SIMCO Disclosures

We discuss all things to do with plastic enclsoures and thier applications in the electronics industry.

What is a Belt Clip?

April 27th, 2015

Many electronic devices nowadays are handy and portable. This allows mobility and accessibility for users that are always on the go. Since size and convenience are the common preferences of today’s market, all new innovations are designed to meet those preferences. Now, we have mobile phones, net books, tablets, and the like that prove that the current trend is portable electronic devices.

It is also a preference for people always on the go to have their electronic devices functioning with having to hold it. So aside from portability, the market also prefers devices that have the hands free option. For example, mobile phones can be connected to a Bluetooth earpiece which can receive calls without having to hold the phone. This kind of feature is what attracts clients because this is now the current need of the market.

What is delightful with today’s market is that manufacturers are up-to-date and are quick to meet the needs of the clients. Simco for example has released a number of plastic enclosures that have belt clips to not only secure electronic devices but to also safely attach such devices on the user’s belt or even pocket.

With this innovation, a lot of electronic gadgets can be made portable. For example, a medical electronic gadget such as an automatic insulin injector can be securely fastened on the patient’s belt and can administer insulin according to the schedule set. Or a mobile phone or pager can be placed in a custom made Simco pocket-size enclosure and can be clipped on a belt or pocket. That is how innovative Simco is when it comes to designing plastic enclosures. To date, Simco has released a variety of pocket-sized enclosures in the market. These pocket-sized enclosures with belt clips are all under Simco’s Endeavor series. All of the four models under the Endeavor series have belt clip slots that can be attached by plastite screws. The belt clip that is compatible with the Endeavor series is the BC1 model.

There are several pocket-sized enclosures under the Endeavor series. The first model under its series is called 24TB. This model has a simple yet ergonomic design. It measures 3.70”x 2.36” and the front and back panels can be connected together through four plastite screws. This model is molded from top to bottom and from front to back which means it is good for devices that only needs outer shell.

The second model under its series is called 24TB/P. It has the same dimensions as the first model but the only difference is it has a provision for a panel. This means that this model is for devices that have switches or small screen panel.

The third model under the Endeavor series is called 24TBA. Again this third model has the same measurement as the first but the difference is the inclusion of a battery access. This plastic enclosure has a removable slot at the bottom to easily access the disposable batteries.

The fourth model under this series is called 24TBA/P. This fourth model combines the features of the second and third models. This plastic enclosure has a removable slot for batteries and a panel on the top as provision for switches or screen panel.

Simco also takes pride of the top quality material used to produce its Endeavor series. All plastic enclosures under this series are made from Simplas material which is a high-impact molded plastic. As an added value, this series has an EMI/RFI shielding option that can be installed in the enclosure. The available colors for this series are black, bone gray, and dark gray. Finally, if none of the four models fits your device, you can opt for the custom-made enclosure.

SIMCO Deep Bottom Plastic Enclosures

April 13th, 2015

For a number of electronic devices that require more depth and space, Simco has a variety of deep bottom plastic enclosures to offer. The ranges vary according to depth, dimension, color, and other provisions. All of Simco’s deep bottom plastic enclosures are made from durable ABS plastic and are all ROHS compliant. Aside from these, Simco offers customized plastic enclosures where clients can have their company’s logo etched on the enclosure. In addition, clients can have the option to install PC board mounting bosses. Furthermore, the clients can also choose to secure their electronic devices by installing RFI/EMI shielding and/or choosing the flame retardant plastic. Lastly, these deep bottom plastic enclosures can easily be made handy with the installation of Simco’s BC-1 belt clip. All of these are offered by Simco.

Here is a detailed description for each variant of Simco’s deep bottom plastic enclosure.

The first deep bottom plastic enclosure variant is the 150×23. This model is good for electronic devices that require a small internal housing. It offers 8.5in³ of internal space that can fit your electronic device and wires. The dimensions of this variant measures 1.530 x 2.500 x 3.00”. The upper and lowers halves of this plastic enclosure can be securely fastened by 4 plastite screws.

The second deep bottom plastic enclosure variant is the 150×25. This model is slightly larger than the first variant. It is very light at 0.29lb. Similar to the previous variant, 4 plastite screws can securely fastened the two halves of the enclosure.

The third deep bottom plastic enclosure variant is the 190×23. This model offers 10.9in³ of internal space. The material used for this enclosure can be easily drilled to provide spaces for switches, screen panels, or cables.

The fourth deep bottom plastic enclosure variant is the 190×25. This is the second to the largest variant of Simco’s deep bottom plastic enclosures in terms of internal space available. This is slightly larger than the third variant. Its dimensions measure 1.88 x 2.53 x 5.05”. Similar to all previous variants, this enclosure is securely fastened by 4 plastite screws.

