Snap-fit Vent

描述

Sealed electronic and outdoor equipment housings often suffer from rapid internal pressure changes due to temperature fluctuations, leading to condensation, seal failure, dust ingress, and reduced product reliability.

SST-Porous® Plastic Waterproof Breathable Snap-Fit Vents, independently developed by SST, solve these problems perfectly. Combining SST-Porous® ePTFE breathable membrane with PBT injection-molded parts via hot melt or ultrasonic welding, the design features a protective PBT upper cover that prevents punctures and damage. The snap-fit structure allows instant installation while delivering reliable pressure equalization, excellent waterproof and dustproof performance up to IP69, and long-term stability. Fully customizable in specifications, sizes, and materials to meet any project requirement.

SST is committed to providing professional waterproof, dustproof, and breathable solutions that enhance equipment reliability and extend service life across demanding environments.

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A Durable and Easy-To-Apply Vent Solution

STT® Protective Vents Adhesive 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

Waterproof mobile phone

Breathable products have the following two main impacts on mobile phones:

Ventilation and heat dissipation: Mobile phones using breathable products can allow the heat inside the phone to be discharged more easily, thus Reduce the problem of mobile phone heating. The design of breathable products can increase the ventilation performance of the mobile phone, promote air circulation, and reduce the heat remaining inside the mobile phone. It can not only improve the stability and work efficiency of the mobile phone, but also extend the service life of the mobile phone.
Waterproof and dustproof:Breathable products are usually also waterproof and dustproof, which can effectively prevent rainwater , dust and other substances enter the inside of the mobile phone. This can protect the electronic components inside the mobile phone from damage and enable the mobile phone to be used in harsh environments, such as outdoor sports, travel, etc.

In short, breathable products can improve the ventilation, heat dissipation, waterproof and dustproof capabilities of mobile phones, thereby increasing the service life and reliability of mobile phones. At the same time, it also provides mobile phone users with a more comfortable and safe experience.

Smart wearable devices

Breathable products have the following two main impacts on mobile phones:

Ventilation and heat dissipation: Mobile phones using breathable products can allow the heat inside the phone to be discharged more easily, thus Reduce the problem of mobile phone heating. The design of breathable products can increase the ventilation performance of the mobile phone, promote air circulation, and reduce the heat remaining inside the mobile phone. It can not only improve the stability and work efficiency of the mobile phone, but also extend the service life of the mobile phone.
Waterproof and dustproof:Breathable products are usually also waterproof and dustproof, which can effectively prevent rainwater , dust and other substances enter the inside of the mobile phone. This can protect the electronic components inside the mobile phone from damage and enable the mobile phone to be used in harsh environments, such as outdoor sports, travel, etc.

In short, breathable products can improve the ventilation, heat dissipation, waterproof and dustproof capabilities of mobile phones, thereby increasing the service life and reliability of mobile phones. At the same time, it also provides mobile phone users with a more comfortable and safe experience.

Walkie talkie

Breathable products have the following two main impacts on mobile phones:

Ventilation and heat dissipation: Mobile phones using breathable products can allow the heat inside the phone to be discharged more easily, thus Reduce the problem of mobile phone heating. The design of breathable products can increase the ventilation performance of the mobile phone, promote air circulation, and reduce the heat remaining inside the mobile phone. It can not only improve the stability and work efficiency of the mobile phone, but also extend the service life of the mobile phone.
Waterproof and dustproof:Breathable products are usually also waterproof and dustproof, which can effectively prevent rainwater , dust and other substances enter the inside of the mobile phone. This can protect the electronic components inside the mobile phone from damage and enable the mobile phone to be used in harsh environments, such as outdoor sports, travel, etc.

In short, breathable products can improve the ventilation, heat dissipation, waterproof and dustproof capabilities of mobile phones, thereby increasing the service life and reliability of mobile phones. At the same time, it also provides mobile phone users with a more comfortable and safe experience.

SST® PolyVent XS

Compact, low-profile design; 30% smaller than our Standard vents

STT® PolyVent XS

Compact, low-profile design; 30% smaller than our Standard vents

STT® PolyVent XS

Compact, low-profile design; 30% smaller than our Standard vents

Every Screw-In Series vent undergoes in-line quality inspection at Gore before it is shipped. All vents with M6 and M12 thread sizes are individually laser-marked, to provide full product traceability.

Products in the GORE Protective Vents Screw-In Series have been fully tested by independent laboratories and certified to meet a range of IEC and DIN testing standards for durability/resistance to environmental challenges including:

IP Ratings
Mechanical Impact Testing
Solar Industry Testing
Salt Fog Testing

Temperature Testing
Humidity Testing
Flammability and UV Resistance Testing
Vibration Testing

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Technical Parameters

Products	Plastic buckle breathable valve		Trademark		Smart Membrane®-Vent
product name	83 buckle breathable valve		Product ID		KF-BT-83-0115070SY
Product performance and features
project	Test Standard	Characteristic value		Notes
IP grade	GB/T 4208-2008	IP68		The IP protection rating depends on the type of membrane and its installation method.
Water entry pressure, kPa	GB/T 24218. 16	≥50		Physical testing with a testing time of 30 seconds
Air permeability， mL/min@7kPa	GB/T 24218. 15	≥250		Air permeability of the finished product
Operation Temperature	GB/T2423 . 1-2008	T min = −40℃ ；T max = +150℃
Surface characteristics of breathable membrane	AATCC118-2018	Oleophobic
DESCRIPTION
Vent body & cap: color	Black		Buckle specifications		83 buckle
Breathable membrane composite type	e-PTFE \| PET		Vent body & cap: material		PBT
Install methods	Press on installation		Installation pressure		220 N

Application

Automotive exterior lighting,new energy vehicles， LED outdoor lighting, sensor equipment communication equipment, solar

energy equipment, chemical and medical equipment, ,GPS and Beidou and other navigation equipment

Function

Rapidly balance pressure to extend service life, effectively manage condensation, and reduce casing design complexity, weight, and cost；

Provides reliable protection against water and other liquids for sensitive electronic equipment；

Effective shielding of contaminants such as dirt, dust or salt

Basic Specification （dimensional drawing）

Snap-fit Vent

Snap-fit Vent