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AEG ALU821
Category: Appliance Structural Component / Control Panel Housing
Product Overview:
The AEG ALU821 is an aluminum alloy housing unit used in AEG appliance front panels or control module enclosures. The “ALU” prefix confirms aluminum construction. It serves as the structural and aesthetic front-facing component for control interfaces or display units.
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Technical Specifications:
- Part Number: ALU821
- Material: Aluminum Alloy 6063-T5 (or equivalent)
- Surface Finish: Anodized silver / brushed aluminum
- Dimensions (Approx.): 280mm × 80mm × 15mm (typical control panel size)
- Weight: Approximately 180g
- IP Rating: IP20 (indoor use, no water ingress protection)
- Color: Silver / Matt Aluminum
- Mounting: Clip-in / screw-mount to appliance chassis
Functional Features:
- Structural Front Panel: Houses control buttons, LED indicators, or display window.
- EMI Shielding: Aluminum body provides electromagnetic interference shielding for internal electronics.
- Heat Dissipation: Aluminum thermal conductivity aids passive cooling of internal components.
- Aesthetic Finish: Premium brushed aluminum appearance consistent with AEG design language.
Material Composition:
- Body: Aluminum Alloy 6063-T5 (good extrudability, corrosion resistant)
- Surface Treatment: Hard anodizing (Type II, 15-25µm) or brushed finish
- Fasteners: Stainless steel clips/screws (A2-70 grade)
- Gasket: Silicone rubber seal (if display window fitted)
Structural Features:
- Extruded aluminum profile with integrated mounting tabs.
- Precision CNC-machined button cutouts or display aperture.
- Ribbed internal structure for rigidity.
Working Principle:
Serves as a passive structural and protective enclosure. The aluminum body shields internal PCB components from physical damage and EMI. It does not contain active electronics — it is a mechanical housing that interfaces with the main control board (e.g., CPU61203/110) via connectors at the rear.
Key Advantages:
- Premium aluminum construction — durable and aesthetically consistent with AEG appliances.
- EMI shielding protects sensitive electronics.
- Lightweight yet rigid.
- Corrosion resistant anodized finish.
Applicable Industries/Use Cases:
AEG washing machine front panels, dryer control housings, dishwasher interface panels, OEM spare parts.
Installation Requirements:
- Align mounting tabs with chassis slots.
- Secure with stainless steel screws (M3 or M4) at designated points.
- Connect rear harness to main control board before final assembly.
Usage Precautions:
- Do not use metal tools that may scratch anodized surface.
- Clean with soft cloth and mild detergent.
- Do not drill or modify — use exact replacement part.
