Outdoor Electronics Vents

Outdoor electronic enclosures have to perform under various challenging environmental hazards while maintaining performance, reliability and rated life. Vents are essential for

• Rapid equalization of housing pressures, to avert premature seal failure
• Preventing ingress of moisture, wind-driven rain and particulates and other contaminants
• Reducing condensation that can corrode sensitive electronics
• Eliminating the need for “ruggedized” housings, reducing costs and weight
• Providing a compact, venting structure that is easily installed and integrated.

Types of enclosures that often require vents for optimal performance and durability:

• Outdoor enclosures
• Outdoor access control systems
• Surveillance and Security Cameras
• Tracking Equipment
• Traffic control systems

• Moisture Protection: These ingress protection vents prevent moisture from entering the fixture, safeguarding sensitive electronic components like LED chips and drivers.
• Condensation Prevention: By allowing air exchange, PorVent® protective vents help reduce pressure differences inside and outside the fixture. This minimizes the risk of condensation forming on lenses, which could otherwise blur or dim the light.
• Durability: The vents maintain the fixture’s waterproof and dustproof properties while enabling it to breathe. This ensures long-term reliability, even in challenging outdoor environments.
• Thermal Management: LEDs generate heat during operation. Outdoor Electronics vents help regulate internal temperatures, preventing overheating and extending the lifespan of the light.

• Outdoor LED Lights
• Industrial Lighting
• Streetlights
• Floodlights
• Architectural Lighting
• Underwater Lights

Digital signal processing combined with MEMS sensor technology is being integrated into a growing range of applications. PorVent^® Electronics vents provide constant pressure equalization and robust ingress protection to ensure accurate signal generation and safeguard the delicate components of sensing elements. Robust contamination control and corrosion resistance measures are often essential for:

• Better Accuracy
• Rapid response time
• Improved measurement stability
• Increased lifetime

Sensors that require vents for optimal functionality

• Humidity Sensors
• Pressure Sensors
• Temperature Sensors
• Gas Sensors
• Barometric Sensors
• Environmental Sensors

Modern telecommunication systems strive to deliver reliable connectivity everywhere, necessitating additional equipment in remote areas and greater resilience to harsh environmental conditions. By preventing water and dust ingress along with constant pressure equalization, PorVent^® enhances the durability of telecommunication equipment, reduces maintenance expenses, and offers the following benefits:

• Maintain Reliable Connectivity
• Decrease Maintenance
• Reduce Manufacturing costs
• Meet equipment life expectancy
• Improve integration

Telecom tower components that need vents include:

• Tower top electronic enclosures
• Base station enclosures
• Battery Packs
• Small cell nodes
• Signal Amplifiers
• Antenna tilt monitors
• Tower mounted sensors

The renewable energy industry, driven by advancements in solar and wind technology, demands reliable systems capable of lasting over two decades. Complex electronics in these systems generate heat and must be shielded from harsh conditions, requiring protection against water and dust, along with efficient heat dissipation through bi-directional airflow. PorVent^®
venting solutions address these challenges, enhancing reliability, durability, and reducing maintenance costs in renewable energy systems.

• Junction Boxes
• CPV Modules
• String Combiner Boxes
• Tracking Equipment
• Micro/String Inverters
• Monitoring Equipment
• Battery Storage Units
• Wind Turbine Control Enclosures
• Power Conversion Systems