Difference between revisions of "Using L-Shape Enclosures for PCBs with Opposing Connectors"

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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>
 
[[File:L-shape or u-shape1new.png|325px]]<br><br>
 
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>
 
[[File: l-shape or u-shape2.png|325px]]<br>
 
[[File: l-shape or u-shape3.png|325px]]<br><br>
 
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>
 
#Here are the top and bottom pieces of an L Shape enclosure, and a PCB with protruding connectors:
 
#;[[File:l-shape or u-shape4new.png]]
 
#Slide the PCB into the bottom piece:
 
#;[[File:l-shape or u-shape5new.png]]
 
#Slide the top piece over the bottom piece with the PCB in place:
 
#;[[File:l-shape or u-shape6new.png]]
 
#The completed enclosure:<br>
 
#;[[File:l-shape or u-shape7new.png]]
 

Revision as of 14:15, 10 August 2018

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