Combination extruded and cast metal outdoor electronics enclosure
US8148648B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 25, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 11, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49002
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method for forming an electronics enclosure is disclosed. The method comprises extruding a backplane having a first extruded length, the backplane comprising slots on opposing sides of the backplane, wherein the slots extend along the first extruded length. The method further comprises extruding at least one door panel at the first extruded length, wherein the backplane and the door panel each have extruded hinge features for pivotally coupling the door panel to the backplane, and coupling at least two cast metal plates to opposing ends of the backplane, where each of the cast metal plates comprise a gland that aligns with the slots of the backplane to create a continuous channel for inserting a seal.
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