Einbauart

Einbauart is a term used in German technical documentation to indicate the installation type or mounting arrangement of a device or component within a system. It describes how the item is intended to be integrated, including the enclosure, panel, rack, or chassis in which it is installed, and the interfaces it uses for mounting and cooling.

In practice, Einbauart helps manufacturers, engineers and procurement specialists determine compatibility with enclosures, mounting hardware, connectors, and safety requirements. It influences mechanical fit, heat dissipation, accessibility, and regulatory compliance. The concept is common in electrical engineering, control systems, industrial automation, and consumer electronics, and appears on product data sheets and catalogs.

Typical installation types include panel-mount (mounted in a control panel or panel cutout), chassis- or rack-mount (installed in equipment frames or racks), and DIN-rail mounting for enclosures. For printed circuit boards, mounting refers to through-hole or surface-mount methods. The exact terminology varies by manufacturer and standard; specifications label the installation type to indicate where the device is intended to be installed. When selecting components, the Einbauart must be compatible with the intended enclosure size, mounting hardware, and ventilation provisions.