Hammond

Which Hammond enclosure do you need?

• General purpose enclosures — versatile ABS, polycarbonate and metal boxes with industry-standard sealing and mounting for everyday projects.
• Instrument cases — desktop and rack-style housings for test gear and controllers, with sloping consoles, ventilated bodies and removable end panels.
• 19in enclosures and racks — wall-mounted cabinets, free-standing and desktop racks for servers, audio and heat-dissipating equipment, plus rack panels, shelves and drawers.
• Hand-held enclosures — ergonomic cases for remote controllers, IoT devices and portable test equipment.
• Die-cast and heavy-duty enclosures — rugged die-cast aluminium boxes, including the classic 1590 and Eddystone ranges, for EMC and demanding conditions.
• Stomp boxes — die-cast enclosures sized for guitar effects pedals and other audio builds.

The classic Hammond ranges

A few Hammond designs have become industry references in their own right. The 1590 die-cast aluminium boxes are the go-to for rugged and pedal builds; the 1591 is the ABS equivalent for lighter-duty projects. The 1554 and 1555 series bring sealed IP-rated protection in a modern styling, while the famous ‘Eddystone’ range — die-cast boxes with a lap-joint lid design — is still prized for its shielding and EMC performance.

Can Hammond enclosures be modified?

Yes. Every Hammond enclosure can be customised through our in-house enclosure modification service — drilling, milling, printing, powder coating and other common customisations — so you skip the extra time and cost of outsourcing and receive a box that is ready to populate.

For repeat requirements, Hammond enclosures can be ordered on a long-term stock agreement, where we pledge to hold stock, pricing and availability for a 12-month period.

How tough are Hammond enclosures?

As tough as you need them to be. The range shares industry-standard sealing and mounting, with boxes available compliant to IP54, IP65, IP66 and IP67, so you can specify the right protection against dust and water without changing supplier. Between the material options and the sealed ranges, there is a Hammond enclosure for the workbench, the wall, the rack and the field.

Where Hammond enclosures are used

The range suits almost any electronics application: industrial control and automation panels, IoT and edge-computing nodes, EV charging and energy hardware, audio and guitar effects, PCBs and prototypes, sensors and instrumentation, and hand-held or portable test equipment. If you are housing electronics, there is a Hammond box designed for it.

Find the right Hammond enclosure

Browse the full Hammond range from stock, or request a quote and tell us your dimensions and cut-outs so we can modify to suit.

Hammond enclosures: frequently asked questions

What are Hammond enclosures used for?

Hammond enclosures protect electronics across control systems, PCBs and prototypes, audio and guitar effects, industrial and IoT hardware, sensors, instrumentation and hand-held test gear. The range runs from small die-cast boxes to full 19in racks.

Does Rapid modify Hammond enclosures?

Yes. Our in-house modification service drills, mills, prints and powder coats any Hammond enclosure to your specification, so you do not need to outsource the work. Send us your drawings with your order.

What are the Hammond 1590 and 1591 series?

The 1590 is Hammond’s classic die-cast aluminium enclosure, widely used for rugged and EMC-sensitive builds and popular for guitar pedals. The 1591 is the ABS equivalent for lighter-duty projects. Both come in a wide choice of sizes.

Are Hammond enclosures waterproof?

Many are. Hammond enclosures are available with IP54, IP65, IP66 and IP67 sealing, so you can choose the right protection against dust and water ingress. Check the rating on each product for your application.

What materials are Hammond enclosures made from?

Hammond enclosures come in ABS, polycarbonate, aluminium (die-cast, extruded and sheet), steel and stainless steel, in a wide choice of sizes, finishes and colours to suit indoor, workbench and industrial use.

Can I order Hammond enclosures on a stock agreement?

Yes. Hammond enclosures can be placed on a long-term stock agreement, where we pledge to hold stock, pricing and availability for 12 months — useful for production runs and repeat builds.

What is the Eddystone range?

Eddystone is Hammond’s heritage line of die-cast aluminium boxes with a lap-joint lid design and strong EMC performance, favoured for RF and radio work where shielding matters.