV radiation, and mechanical strain. The large-volume plastic housings can be customized and extended with accessories. They can also be used in demanding applications.

Your advantages

  • Can be used worldwide: internationally certified housing system
  • Durable due to UV-stabilized polycarbonate for outdoor use
  • Safely installed electronics: the housings protect against jet water and other harmful substances
  • Resistant: stable even under heavy mechanical strain within a wide temperature range

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POS series PV system solution
Large-volume OCS series outdoor housings

POS series PV system solution

For energy self-sufficient systems

The Pico Off-Grid System (POS) is a PV panel-based, robust solution with multiple performance classes up to 190 Wp. The solution includes a housing, pole mount, and solar panel. Computers, communication units, batteries, and more can be added for autonomous solutions for field use.

Main features

  • Temperature range for the overall system: -40°C … +85°C
  • Five OCS housing sizes compatible with this system, wiring ready for connection
  • Solar panel: solar panels with 36 / 45 high-performance solar cells, monocrystalline cell technology
  • Pole mount: adjustable tilt angle of the PV panel

Your Advantages

  • Internationally certified housing system
  • Different housing sizes can be combined with one holder
  • Simple one-person mounting of the entire system
  • Complete system except own electronics
  • Simple supply chain

Large-volume OCS series outdoor housings

Three larger housing versions available

The OCS products are robust, large-volume outdoor housings designed for electronics that can also operate in extreme ambient conditions. With the three new housing versions, adding to the current sizes in the range, more are available with more space for the electronics.

Main features

  • Six standard sizes each with two cover versions
  • Temperature range: -40 to +80°C (short-term 120°C)
  • Approvals: UL 508A and EN 62208
  • Degrees of protection: IP66/IP68/IP69, IEC 60529 or NEMA 250, type 4X, 12, 13, 6P
  • Impact strength: Class IK10, EN 50102
  • Optional accessories for wall or mast mounting

Your Advantages

  • Internationally certified housing system
  • Special plastic enables safe continuous operation
  • Provides protection against the ingress of jet water
  • Withstands even heavy mechanical strain
  • Space for several electronic components

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OCS outdoor housings for harsh environments

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Overview of main features

Benefit from the numerous features that provide you with a high degree of freedom when planning and implementing your application:

  • Approved for various electronics systems by international approvals
  • Jet water protection with suitable PUR seal
  • Housing panel thickness of 4 mm for high impact resistance
  • Suitable for outdoor use due to UV-stabilized polycarbonate
  • Integrable adjustable panel or PCB mounting
  • Integrated mounting bolts for securing heavy components
  • Sealable and lockable closures to protect against misuse
  • Optional accessories for wall or mast mounting
POS series PV system solution

POS PV system solution

Ideally equipped for off-grid solutions For demanding outdoor applications

Use the PV panel-based POS (Pico off-grid system) to create energy-self-sufficient systems with several performance classes up to 190 Wp. With the robust housing and a mast bracket made of stainless steel, you can implement a reliable and durable solution for providing energy in remote areas and demanding environments. Areas of application include, for example, environmental data acquisition, industrial environments with high demands, and many other outdoor applications.

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Ideal for these applications

OCS housings are used in demanding applications. These include the following:

  • Monitoring systems
  • Signaling systems
  • Control engineering
  • Weather stations

At home in numerous industries

OCS series electronics housings are suitable for numerous industries. For example, these include:

  • Transportation infrastructure
  • Public monitoring
  • Water management
  • Agriculture (smart farming)

Further information

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