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HC-ALU profile housings

HC-ALU profile housings for mobile applications

Robust aluminum housings from the HC-ALU series protect electronics from splash water as well as thermal and mechanical influences in harsh field conditions. The profile housings are suitable for temperatures ranging from -40°C to +70°C and provide IP65 splash water protection in accordance with DIN EN 60529. They also reliably withstand challenging conditions, thanks to the robust, split aluminum profile for lightweight modules.

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Your advantages

  • Reliable for lightweight assemblies even under demanding conditions thanks to aluminum profiles
  • Flexible device design with several guide slots for PCBs
  • Protection against electromagnetic interference and heat with all-around metal braided shield
  • Versatile use with the integration of displays or custom membrane keypads as well as a front plate
  • Wall mounting for stationary applications possible
Field housings and DIN rail housings

Configurator for electronics housings

Create your electronics housing for the field or indoor application: Select the desired housing series, the corresponding lower part, and the cover. Add the appropriate connection technology and the process is complete.

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Connectors and electronics housings

New products for device connection technology Reliable connection in the device

As a leading manufacturer of connectors and electronics housings, Phoenix Contact is always working to find new solutions for the growing requirements placed on your industrial and infrastructure applications.

Discover our new device connection technology for the transmission of signals, data, and power as well as our versatile electronics housings.

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The profile housing of the HC-ALU series at a glance Robust aluminum housings from the HC-ALU series protect electronics against dust, splash water, and thermal and mechanical influences in harsh field conditions.

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Protection against dust and splash water
With the high IP65 degree of protection, the electronics housing safely protects your sensitive electronics against dust and splash water.
Protection against dust and splash water
Aluminum extruded profile
The extruded profile made of aluminum features high stability as well as heat resistance.
Aluminum extruded profile
Recessed front for flush integration of membrane keypads
Integrate individual touch solutions such as membrane keypads seamlessly into the housing front.
Recessed front for flush integration of membrane keypads

The HC-ALU housing: The outdoor professional in IP65

Profile of the HC-ALU profile housing made of anodized aluminum
Ergonomic design of HC-ALU series electronics enclosures
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HC-ALU extruded profile housing in operation in wet conditions
Wall mounting for the HC-ALU housing
Profile of the HC-ALU profile housing made of anodized aluminum

The basic profile and cover profile of the HC-ALU series are made of an anodized aluminum extruded profile. This provides maximum mechanical strength and excellent shielding properties against disruptive radiation. In addition, the housing is particularly heat-resistant and features splash water protection in IP65. The possible temperature range stretches from -40 to +70°C. The screw channels for the side covers are located in cavities so that the screws do not encroach on the installation space.

Ergonomic design of HC-ALU series electronics enclosures

Profile housings of the HC-ALU series feature an ergonomic design. Their flat surfaces also offer space for printing. The slots in the sides and in the profile cover enable the form-fit integration of membrane keypads, for example. Splash-proof connection technology or membrane keypads are available as an option.

HC-ALU housing

Displays and membrane keypads can be integrated easily into the HC-ALU housing, opening up numerous application options in the field.

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HC-ALU extruded profile housing in operation in wet conditions

Design your housing to fit your application. In addition to our catalog products, we also offer custom services such as special profile lengths, mechanical processing, and printing.

Wall mounting for the HC-ALU housing

For increased use of the HC-ALU housing, you can use time-saving and flexible wall mountings for stationary applications, for example on the wall or on the machine.

Video: Easy assembly of the HC-ALU series electronics housing
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Easy assembly of the HC-ALU series electronics housing

The HC-ALU housing system can be used universally. You can tailor the housing to your individual application. Learn how to assemble the HC-ALU profile housing.

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Overview of the electronics housings portfolio
Discover housings for the DIN rail and outdoor use and learn how flexibly you can adapt electronics housings to your individual needs.
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DIN rail housings and field housings
Electronics housings of the ME MAX series

Technical principles of electronics housings Solutions for DIN rail applications

Electronics housings are an elementary part of a device. They determine its appearance and protect the electronics from external influences. In addition, they enable assembly in superordinate units. Device manufacturers must therefore pay attention to many details, and not only in the design, but also in the choice of housing when it comes to materials and quality testing. This brochure provides you with all the details.

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Further information

Electronics housings with display on a silver tray
Electronics housings with displays and keypads
Available to you: ICS, ME-IO, and UCS series electronics housings are now also available with integrated touch displays or displays with membrane keypads as well as a service package.
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Customer-specific electronics housings
Our housing and connection technology range offers many options for designing state-of-the-art devices – from printing and processing to completely new product developments.
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Customized new products
Do you want to completely redevelop device connections or electronic housings? Design the innovation of tomorrow with Phoenix Contact. We will support you throughout the product lifecycle, from the initial idea right through to realization.
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Quality tests for connectors and electronics housings
Our products are subjected to intensive quality tests in our technology laboratories, from development to series production – including fully automated inspections during production.
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