5-axis CNC milling drawing: Al 7075-T6 block with pockets, toolpath and dimensions

Custom Aluminum Enclosures

CNC unibody. Sheet metal. Anodized to Pantone.

Q: CNC unibody vs sheet metal enclosure — which is right for me?

CNC unibody: premium look, single piece, precise tolerances, excellent EMI/thermal, expensive (often $150–500+ per enclosure at low volume). Best for high-end consumer electronics, premium industrial, test equipment. Sheet metal: multiple pieces bent and welded/fastened, cost-effective ($25–80 typical), excellent for larger sizes, standard for industrial control cabinets. Rule of thumb: under 150×100×50 mm consider CNC unibody, above that sheet metal.

Q: What IP rating can you achieve?

Unsealed enclosure: IP20 (dust-only). With gasketing and sealed fasteners: IP54 (splash-resistant), IP65 (dust-tight, water spray), IP66 (high-pressure water), IP67 (temporary immersion), IP68 (continuous immersion). IP67/68 requires compression-gasket design with controlled seal groove geometry — we'll DFM-review for seal integrity. Rule of thumb: IP65 is easy, IP67 requires design attention, IP68 requires proper engineering and testing.

Q: Can you handle surface finishing (anodize, powder coat)?

Yes, all standard aluminum finishes in-house or through vetted partners: Type II anodize (any color including black, space grey, gold, red, blue), Type III hardcoat anodize (for wear-critical), powder coat in RAL/Pantone colors, bead blast + anodize (premium cosmetic), brushed finish, PVD coating for premium luxury. We can Pantone-match to your brand.

Q: Do you include mounting hardware (PEM inserts, standoffs)?

Yes — we install PEM press-in inserts, self-clinching nuts, weld nuts, threaded studs, and captive fasteners. Common hardware used: PEM SP, S, SO (threaded); BS (studs); TP4 (self-clinching panel mount). We stock standard sizes (M2.5, M3, M4, M5) and can order specialty sizes. Installation included in enclosure quote.

Q: Can you silk-screen or laser-mark our logo?

Yes — standard services. Silk screen for large-format logos, indicators, warning labels. Laser etching for permanent serial numbers, QR codes, brand marks. Pad printing for small logos on curved surfaces. UV-cure inks available for scratch resistance. Typical cost: $5–15 per enclosure for simple marking.

Q: Can you deliver complete enclosures with internal hardware installed?

Yes — we assemble complete enclosures with PCB mounting points, cable glands, connectors, display windows, keypads, LEDs (through partner for electronic assembly). Option for kit-form delivery (your team assembles) or complete assembly (we install PCB, connectors, and test). Common for industrial controls where you want a turnkey solution.

From premium consumer electronics unibody to heavy-duty industrial control cabinets. Any size, any color, any finish. PEM hardware installed, silk-screened, ready to populate with your electronics.

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Enclosures & housingsWuxi, ChinaMOQ 1 partDFM review included

Technical plate for CNC unibody. Sheet metal. Anodized to Pantone.

How we run it

Custom aluminum enclosures

One engineer owns the job from quote to dock: DFM review before cutting, inspection through the run, and an inspection report in the box.

3-7 daysTypical lead time

MOQ 1No minimum quantity

<4 hQuote response

ISO 9001Quality system

01 · Types

Three enclosure categories.

CNC Unibody

Single-piece machined from solid aluminum billet. Premium look, perfect EMI, precise tolerances. Best for high-end consumer, test equipment, premium industrial.

Sheet Metal Bent

Laser cut + bent + welded sheet metal. Multiple panel assembly with PEM hardware. Cost-effective, large sizes, industrial standard.

Extruded Aluminum

Standard extrusion profiles cut to length + end caps + machined features. Cost-effective for high-volume repeating products. Limited to cross-section of available profiles.

02 · Typical applications

Where our enclosures ship.

Hi-fi audio enclosures

CNC unibody anodized aluminum for premium audio DACs, amplifiers, phono stages

IoT gateways

Sheet metal with antenna cutouts, cable glands, DIN-rail mount. IP54 rated.

Test equipment

Benchtop instrument housings with front panels, display windows, BNC cutouts

Industrial PLC cabinets

Sheet metal control cabinets with door, gland plate, DIN rail, IP66 gasketing

Rack-mount equipment

1U-4U 19-inch rack chassis with card guides, ventilation, cable management

Desktop electronics

Small-scale consumer electronics enclosures — routers, hubs, media streamers

Weatherproof outdoor

IP67 sealed enclosures for outdoor installations, solar controllers, EV chargers

Medical device housings

Anti-bacterial painted enclosures for medical monitoring equipment

Handheld devices

Small portable enclosures with battery bays, grip textures, lanyard attachment

FAQ

CNC unibody — questions

CNC unibody vs sheet metal enclosure — which is right for me?

CNC unibody: premium look, single piece, precise tolerances, excellent EMI/thermal, expensive (often $150–500+ per enclosure at low volume). Best for high-end consumer electronics, premium industrial, test equipment. Sheet metal: multiple pieces bent and welded/fastened, cost-effective ($25–80 typical), excellent for larger sizes, standard for industrial control cabinets. Rule of thumb: under 150×100×50 mm consider CNC unibody, above that sheet metal.

What IP rating can you achieve?

Unsealed enclosure: IP20 (dust-only). With gasketing and sealed fasteners: IP54 (splash-resistant), IP65 (dust-tight, water spray), IP66 (high-pressure water), IP67 (temporary immersion), IP68 (continuous immersion). IP67/68 requires compression-gasket design with controlled seal groove geometry — we'll DFM-review for seal integrity. Rule of thumb: IP65 is easy, IP67 requires design attention, IP68 requires proper engineering and testing.

Can you handle surface finishing (anodize, powder coat)?

Yes, all standard aluminum finishes in-house or through vetted partners: Type II anodize (any color including black, space grey, gold, red, blue), Type III hardcoat anodize (for wear-critical), powder coat in RAL/Pantone colors, bead blast + anodize (premium cosmetic), brushed finish, PVD coating for premium luxury. We can Pantone-match to your brand.

Do you include mounting hardware (PEM inserts, standoffs)?

Yes — we install PEM press-in inserts, self-clinching nuts, weld nuts, threaded studs, and captive fasteners. Common hardware used: PEM SP, S, SO (threaded); BS (studs); TP4 (self-clinching panel mount). We stock standard sizes (M2.5, M3, M4, M5) and can order specialty sizes. Installation included in enclosure quote.

Can you silk-screen or laser-mark our logo?

Yes — standard services. Silk screen for large-format logos, indicators, warning labels. Laser etching for permanent serial numbers, QR codes, brand marks. Pad printing for small logos on curved surfaces. UV-cure inks available for scratch resistance. Typical cost: $5–15 per enclosure for simple marking.

Can you deliver complete enclosures with internal hardware installed?

Yes — we assemble complete enclosures with PCB mounting points, cable glands, connectors, display windows, keypads, LEDs (through partner for electronic assembly). Option for kit-form delivery (your team assembles) or complete assembly (we install PCB, connectors, and test). Common for industrial controls where you want a turnkey solution.

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