The fifth deep bottom plastic enclosure variant is the 250×23. It offers 14.8 in³ of internal space. Despite its hefty size, this enclosure only weighs 0.24lbs. This cube-like plastic enclosure measures 2.5 x 2.5 x 3”.

The last deep bottom plastic enclosure variant is the 250×25. This is the largest variant of Simco’s deep bottom plastic enclosures. It is good for electronic devices that require depth and provision for wiring. This plastic enclosure measures 2.47 x 2.53 x 5.05” which can offer around 30in³ of internal space.

All of the above mentioned deep bottom plastic enclosures go in three different colors – black, dark grey, and ivory. These plastic enclosures fit Simco’s BC-1 belt clip to give that portability option. Lastly, all of these deep bottom plastic enclosures have slightly textured external finish as protection from scratches.

Now clients have a variety of options to choose from the different deep bottom plastic enclosures made available by Simco. What’s really nice with Simco is the option to personalize these plastic enclosures. The company logo may be etched on the external covering. Simco also offers full custom-made plastic enclosure when none of the offered plastic enclosure can fit your electronic device. You simply send your design to Simco and Simco’s resident designers will coordinate with your regarding your design.

SIMCO makes plastic enclosures affordable to customers. The bulkier the order, the cheaper the price becomes. SIMCO can even send you a free sample if you want to check out the quality and size of the different plastic enclosures.

RFI / EMI Shielding and Its Importance

April 4th, 2015

What is RFI/EMI?

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This acronym means Radio Frequency/Electromagnetic Interference. This is a kind of interruption that has an effect on an electrical circuit that is caused by electromagnetic energy from an outside source. When such interruption occurs, it will have a damaging effect on the electronic device affected. And since there is an increase of usage of electronic devices, there is a higher chance that an electronic interference may happen. For this reason, there have been a lot of research and initiatives done in order to prevent this to ensue.

What are the different ways to prevent RFI/EMI?

There are several techniques to prevent RFI/EMI. The first way is to use cables or wires as minimal as possible. This just simply means that when electronic devices are connected via cables or wires, it should be measured well so that no extra cable loops out. When cables and wires are measured well, it has minimal chance to experience electromagnetic interference. Meanwhile if cables and wires are left looping, it can cause a lot of interferences.

The second way is to install a filter system on the electronic device. This just simply means that the electrical source and electrical load to and from the device should be carefully thought of. In doing this, capacitors and inductors or even circuit breakers must be installed to control the flow of electricity which protects the electronic device.

The third and most important way is to protect the electronic device with an enclosure that is RFI/EMI safe. There are many kinds of enclosures that are proven RFI/EMI safe. There are aluminium, metal, and plastic enclosures available to all consumers around the world. The best and cheapest kind of enclosure to use on electrical device is plastic enclosure. There are now plenty of plastic enclosures available in that provide electromagnetic interference shielding or EMI shielding.

What is RFI/EMI shielding?

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RFI/EMI shielding is a way of protecting electrical devices that are installed inside plastic enclosures to ensure minimal or no electromagnetic interference.

Plastic enclosures that have RFI/EMI shielding are usually sprayed with an acrylic based lacquer combined with nickel or copper which prevent the housed electronic device from damages due to radiation.

Which company produces the best plastic enclosure with EMI shielding?

Top of the line plastic enclosures with RFI/EMI shielding are made available by Standard Injection Molding Company or Simco. Simco uses the best and up-to-date spray coating to prevent RFI/EMI.

This coating is called the Electordag 550 Coating.

This most recent kind of coating has the best attenuation rate and has the highest guaranteed protection from radiation and emission.

Why is it important to use plastic enclosures with RFI/EMI shielding?

Using RFI/EMI shielding to protect electrical devices ensures no frequency disturbances from one device to another. For telecommunications companies, they need to protect their telecom devices from RFI/EMI so that no other radio frequencies may affect or intersect from the frequency that they use. A concrete example is when you turn on an old television set and you use a two-way radio nearby. Somehow the television will be interfered by the frequency used by the two-way radio. The television may broadcast the conversation transpiring from the two-way radio.

Another setting that really needs RFI/EMI shielding is the airport. The constant communication transpiring among different airplanes and the tower must never be interrupted by any other radio frequency. If there is no EMI/RFI shielding, disasters may happen. This is the reason why RFI/EMI shielding is very crucial.

What is Simco’s thrust when it comes to RFI/EMI shielding?

Since RFI/EMI shielding can save lives and make our everyday lives safer and better, Simco wants to make sure that the quality they offer is incomparable from any other companies. In order for them to live by those values, Simco complies with standards that can assure top quality to all its clients. Simco’s plastic enclosures go through testing at Underwriters Laboratories or UL. This is a highly credible consultation and certification company located at Illinois. Simco is proud to state that all of its plastic enclosures are UL certified which means that all of its plastic enclosures have passed safety and quality tests.

