23. At what point should I talk to Gore about venting?

As early in the design process as is possible! The earlier you contact us, the more flexibility there is for selecting the optimal vent to optimize your product’s performance or life-expectancy.

24. We are already past the early design stages — what now?

We support our customers at every stage of their product’s life, from initial design through retrofit.

25. Does the vent replace the need for a strong seal?

A device will always need some type of seal; however, by using GORE® Protective Vents, you can reduce your overall manufacturing costs because your seals do not need to be as robust. For example, you can use fewer gaskets or fewer nuts and bolts to clamp the enclosure, because you do not need to compensate for the pressure differences.

26. How much airflow does my enclosure need and how many vents does that take?

Airflow describes the time and volume of air your enclosure requires to exchange with the outside. The number of vents needed for adequate airflow is calculated based upon:

  • Enclosure size/design, free interior volume and temperature conditions (due to heat sources such as electronic components).
  • External environmental factors such as anticipated temperature ranges, altitude changes, and allowable pressure differentials.

To request a quote or a technical consultation about your venting requirements, please go to "Finding the Best Fit For Your Application" to get the process started.

27. Where should I place the vent(s) on my enclosure?

Installed vents must remain unobstructed so they can “breathe” freely. Mounting vents on the vertical side of an enclosure is a good way to ensure that the vents will not be blocked. However, GORE® Protective Vents give you the flexibility to install them in different positions, depending on the configuration of your enclosure.

Proper installation is also essential to venting performance. Our product data sheets include installation instructions, which can help you ensure your vents are installed properly.

To initiate a more detailed technical consultation about venting for your particular application, please use our "Finding the Best Fit For Your Application" web form.

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