Protective Case Glossary

ABS: ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a durable, rigid plastic used in protective cases. Resistant to freezing temperatures, solvent-weldable, and field-repairable — ideal for military and expedition use.
Air Cases: Pelican Air cases are lightweight yet crushproof, up to 40% lighter than other polymer cases. Waterproof, dustproof, and durable for professional transport needs.
Anvil Cases: Anvil manufactures protective cases for musicians, military, and commercial applications. Known for heavy-duty transit, lightweight carrying cases, and versatile custom designs.
Authorized Distributor: A distributor officially approved by the manufacturer to sell products directly to customers.
BelAir Cases: Bel-Air Cases are vacuum-formed polyethylene plastic cases, durable, lightweight, and available in hundreds of sizes and configurations for professional shipping and storage.
Bezel Kits: Aluminum panel frame systems used for mounting equipment panels into case bases or lids.
Caster Wheels: Wheels for protective cases, allowing easier transport of heavy equipment. Variants include edge wheels, inline skate wheels, recessed wheels, and removable casters.
Crushproof: Designed to resist deformation or crushing under excessive stress or pressure.
Document Card Holder: Clear plastic holder for labels or shipping documents, attached to the exterior of a case for easy identification.
Dustproof: Impermeable to dust, dirt, and sand; prevents particles from entering the case.
Edge Wheels: Quiet, easy-glide wheels attached to pull-style cases for smooth transport.
EVA Cases: Cases using Ethylene Vinyl Acetate foam for semi-rigid padding. Highly moldable and customizable for protective transport.
Eylar: Eylar designs cases for photographers, campers, hunters, and active lifestyles, focusing on durability and innovation.
Gasket: A mechanical seal filling space between case surfaces to prevent leaks, maintaining watertight or airtight protection.
Gator Cases: Manufacturer of vacuum-formed, rotationally-molded, wood, sewn, and EVA cases for audio, video, and general utility applications.
Gun Case: Lockable cases designed to safely store and transport rifles, pistols, shotguns, and other firearms.
Hasps for Locks: Slotted hinged metal plates used with padlocks or pins to secure a case.
In-Line Skate Wheels: Case wheels made of hard, flexible plastic, moving only forward and backward, ideal for upright transport.
Injection Molded: Method for producing hard plastic cases by injecting molten plastic into molds. Suitable for complex shapes and mass production.
Lid Organizer: Internal compartments in the lid of a case for pens, cables, batteries, and small gear, maximizing storage space.
Lid Stays: Devices to prevent case lids from opening beyond a specified angle, ensuring safety during access.
Military Grade: Cases manufactured to meet U.S. military specifications for durability, protection, and reliability.
Mobility Kit: Kit to convert a case into a rolling case, including removable casters, mounting plates, and pull handles.
Molded-In Hinges: Hinges molded as part of the case, providing a strong and secure lid attachment.
Nanuk: High-quality injection-molded protective cases, designed for professionals and technicians in demanding environments.
O-Ring: Circular gasket providing watertight seals in protective cases, typically made from neoprene or other pliable materials.
Pelican Cases: Globally recognized manufacturer of high-performance protective cases, including Air and Protector series, used in military, industrial, and professional applications.
Polypropylene (PP): Lightweight, chemical-resistant plastic for protective cases. Stronger in heat than ABS but less flexible in cold.
Pressure Relief Valve: Safety valve to control internal pressure, maintaining safe conditions during air transport or altitude changes.
Protector Cases: Pelican’s heavy-duty polypropylene cases, designed for extreme environments, meeting IP67 and military standards.
Rack Case: Protective case designed to transport 19-inch electronic equipment racks safely.
Road Case: Durable shipping container for musical instruments, AV equipment, or sensitive gear, frequently moved by ground or air transport.
Roto Molded: Manufacturing process forming hollow, durable plastic parts through rotational molding.
Rubber Overmolded Handles: Ergonomic handles providing comfort and grip while retaining case strength.
Seahorse Cases: Heavy-duty waterproof, crush-resistant cases for professional and industrial use.
Shockproof: Cases designed to absorb shocks and protect contents from drops or vibrations.
SKB Cases: Injection-molded or roto-molded mil-spec cases designed for waterproof, dustproof, and rugged transport of sensitive gear.
Stackable: Design feature allowing multiple cases to be safely stacked together for storage or transport.
Submersible: Capable of being fully submerged while maintaining protection of contents.
Trigger Release Latches: Compression latches mounted flush to cases; unlocked via trigger to open securely.
Tripod Case: Protective case designed for professional tripods, lighting stands, or other tall hardware.
Twist Latches / Butterfly Latches: Rotating cam latches providing secure closure for protective cases.
Ultra High Strength Polypropylene Copolymer Resin: High-performance thermoplastic used in mil-spec and professional protective cases.
Underwater Kinetics: Manufacturer of innovative, durable protective cases for military, industrial, and professional use.
Warranty: Manufacturer guarantee of product quality and service within the defined term.
Waterproof: Impervious to water; protects contents against immersion or heavy rain exposure.