(This is all also in the README)
I commissioned prints for these models using PLA with 40% infill and they work like a charm.
- You will need to print the Rear Panel if you want to use the parts in the MOBO and GPU folders.
- The PSU folder needs to be printed to allow for the top radiator or top fans.
YOU WILL NEED TO PRINT SOME PARTS TWICE:
- 2x PSU Mounting Bracket
- 2x Component Rail
The Optional Parts were made to better secure the GPU as the Linkup Right Angle 5cm Riser was too long.
Print those if you want to secure the riser, but you may need to bend it. Your GPU will look crooked within the case otherwise.
The Experimental Parts folder contains un-tested parts that are 'improved' designs of prints I wanted to modify.
Print these at your own expense. I cannot guarantee that they will do what they were designed to do.
PLEASE NOTE:
YOU WILL NEED TO MANUALLY TAP THE HOLES IN THE PRINTS YOU USE TO SCREW, AND PROVIDE YOUR OWN SCREWS.
I USED 6-32 5/16in SCREWS FOR THE ENTIRE BUILD.
I CANNOT ANSWER ABOUT HEATED INSERTS, TRY THEM AT YOUR PERIL.
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POTENTIAL PROBLEMS:
- DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN ANYTHING! PLASTIC IS VERY PRONE TO STRIPPED THREADS!!!
- The Experimental Power Button Bracket may not fit properly with the front panel on, especially since I didn't test it.
- Also, if you forgo that bracket, you will have no mount for your power button. I see that an Etsy creator has one for a front button AND front I/O, so give that a whirl mayhaps?
The Long I/O:
- It may be too wide or too narrow to comfortably fit an I/O shield. The one I printed ended up being too wide, and I designed a narrower one, but forgot if I included it here.
- It MAY be slightly misaligned with the motherboard I/O, as the motherboard may sit too low for the shield.
- You're free to run WITHOUT the Long I/O Bracket, but it's a little weird.
The PSU Brackets:
- They might be too loose on the 'bottom' of the power supply, as I left 1mm of space to account for any fit issues.
- The screw holes meant to mount to Rail Panel might actually break the threads and form a crack to the nearest wall of the bracket.
- I include an alternative bracket design (Experimental Parts folder) to try to solve this, but it is also untested and I cannot guarantee that it will function as intended.
- They are not as rigid as I'd like?
The Rear Panel:
- It extends backwards from the case 3mm because it's not made of metal. This also leaves it 'hanging out' of the back which may seem unsightly if you look hard enough.
- I'm seeing if I can keep it flush with the side panels on so it looks real clean. I will release that design once I make it.
- The side panels may 'sag' downwards by 1mm, which is more of a cosmetic problem than anything.
- Is made of plastic, so you're actually able to flex the case a little. Be careful!
The GPU Bracket and PCIe Tab Holder:
- These were originally too deep and I had to shave them down 1mm to align the holes properly with the GPU PCIe Brackets.
- The design I included is shallower by 1mm, but is untested. Modifications may be necessary.
- The original PCIe Tab Holder actually needed 3/4in screws to mount to the GPU bracket, but the design I included SHOULD allow for the same 5/16 screws to mount to the GPU. Again, modifications may be necessary.
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THE FUTURE:
- Now that my project file has essentially recreated the entire case, I might be able to remove several parts and put out a simple Rear Panel.
- I am VERY interested in doing a Dual 280 radiator build in this case, with an EK FLT-80 somewhere. Once I actually make enough income to afford a watercooling rig, I will get to designing a mount for it.
- I might include all of the parts I ACTUALLY used just to ensure that everyone who downloads these are on the same page, but I'll have to note any problems that I had with those parts.
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Please contact me at u/Trinescity if you have any questions, if there's anything I left out, or if you have any feedback.
Feel free to buy me a coffee (https://ko-fi.com/trinescity) if these prints come out well for you :) I spent so long designing these, and didn't want to lock these behind a paywall, so it'd be greatly appreciated!
The author marked this model as their own original creation.