In Summary

RFI/EMI shielding is essential to ensure no radio frequency leakage or infiltration between devices. Whether it is a small or big electronic device, it should still be shielded from RFI/EMI.

Now that we have discussed in detail what RFI/EMI is and how it is shielded, you can now understand the importance of using enclosures that have RFI/EMI shielding. Hence, should you need to enclose your electronic device and shield your other devices from radiation or emission; you should invest in good quality enclosures from Simco. All of its plastic enclosures are UL certified and can be RFI/EMI shielded. You can check all their products at www.simcobox.com.

SIMCO Has the Right Enclosure for Every Need

April 4th, 2015

SIMCO is a one stop shop for plastic enclosures. It has a wide range of plastic enclosures that suits the needs of the current market. This is why Simco is the best manufacturer and supplier of plastic enclosures.

Simco boasts of three main things – variety, durability, and innovation. These three characteristics are what make Simco the leader in the market. It is important to run through all these three characteristics to better understand and even prove why Simco is the leading supplier of plastic enclosures.

On Variety

Simco has a variety of plastic enclosures for every single client on the planet. All of these plastic enclosures are made possible by the best research and development team that Simco employs. Simco has the best designers and engineers who design and create various plastic enclosures.

Plastic Utility Boxes

There are four main kinds of plastic enclosures offered by Simco. The first kind of plastic enclosures is the Plastic Utility Boxes. There are four different kinds of plastic utility boxes. The first kind is the Wall Mount Enclosures. This offers internal or external wall mounts that can be screwed on flat surfaces like walls or ceilings. The second kind is the Deep Bottom Plastic Enclosures. The third kind is the 4 Outlet Wall Mount Enclosures. This is especially made to be installed over an electric outlet or box. The fourth kind is the Potting Boxes. This kind of enclosure has a top and bottom panel that attach without screws.

Plastic Pocket Size Enclosures

The second main kind of plastic enclosures offered by Simco is the plastic pocket size enclosures. Simco has two series for the plastic pocket size enclosures. These are the Endeavor 24 Series and the Endeavor 35 Series. Both series have rounded edges and drop-in panels for switches or screens but the latter is slightly larger than the former.

Plastic Handheld Enclosures

The third main kind of plastic enclosures is the plastic handheld enclosures. It has three series – Discovery 36 Series, Discovery 38 Series, and Discovery 45 Series.

The first series is smaller and has provision for batteries. The second series is narrower but taller for devices such as remote controls. The third series is the most ergonomic and has panels for keyboards or switches.

Plastic Desktop Enclosures

The last kind of plastic enclosures is the plastic desktop enclosures.

There are two series under this kind – the Challenger Series and the Enterprise Series.

The Challenger Series is a large project case that is good for devices that are installed on tabletops.

The Enterprise Series is the largest among all of Simco’s plastic enclosures.

On Durability

All of Simco’s plastic enclosures are made from ABS plastic. ABS plastic is made from Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene. This kind of plastic is impact resistant as well as weather resistant. This means that Simco’s plastic enclosures can survive years even if exposed under the sun or rain.

Aside from this, all of Simco’s plastic enclosures have an IP65 rating. This means that the electronic devices sealed in a Simco box is protected from dust and water. Simco does not only sell durable plastic enclosures; it also assures that the electronic devices installed within the box are protected as well.

Lastly, all of Simco’s plastic enclosures offer the 94VO-UL version. This version is flame retardant so this is good for electronic devices that will be installed near extremely hot environments.

On Innovation

When Simco vowed to make all kinds of plastic enclosures, they made sure they kept their promise. Simco launched their custom-made option for customers who have not found a right fit for their electronic devices. Customers who want a fully custom-made plastic enclosure just have to provide Simco with a blueprint. The blueprint will then be given to Simco’s resident designers and engineers. Simco will then contact the customer for further refinement of the initial blueprint. When both parties agree to the final design, it will be manufactured. This assures customers of quality and satisfaction.

Simco also offers custom design for their existing line of plastic enclosures. Companies that order in bulk may opt to etch their company logo on the surface of their chosen plastic enclosure. Simco will gladly accept other external designs requested by their customers. Simco also allows drilling on the side panels of their plastic enclosures. This is to accommodate customer requests on additional windows for screen panels or provisions for switches and buttons.

Simco is not only the leading supplier of plastic enclosures; they also come first when it comes to customer satisfaction. So go ahead and check out all available plastic enclosures at www.simcobox.com and find the best suited plastic enclosure for your electronic devices. You may also check out their existing line of accessories to make your plastic enclosures as personalized as possible.