For what it is worth... I own GriD laptop computer whose
bottom casting is magnesium. GriD was famous for its
rugged, magnesium computers -- and they were sold worldwide.
I do recall an insulating plastic sheet between the board
and the casting, though.
Cortland
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Subject: Magnesium
Author: Paul Herrick <[email protected]> at internet
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Date: 12/17/96 12:48
-- [ From: Paul Herrick * EMC.Ver #2.3 ] --
Does anyone have information on the use of Magnesium in ITE equipment. Under
some circumstances the metal Magnesium can burn. IEC950 gives rules only for
plastic parts.
The actual application is for a casting to save weight. It is close to motors
enclosed in metal, cables, printed wiring boards with low power consumption.
No shock or energy hazard circuits.
Thanks,
Paul Herrick
Product Safety Engineer
JPH Consulting
