W31 D0n9
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After searching for an open-air pc case, and only finding a few offerings (from Thermaltake, Lian-Li, Feros, InWin), then researching fully DIY build projects, I was inspired to design something on my own. I wanted something that had the quality and polish of the branded cases, with a more customizable layout, and less of a commitment than a scratch-build, although kept the endless design potential afforded when building from scratch.
I ended up with a simple, panel design that uses evenly spaced mounting holes across the entire surface for individual component mounting, and several well-positioned cable pass-through sockets for routing cables, peripherals, and the power cord behind the panel. (Think of a breadboard, but made of metal and with round mounting holes) It is a durable, open-air, open-platform design, aiming for near universal compatibility with current accessories and mountable products, that allows for unique component configurations limited only by the user's imagination. Essentially, it is a blank canvas for modders and DIYers to display their pc art.
Now I'm wondering if anyone else would be interested in such an offering and how this design could be improved. If the response is substantial enough, I'll submit the design for prototyping. Let me know what you all think. All questions and feedback are most welcome.
Cheers
I ended up with a simple, panel design that uses evenly spaced mounting holes across the entire surface for individual component mounting, and several well-positioned cable pass-through sockets for routing cables, peripherals, and the power cord behind the panel. (Think of a breadboard, but made of metal and with round mounting holes) It is a durable, open-air, open-platform design, aiming for near universal compatibility with current accessories and mountable products, that allows for unique component configurations limited only by the user's imagination. Essentially, it is a blank canvas for modders and DIYers to display their pc art.
Now I'm wondering if anyone else would be interested in such an offering and how this design could be improved. If the response is substantial enough, I'll submit the design for prototyping. Let me know what you all think. All questions and feedback are most welcome.
Cheers