Comparison

Hard vs Soft Case

Hard vs soft case: hard cases deliver IP67, MIL-STD, lockable, stackable. Soft cases trade ruggedness for weight and price.

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5 Key Takeaways: Hard vs Soft Case

Application: Hard vs Soft Case – protective case solution in PP/ABS/Aluminum/HD-PE
Use case: industrial, MRO, defense, medical, photography, music...
Material: PP / ABS / Aluminum / HD-PE, IP rating IP54–IP68, CNC foam inlay
Order: MOQ 500 pieces per Pantone color, 30–45 days lead time, CE/RoHS/REACH/ISO 9001/BSCI
Shipping: EXW Guangdong (pickup) or FOB Shenzhen / Ningbo. B2B only – no end-consumer sales

Hard vs Soft Case: Overview

Hard vs soft case comparison: hard cases (Kexin PP/ABS/PC/aluminium) deliver IP67/IP68 sealing per IEC 60529, MIL-STD-810H drop and vibration resistance, lockable TSA-approved latches, stackable design, and custom CNC foam inserts. Soft cases (backpacks, padded bags) trade rugged protection for lower weight (~1–3 kg) and lower price, but cannot survive 26 drops from 1.2 m or submersion. For B2B buyers transporting sensitive equipment, hard cases provide better ROI over 5+ year service life. Kexin hard cases: MOQ 500 pieces, EXW Guangdong or FOB Shenzhen/Ningbo.

Specifications

Material	PP / ABS / PC / Aluminum
Lead time	30–45 days
Minimum order quantity	500 pieces
Origin	Guangdong, China
Certificates	CE / RoHS / REACH / ISO 9001 / BSCI

Features

IP67/IP68 waterproof and dustproof (optional IP68 to 5 m depth)
MIL-STD-810H drop and shock resistance, 26+ drops from 1.2 m
Custom CNC-cut foam insert tailored to your device
Pantone-matched colour from 500-piece MOQ
TSA lock, pressure-equalization valve, O-ring seal
EXW Guangdong factory or FOB Shenzhen / Ningbo, 30–45 day lead time

Applications

The Hard vs Soft Case is used across many industries: industrial, photography, drone, defense, medical, rescue, radio, surveying, marine and more. OEM/ODM customization is standard.

Frequently asked questions

Which is better?

For mission-critical gear (cameras, drones, medical, defense), hard cases are the only choice. For daily light carry, soft bags may suffice. Kexin specializes in hard cases.

What certifications and industries are Hard vs Soft Case suited for?

CE, RoHS 2/3, REACH, ISO 9001:2015, BSCI audited. IP67/IP68 test reports and MIL-STD-810H on request. Common B2B industries: competitive positioning — buyers comparing OEM case brands for B2B procurement.

Lead time and shipping terms for Hard vs Soft Case?

30-45 working days after artwork approval. We ship EXW Guangdong factory or FOB Shenzhen / Ningbo. Sea freight 25-30 days to EU, 18-22 days to US West Coast, 12-18 days to Southeast Asia. Air freight on request. Customer arranges import customs and last-mile.

What is the MOQ for Hard vs Soft Case? Can I customize logo and color?

MOQ starts at 500 pieces for custom Pantone in-mould color and logo. Heat-stamp logo available from 100 pieces. Sample lead time 7-10 days, bulk 30-45 days after artwork approval. EXW Guangdong factory or FOB Shenzhen / Ningbo. T/T 30/70 standard. We do not offer DDP or overseas warehouse.