Soldato
The one you've posted in the article looks _ok_ but there's something about it which doesn't really make it look great.
Building a wooden computer case, good idea or crazy?
- Thread starter Dutch Guy
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(...just another rethink of the ducting idea)
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|..../............HD.........__PSU_.....~~~~~~~|
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|./.......X..######....|..........|..................... ->
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move HD fan further into duct so it's next to HD's
move the PSU further back into box
remove both PSU fans and the metal cover of the PSU.
use the HD fan to cool both the HD and the PSU
(additional heat load from HD's should be low enough)
line the exit tube from the PSU with sound absorbing material,
this will reduce the exit noise of the fans air flow
based on the idea that air flow in a "tube" doesn't require a fan at both ends, as it's only going to flow one way.
I guess the fan will need to push v.slightly more c.f.m to counteract the increased sidewall friction of the sound absorbtion material and the PSU.
+ moving the fan (further) inboard removes the reflected blade noise
+ removes 2 fans from the noise total
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|......--------------------------------------+
|..../............HD.........__PSU_.....~~~~~~~|
|../......X..######....|..........|......................->
|./.......X..######....|..........|..................... ->
||........X..######....|______|...~~~~~~~|
||..../=============================+
...^
move HD fan further into duct so it's next to HD's
move the PSU further back into box
remove both PSU fans and the metal cover of the PSU.
use the HD fan to cool both the HD and the PSU
(additional heat load from HD's should be low enough)
line the exit tube from the PSU with sound absorbing material,
this will reduce the exit noise of the fans air flow
based on the idea that air flow in a "tube" doesn't require a fan at both ends, as it's only going to flow one way.
I guess the fan will need to push v.slightly more c.f.m to counteract the increased sidewall friction of the sound absorbtion material and the PSU.
+ moving the fan (further) inboard removes the reflected blade noise
+ removes 2 fans from the noise total
.
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I'm thinking of making a wooden case too; but I was thinking of starting with a very cheap standard case, removing all the panels (leaving just the carcass) and then attaching wooden panels on each side. I was thinking about using plywood as the layered effect looks good (and it's considerably cheaper than using solid wood!). With a slot loading DVD and some wooden buttons / knobs for power and fan controls it should look pretty... interesting.
Probbaly only a pipe dream at the moment though
Probbaly only a pipe dream at the moment though
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Here ya go , Danger Den does them!! i don;t think i can post the full link as it's a DD shop/webstore thing
Danger Den Custom Wood Cases
History:
One of the Danger Den founders, Dennis Leach, has always wanted a "furniture" quality case configured with the options he wanted. This dream started many years ago, and finally after many trials, adjustments, and final touches...it is here. This is a complete "custom" type order. This page will be a work in progress. As this will be custom built for EVERY customer it will take time. Every detail will be worked out before the case goes into construction. Dennis will personally help every customer to start.
Description:
This page will develop as more pictures are taken of some of the many options available to you, the customer. It will be a very thorough process. Every option will have a documented image to help you envision the final product.
Options:
Wood Type (Cherry, Oak, Mahogany) all 5/8" Thick Solid Wood
Wood Finish (high luster, flat, etc.)
Number of Visible (cutout) 5 1/4" Drive Bays in the front
Number of Visible (cutout) 3 1/2" " Drive Bays in the front
Number of internal drive bays for each size
Size of radiator and mounting location
Fillport location, size, and color
Power switch location
Fan locations
LCD cutouts
Additional cutouts
Custom LASER engraving (Wood or Acrylic)
Danger Den Custom Wood Cases
History:
One of the Danger Den founders, Dennis Leach, has always wanted a "furniture" quality case configured with the options he wanted. This dream started many years ago, and finally after many trials, adjustments, and final touches...it is here. This is a complete "custom" type order. This page will be a work in progress. As this will be custom built for EVERY customer it will take time. Every detail will be worked out before the case goes into construction. Dennis will personally help every customer to start.
Description:
This page will develop as more pictures are taken of some of the many options available to you, the customer. It will be a very thorough process. Every option will have a documented image to help you envision the final product.
Options:
Wood Type (Cherry, Oak, Mahogany) all 5/8" Thick Solid Wood
Wood Finish (high luster, flat, etc.)
Number of Visible (cutout) 5 1/4" Drive Bays in the front
Number of Visible (cutout) 3 1/2" " Drive Bays in the front
Number of internal drive bays for each size
Size of radiator and mounting location
Fillport location, size, and color
Power switch location
Fan locations
LCD cutouts
Additional cutouts
Custom LASER engraving (Wood or Acrylic)
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Soldato
hmmmmm :\ I'm still not convinced about wood cases, I think it's the drives being shown, they don't go with wood so I would suggest a door.
I think you've got a good layout there Dutch Guy
I think you've got a good layout there Dutch Guy
I've been working on a 1/2 wood pc system for quite a few weeks now, the lower section is mdf spray painted black with a perspex cover to add luster and shine, the upper section is a normal silver and black case. The lower section has been designed to hold a watercooling system. Its not finished yet but its getting there
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