CUSTOM ELECTRONIC ENCLOSURES

Custom Electronic Enclosures

Custom electronic enclosures are protective housings designed for electrical and electronic components like displays, control panels, switches, and more. Their core function is twofold:

  • Protecting internal components from environmental hazards like moisture, dust, shock, or vibration
  • Protecting users from potential harm caused by equipment failure, electrical shock, or explosions

These enclosures are used in a wide range of industries—from industrial and commercial to defense and aerospace—but they must always be tailored to the specific application and environment to perform effectively.

Customer-Specified Solutions Since 1953

At A&J Manufacturing, we’ve specialized in designing and building custom electronic enclosures for over 70 years. Whether it’s a small computer card cage or a large multi-bay console, our team delivers precision-engineered enclosures built to your specifications.

Every enclosure is a collaboration. We work closely with you to understand your requirements, environment, and mission needs—then deliver a solution that fits.

Our modular aluminum frame system allows for flexible, scalable customization, making it easy to adapt a cabinet, rack, or console to your specific project. With proprietary extrusions and a bolted-together frame design, we ensure durability, easy assembly, and high-performance under demanding conditions.

Built to Perform in Harsh Environments

Many of our configurations are built to meet military requirements, including:

  • MIL-S-901 for high-impact shock resistance
  • MIL-STD-167-1 for mechanical vibration
  • MIL-STD-810 for environmental performance across land and air platforms

We use 6061-T6 aluminum for its strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance, making our enclosures ideal for rugged and marine applications.

Our design philosophy focuses on low-risk customization, enabling faster deployment, cost efficiency, and long-term durability.

Engineering & Design Capabilities

Our in-house engineering team uses advanced CAD software and includes registered professional engineers with deep expertise in electronic enclosure design. We support every project from concept through production with full attention to performance, standards compliance, and manufacturing precision.

Design Considerations May Include:

  • Enclosure construction and mounting method
  • Cooling, airflow, and thermal regulation
  • Mechanical protection and structural strength
  • Electrical isolation
  • EMI/EMC shielding and mitigation

Standards We Design To

Shipboard & Military Compliance

  • EIA-310 – 19″ Racks and Panels (Standard Dimensions)
  • MIL-HDBK-2036 – General Electronic Equipment Guidelines (NAVY)
  • MIL-S-901 – High-Impact Shock Testing for Shipboard Equipment
  • MIL-STD-167-1 – Mechanical Vibration Testing
  • MIL-STD-810 – Environmental Test Methods for Aerospace and Ground Equipment

Material & Finish Specifications

Material Specs

  • ASTM B209 / ASTM B221 – Aluminum Alloy 6061-T6
  • SAE AMS-STD-66 – Stainless Steel, Type 303
  • SAE AMS-QQ-A-250/8 – Aluminum Alloy 5052-H32

Finish Specs

  • MIL-DTL-5541 – Chemical Film (Iridite), Class 3
  • MIL-PRF-23377 – High-Solid Epoxy Primer
  • MIL-PRF-22750 – Epoxy Paint
  • MIL-PRF-85285 – Semi-Gloss Enamel
  • MIL-PRF-85582 – Waterborne Epoxy Primer
  • MIL-DTL-15090 – Light Gray Enamel, Class 2
  • FED-STD-595 – Federal Color Standards

Design Requirements Worksheet

Kick off your custom enclosure project with confidence.

Download our Design Requirements Worksheet to help define the critical design elements needed for a high-performance solution tailored to your application. This worksheet ensures nothing important is overlooked—from environmental conditions to hardware compatibility.

We recommend completing it at the start of any new design collaboration and sharing the details with our engineering team to streamline communication and accelerate the development process.

Start your project right—share your technical specs with A&J from day one.


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