Categories and Mechanisms
| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Automatic self-cleaning box | A box that removes waste mechanically after use, via rake or sift mechanisms or globe rotation. |
| Rake mechanism | A comb that draws clumps into a waste drawer after each visit. |
| Sift mechanism | A screen that separates granules from waste when the unit cycles. |
| App-controlled (smart) unit | A powered box with connectivity for status, control and logging in an app. |
| Covered / hooded box | A passive box with a lid and entry, reducing scatter and slowing scent escape. |
| Open-top box | The standard tray form, maximum visibility and access. |
| Litter box furniture | A cabinet that conceals a tray inside household furniture. |
| Entry height | Vertical distance from floor to the lowest lip of the opening; the key access dimension. |
| Sill height | The step at the entry the cat actually makes. |
| Interior footprint | Usable floor area inside the box, measured between the walls. |
| Fill line | A molded or printed mark showing the intended litter depth. |
| Golden sample | The sealed, dated unit both sides agree to build against, including its firmware record. |
Materials and Consumables
| Term | Definition |
|---|
| ABS | Rigid engineering thermoplastic common in shells needing precise cutouts and good finish. |
| PP (polypropylene) | Flexible, chemical-resistant thermoplastic common in trays and drawers. |
| BPA-free | A claim that the product contains no bisphenol A; ABS and PP shells are inherently consistent with it, backed by material documentation. |
| BPA | Bisphenol A, a substance associated with polycarbonate and epoxy resins. |
| Carbon filter | An activated carbon pad in the vent path that adsorbs odor; a consumable. |
| Litter liner | A removable bag or film lining the tray or drawer for easier cleaning. |
| Litter mat | A floor mat that traps granules tracked out of the box; an accessory category. |
| Clumping litter | Clay or plant litter that forms solid clumps on wetting, typically poured deeper. |
| Silica (crystal) litter | Absorbent granules that hold moisture and are stirred rather than scooped. |
| Pellet litter | Wood or paper pellets that absorb moisture and break down, used with sifting trays. |
| Dye lot | A production batch of colored material; shade varies slightly between lots. |
Electronics and Certification
| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Weight / occupancy sensing | Load sensing that defers cleaning cycles while a cat is on or in the unit. |
| Entry detection | Sensing at the opening that blocks cycles during approach or entry. |
| Anti-pinch stop | Motor current or contact sensing that halts motion on obstruction. |
| EMC | Electromagnetic compatibility; the EU directive framework for electronic emissions and immunity. |
| LVD | The EU low-voltage directive for electrical safety. |
| RED | The EU radio equipment directive, applying where wireless features exist. |
| RoHS | The EU restriction of hazardous substances in electronics. |
| REACH | The EU chemical safety regulation covering substances in materials. |
| FCC | The US regulatory framework for electronic emissions, including radios. |
| UKCA | The United Kingdom conformity marking for Great Britain. |
| Prop 65 | California right-to-know law requiring warnings for exposure to listed substances. |
| UL-style standard | Voluntary US safety standards often referenced for appliances in this category. |
| Firmware | The software inside the unit; its version is part of the product approval record. |
Trade and Logistics
| Term | Definition |
|---|
| MOQ | Minimum order quantity per model, color or component. |
| RFQ | Request for quotation; a structured inquiry that returns costed offers. |
| FOB | Free On Board; price covering goods on board the vessel at the origin port. |
| Ex-factory | Price covering goods at the factory gate. |
| OEM / ODM | Production to the buyer's design, or based on the factory's existing design. |
| Lead time | Time from order confirmation to delivery of a stage, such as samples or production. |
| Cube | The volume a shipment occupies; the controlling freight variable for bulky goods. |
| Flat-pack / nesting | Shipping designs disassembled or nested to reduce volume. |
| Landed cost | Total delivered cost including freight, insurance, duties, certification amortization and fees. |
| BOM | Bill of materials; the itemized component list. |
| Tech pack | The document package defining a product for quotation and production. |
| Carton mark | Printed markings identifying contents and destination on export cartons. |
Definitions that mention figures or frameworks are planning references; confirmed values come from the factory documents attached to a specific order, as structured in the resource center guides.