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Explorer Cases

Official UK stockist

Explorer Cases

If you require the highest level of protection for your valuable, specialist, and/or business-critical equipment, you need Explorer Cases.

Explorer cases are heavy-duty rugged cases used to protect equipment from impact, dust, moisture, and harsh environmental conditions. Manufactured in Italy by GT Line, Explorer cases use a high-performance polypropylene copolymer, making them exceptionally durable, hard-wearing, and water-tight. Available in more than 30 sizes, Explorer cases are popular among military organisations, engineers, broadcasters, aerospace companies, and offshore industries worldwide.

Polyformes is the official UK stockist and distributor of Explorer Cases. Besides holding a large number, we also design and manufacture precision-cut foam inserts, tailored to your products and equipment, that maximise protection while keeping your equipment organised and easy to access.

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Technical details

Explorer Case specifications

This size and technical information is supplied by the Explorer case manufacturer, GT Line.

Explorer Case sizes

A summary of sizing information for Explorer Cases is as follows:

Ref. Internal (L x W x H) Lid / Base Weight
1908 190 x 125 x 85 mm 20 / 65 mm 0.7 kg
1913 190 x 125 x 135 mm 20 / 115 mm 0.85 kg
2209 220 x 160 x 95 mm 20 / 75 mm 0.88 kg
2214 220 x 160 x 145 mm 20 / 125 mm 1.16 kg
2712 276 x 200 x 120 mm 35 / 85 mm 1.62 kg
2717 276 x 200 x 170 mm 35 / 135 mm 1.93 kg
3005 300 x 210 x 58 mm 20 / 38 mm 1.1 kg
3317 330 x 234 x 170 mm 68 / 102 mm 2.29 kg
3317W 360 x 420 x 194 mm 68 / 102 mm 2.92 kg
3818 380 x 270 x 180 mm 45 / 135 mm 3.14 kg
4412 445 x 345 x 125 mm 47 / 78 mm 3.4 kg
4419 445 x 345 x 190 mm 47 / 143 mm 4 kg
4820 480 x 370 x 205 mm 50 / 155 mm 4.64 kg
5117 517 x 277 x 173 mm 50 / 123 mm 3.8 kg
5122 517 x 277 x 217 mm 50 / 167 mm 6 kg
5140 516 x 296 x 402 mm NA 7.52 kg
5325 538 x 405 x 250 mm 60 / 190 mm 7 kg
5326 538 x 405 x 250 mm 60 / 190 mm 10 kg
5822 580 x 440 x 220 mm 60 / 160 mm 7.16 kg
5823 580 x 440 x 220 mm 60 / 160 mm 9.17 kg
5833 580 x 440 x 330 mm 60 / 270 mm 10.54 kg
7630 765 x 485 x 305 mm 60 / 245 mm 13.56 kg
7641 765 x 485 x 415 mm 60 / 355 mm 15.02 kg
7726 770 x 580 x 265 mm 90 / 175 mm 10.3 kg
7745 770 x 580 x 450 mm 90 / 360 mm 15.5 kg
9413 939 x 352 x 137 mm 43 / 94 mm 6.7 kg
10826 1080 x 620 x 260 mm 60 / 200 mm 17 kg
10840 1080 x 620 x 400 mm 200 / 200 mm 19.8 kg
11413 1136 x 350 x 135 mm 42 / 93 mm 7.8 kg
13513 1350 x 350 x 135 mm 42 / 93 mm 8.7 kg
13527 1350 x 350 x 272 mm 42 / 230 mm 11.7 kg
15416 1540 x 377 x 160 mm 42 / 118 mm 11.3 kg

*Please see datasheet for full details.

Explorer Case datasheet

Download the datasheet (PDF format) for full technical details.

Download Explorer Case Datasheet

Stock colours

Please note that due to individual display settings, the colours you see on your screen may vary slightly from the actual material colour.

Black

Additional colours

These additional colours may be subject to minimum order quantities and/or extended lead times.

Orange

Green

Tan

Material/Technical

Foam inserts

Polyformes can add foam lining or custom foam inserts to Explorer Cases. We can also arrange for the addition of printing/labelling to the exterior surfaces (where possible).

Please get in touch with a member of our team to discuss your requirements.

Advantages

Benefits of Explorer cases

The benefits of using Explorer cases include:

IP67 rated, preventing dust and water ingress
Exceptionally durable, tough, and long-lasting protection.
Wheels and telescopic handles on larger cases for ease of handling.
Resistant to temperatures between -33°C and +90°C
Moulded stacking and padlockable locations.
Manufacturers' lifetime guarantee.
Can be customised with bespoke foam inserts.
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FAQs

Explorer Cases are completely water (and dust) proof. They have an IP67 rating, , meaning they can withstand full water immersion up to a depth of 1 meter for at least 30 minutes. All primary structural joints, load-tested handles, and lid hinges are also reinforced with heavy-duty, stainless steel pins. This prevents rust, swelling, and hardware failure, even when repeatedly exposed to saltwater and harsh industrial chemicals.

Explorer cases come with a full lifetime guarantee. This warranty covers any structural damage or manufacturing defects encountered during normal deployment. If the shell or a component cracks or fails, the manufacturer (GT Line) will repair or replace it free of charge.

All Explorer Cases feature reinforced, molded padlock holes next to the primary latches. These slots accommodate standard security padlocks, heavy-duty TSA locks, or zip-ties for secure shipping. This feature protects contents from theft and makes Explorer cases suitable for shipping in aircraft cargo holds.

Explorer Cases are frequently used as a military case. They are fully compliant with several military standards, specifically STANAG 4280 (Edition 2) and Def Stan 81-41 (Part 3) Level J, making them eligible for official NATO stock numbers (NSN).

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Process

A partnership approach

We don’t just supply protective cases – we gain a detailed understanding of our business and challenges before proposing a cost-effective solution that does exactly what you need.

Understanding

We discuss your requirements with you, gaining a full, detailed understanding of your project.

Develop

Using your products or CAD data, we develop a solution using appropriate materials.

Test

We provide pre-production samples for testing and assurance on fit and quality.

Manufacture

We manufacture your products in-house at our specialist foam conversion facility.

Support

We forge long term relationships, providing ongoing support and assistance.

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Why work with us?

Although at Polyformes we specialise in foam conversion, we have long supplied protective cases and similar industrial packaging solutions to a wide range of businesses.

In-house manufacture
We manufacture flight cases in-house to your exact requirements, customising the size, strength, appearance and features.
Customisation
We can also customise any protective cases already in use at your business, or supply cases and foam together to reduce your costs and admin.
Official Explorer Case stockists
We are the UK’s official (and largest) stockist of the Explore case range, allowing for short lead times and competitive pricing.
Expertise
Our team of experts can provide free, impartial advice on the best case and foam combination for your specific application or industry.
Custom inserts
Any protective case you source from Polyformes can be fully customised with precision-engineered foam inserts.
Part of Macfarlane Packaging
As part of Macfarlane, we also allow you to source a vast range of alternative cases, containers, boxes, and packaging.
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