EMI-RFI shielded Archives - Sierra Cases

Cases That Protect Against EMI: Part 2

Sierra Cases — Wed, 24 Sep 2014 17:16:44 +0000

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) can affect electronics, disrupting timing circuits and corrupting signals. If sufficiently powerful – perhaps a pulse from a nearby radar installation – it can induce damaging voltage surges in wiring. There's even evidence of EMI damaging the read/write heads of hard drive storage units. Attenuating EMI The post Electrical Shielding and Transit […]

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Electrical Shielding and Transit Cases: Part 1

Sierra Cases — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 17:56:41 +0000

Modern electronics are very vulnerable to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), sometimes called Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). It's not just lightning strikes, whose destructive potential is well known. Radar pulses, radio and microwave emissions, cellphones, wireless routers, and the humble microwave oven can affect microprocessor-based systems. It disturbs timing and corrupts data. In many applications, this is […]

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6 Reasons for Choosing Thermoelectric Cooling

Sierra Cases — Wed, 05 Feb 2014 19:55:51 +0000

For shipping and transit cases, traditional refrigeration technology is giving way to thermoelectric cooling. Here's why: 1. Works in any Orientation – Even Zero Gravity! Since there's no refrigerant or compressor, a thermoelectric cooling unit can be mounted in any orientation. This gives the transit case designer more flexibility to utilize available space. And, if […]

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Customized Water Tight and Temperature Controlled Case: Case Study

Sierra Cases — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:50:26 +0000

A defense contractor needed a transportable, air conditioned, rack mount case able to handle various climate conditions around the globe on land or by sea. Because it would be installed on the deck of a ship during operation, the case had to meet several military specifications including MIL-648C. The specification presented a rare two-part dilemma […]

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ERACK Aluminum Rack Mount Case: When Weight & Portability Are Critical

Sierra Cases — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:29:50 +0000

If your electronic equipment is already heavy to transport by itself, then you need options. You need a case that offers lightweight protection with strength and portability. Discover CP Cases’ ERACK, the industry’s lightest-weight rack mount case. The ERACK weighs up to 30% less than other rack mount cases. Designed with a welded aluminum alloy […]

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10 Exceptional Benefits of Aluminum Cases

Sierra Cases — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 20:47:56 +0000

Aluminum cases are a smart choice for transporting, protecting, and storing sensitive equipment. It’s ideal for applications exposed to extreme temperatures, corrosive environments, and high electromagnetic fields. Why select an aluminum case over a case made of other materials such as plastic or composite? The 10 exceptional benefits of aluminum - listed below - will […]

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