Long Drone Case: confirm internal dimensions first (equipment size plus foam allowance), then protection rating (IP67 is the benchmark) and shell material (PP for value, ABS for surface hardness, rotomolded PE for large sizes). Custom sizes available via tooling.
A drone case is a purpose-built transport case for quadcopters, batteries and controllers, with CNC-cut EVA or foam inserts shaped to the airframe to prevent impact and vibration damage in transit.
Long Drone Case: Product & Manufacturer Overview
kexinMaterials pairs impact-resistant molded shells with CNC-cut EVA interiors matched to your airframe. Popular mapping, spraying and inspection platforms are already in our insert database; for custom builds we 3D-scan the aircraft and cut a dedicated layout for props, gimbal, batteries and controller.
For buyers, the true cost of a Long Drone Case is more than unit price: carton specs shape freight, and spare parts and replenishment shape long-term use. kexinMaterials optimizes container loading and ships wear-part kits with volume orders to lower your total cost of ownership.
Key Specifications
| Shell material | Modified PP / ABS / molded EVA composite |
|---|---|
| Protection rating | IP67 |
| Interior | Airframe-specific EVA, anti-static foam, LiPo-safe compartment |
| Carry options | Handle / trolley wheels / hard-shell backpack |
| Fits | Multirotor UAVs, FPV drones, underwater ROVs, robots & accessories |
| Customization | 3D-scan foam cutting, logo printing, colors, co-packing |
How kexinMaterials Compares
| Dimension | kexinMaterials | Generic market cases |
|---|---|---|
| Protection | IP67 + silicone gasket + pressure valve for field use | Often unsealed, risky in rain |
| Foam | Model-specific CNC-cut library (mapping/spraying/inspection) | Generic foam, props/gimbal crushed |
| Battery safety | Separate battery bay, flame-retardant foam, venting | Batteries mixed with airframe, no isolation |
| Strength/weight | Modified PP copolymer, thin yet tough, lighter kit | Uneven walls, heavier overall |
| MOQ | Stock for popular models, custom from 100 pcs | Mostly reselling, high custom barrier |
| Export docs | UN38.3 / ISTA 3A guidance provided | Compliance docs missing |
Standards & Industry Data
Export Compliance Essentials
EU-bound cases require CE marking and REACH compliance (phthalates such as DEHP/DBP each below 0.1% in soft parts); hard cases sold via Amazon FBA need ISTA 3A transit-drop certification; shipping drones or devices with lithium batteries additionally involves UN38.3 and IATA rules. A legitimate source factory provides these test reports directly.
Market Size & Growth
The global industrial protective case market was worth about USD 2.05 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 2.88 billion by 2032 (5.0% CAGR). Military & defense is the largest application (~30%), drone-related cases are the fastest-growing niche, North America is the largest region and APAC grows fastest.
Foam Inserts (EVA / PU / XLPE)
Three insert materials dominate: EVA (closed-cell, waterproof, firm support for precision instruments), PU foam (open-cell, soft cushioning, economical) and XLPE (chemically inert, non-shedding — preferred for medical and optics). CNC pockets are cut from the equipment's 3D data; drawing-to-first-sample typically takes 1–2 weeks.
Typical Applications
- Mapping and inspection UAV field operations
- Agricultural drone transport between sites
- Underwater ROV dockside and onboard storage
- FPV racing and training carry
- OEM co-packing for drone manufacturers
- Robot prototype shipping for R&D labs
Sizing & Selection Guide
To size a Long Drone Case, measure the largest 3D dimensions of the payload and allow 30–50 mm per side for foam, then match against internal case dimensions. Above 30 kg payloads, add wheels and reinforced bases.
kexinMaterials stocks a full size run from personal cases to large transit trunks with published internal dimensions; if nothing fits, we evaluate mold revisions or new tooling — selection advice is free.
Manufacturing Process
Injection-molded shells deliver maximum protection for complete aircraft and ground stations, while thermo-compressed EVA composite shells serve weight-critical backpack applications. Battery compartments use flame-retardant compounds with engineered vent paths.
Field Case Studies
Developed 8,000 transit cases with separate blade and battery bays; zero transport-damage complaints across the 2023 peak season.
1,500 CNC-cut cases for a hexacopter with tablet and controller bays, passing ISTA 3A transit testing.
About kexinMaterials
KeXin New Materials (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. (brand: kexinMaterials) is a source factory for engineered plastic cases based in Guangdong, China, operating injection, rotational and blow molding lines with an in-house tool shop. Nine product series serve buyers worldwide — from military and drone cases to medical, photography and business lines.
Why kexinMaterials: factory-direct pricing with no middle-man margin; three molding processes under one roof; in-house tooling for controlled lead times; batch drop and seal testing; factory audits, samples-first and third-party QC all supported.