Snap-fit Vents for Outdoor Electronic Enclosures

SST-POROUS® Snap-fit Vents deliver fast and easy installation for high-throughput or manual production. The snap-in design seats and seals to the housing and protects sealed outdoor electronics across a range of enclosure sizes.

 

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    SST-POROUS® Snap-fit Vents

    SST-POROUS® Snap-fit Vents provide durable protection in a snap-in vent. They install quickly on automated, semi-automated, or manual lines and are suitable for a variety of enclosure volumes.

    Key Features

    • Flexible installation: Fast fit on automated, semi-automated, or manual production lines
    • Reliable fit: Snap-fit body and sealing ring seat and seal to the housing
    • Immersion protection: Blocks solid and liquid contaminants, even after the vent has been immersed
    • Reduced condensation: High water-vapor permeability helps moisture dissipate
    • Extended lifetime: Bi-directional airflow equalizes pressure, reduces seal stress, and limits ingress
    • Engineered durability: Housing and ePTFE membrane selected for chemical and temperature resistance

    Typical Applications

    Snap-in breather vents for outdoor electronic devices, including:

    • Battery enclosures
    • Sensors and industrial controls
    • Heavy-duty equipment
    • Lighting enclosures
    • Solar energy systems
    • Telecommunications equipment

    Protection

    Available with IP67 / IP68 / IP69K options, depending on housing design and series.

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    A Durable and Easy-To-Apply Vent Solution

    STT® Protective Vents Snap-fit Vents Series provides:

    Efficiently breathable

    Effectively discharge internal moisture and heat to prevent excessive temperature and effectively reduce fog

    Waterproof and dustproof

    Protect internal components from the outside environment

    Easy to install

    Suitable for many occasions
    Automotive

    Main Applications:

    • Vehicle Lighting Systems (Headlamps, Taillamps, Fog Lamps, etc.)
    • Electronic Control Units (ECU)
    • Powertrain Systems (Gearbox, Motors, EPS, etc.)
    • Autonomous Driving Hardware (Millimeter Wave Radar, Ultrasonic Radar, Cameras, LiDAR, Controllers)
    • New Energy Vehicle Battery Packs, Motor Controllers, Vehicle Controllers, Reducers
    • Various Sensors and Motors (Wiper Motors, Cooling Motors, etc.)

    Challenges & Solutions Automotive electronic devices face drastic temperature changes, pressure differentials, moisture ingress, oil contamination, and water splash/immersion, which can easily cause lamp fogging, seal failure, electronic malfunctions, and performance degradation.

    Spider Snap-fit Vent utilizes high-performance ePTFE microporous membrane combined with precision snap-fit plastic housing. It excels in protective performance and effectively balances the pressure difference inside and outside sealed enclosures, enables rapid heat dissipation, minimizes condensation issues, and provides IP67/IP68/IP69K protection levels. Its snap-fit design allows quick and reliable installation (push until it clicks), significantly reducing design pressure on seals, lowering overall equipment costs, and improving assembly efficiency. Custom sizes, shapes, colors, and breathability rates are available to meet specific project needs.

    Main Applications:

    • Outdoor Lighting (Street Lights, Tunnel Lights, Garden Lights, High Pole Lights)
    • Security Monitoring Cameras
    • Communication Base Stations (5G/4G)
    • Photovoltaic Inverters
    • Outdoor Sensors and Industrial Equipment
    • Intelligent Electric Bicycle Electronic Systems

    Challenges & Solutions Outdoor electronic devices are exposed to harsh conditions such as rain, dust, salt spray, drastic temperature changes, and vibration for long periods, easily leading to condensation, seal failure, and electronic component damage.

    Spider Snap-fit Vent offers excellent protection with ePTFE microporous membrane and snap-fit structure. It rapidly balances internal and external pressure, reduces condensation, and delivers IP67/IP68/IP69K protection. The quick-install design alleviates seal design pressure, helps reduce overall costs and maintenance difficulty. Customization is supported to adapt to various outdoor installation environments.

    Main Applications:

    • Industrial Sensors and Control Equipment
    • New Energy Devices (Energy Storage Batteries, Charging Stations, Inverters)
    • Motors and Pumps
    • Packaging and Chemical Containers

    Challenges & Solutions Industrial and new energy equipment often operate under high/low temperature cycles, oil contamination, chemical corrosion, or pressure variations, easily causing seal failure, internal moisture, or overpressure damage.

    Spider Snap-fit Vent provides reliable waterproof, dustproof, and breathable performance with high-performance ePTFE membrane. It quickly balances pressure, prevents contaminant ingress, and supports IP67/IP68 and higher protection levels. The snap-fit design is convenient for automated production and field maintenance, with options for high-temperature, oil-resistant, and chemical-resistant custom versions to ensure long-term stable operation.

    SST® 8.3

    Available in protection levels IP67/IP68/IP69

    Customizable shapes, sizes, and thicknesses

     

    STT® 8.5

    Available in protection levels IP67/IP68/IP69

    Customizable shapes, sizes, and thicknesses

     

    STT® 11.8

    Available in protection levels IP67/IP68/IP69

    Customizable shapes, sizes, and thicknesses

    SST Products have been fully tested by independent laboratories and certified to meet a range of IEC, UL and DIN testing standards, including durability/resistance to environmental challenges including:

    • IP Ratings
    • Salt Fog Testing
    • Temperature Testing
    • Humidity Testing
    • Flammability  Testing

    Technical Parameters

    Product Model Typical air permeability (ml/min/cm2) @ 7kPa Protection level Water pressure resistance KPa, 60S Temperature range (°C)
    KF-BT-83-0115070SY(8.2) 250-1000 IP68 80kpa,60S -40~150
    KF-BT-85-0115045SY 250-750 IP68 80kpa,60S -40~150
    KF-BT-118-0115070SY 250-1000 IP68 80kpa,60S -40~150