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− | For most computer enclosures, the U-Shape (clamshell) is the simplest to design and manufacture, and is fine to use when a component protrudes from adjacent sides. But if the enclosure is to accommodate a component that protrudes from opposite sides, such as a PCB with opposing connectors as shown below, the U Shape is not going to work.<br>
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− | [[File:L-shape or u-shape1new.png|325px]]<br><br>
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− | Because the connectors protrude through each side of the enclosure, you cannot insert the PCB in a U Shape enclosure unless you stretch at least one enclosure side, in which case the enclosure will most likely be out of position when you bend it back.<br>
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− | [[File: l-shape or u-shape2.png|325px]]<br>
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− | [[File: l-shape or u-shape3.png|325px]]<br><br>
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− | If you use the two-piece L Shape enclosure instead, you can slide the board into the enclosure from one side without any bending, as follows.<br>
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− | #Here are the top and bottom pieces of an L Shape enclosure, and a PCB with protruding connectors:
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− | #;[[File:l-shape or u-shape4new.png]]
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− | #Slide the PCB into the bottom piece:
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− | #;[[File:l-shape or u-shape5new.png]]
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− | #Slide the top piece over the bottom piece with the PCB in place:
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− | #;[[File:l-shape or u-shape6new.png]]
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− | #The completed enclosure:<br>
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− | #;[[File:l-shape or u-shape7new.png]]
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Revision as of 14:15, 10 August 2018
This resource has been updated, and can now be found on the Protocase blog:
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