Hey guys!
* Note: my previous post was unfortunately deleted after 1 year of developing the case together with people of Overclockers UK. I think this is because I posted the Kickstarter link once the campaign had launched.
Happy to present our first SFF project: MJOLNIR – 9.7L Unibody mini-ITX Case. My name is Alex and I'm the founder of THOR ZONE, if you have any questions / ideas / feedback just let me know and I'm sure we'll come up with something amazing together
Official Website
MJOLNIR is manufactured using high-precision casting, a rather complicated process that allows us to make something truly unique and solid. You will have the option to choose between 2 different finishes, aluminium or tempered glass side panels as well as programmable RGB lighting. All editions will have fully detachable internal frames, reversible layout, custom dust filters and support for both air coolers and 120 mm AIOs.
This project is the result of many minds working together across multiple platforms such as the SFF-forum, Reddit, Sweclockers, Overclockers UK, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. We're truly grateful for all your support!
Cheers,
Alex
* Note: my previous post was unfortunately deleted after 1 year of developing the case together with people of Overclockers UK. I think this is because I posted the Kickstarter link once the campaign had launched.
Happy to present our first SFF project: MJOLNIR – 9.7L Unibody mini-ITX Case. My name is Alex and I'm the founder of THOR ZONE, if you have any questions / ideas / feedback just let me know and I'm sure we'll come up with something amazing together
Official Website
MJOLNIR is manufactured using high-precision casting, a rather complicated process that allows us to make something truly unique and solid. You will have the option to choose between 2 different finishes, aluminium or tempered glass side panels as well as programmable RGB lighting. All editions will have fully detachable internal frames, reversible layout, custom dust filters and support for both air coolers and 120 mm AIOs.
Size and Finishes
MJOLNIR comes in 2 premium finishes: DARK and STEEL. These are achieved by first blasting the cases with tiny glass particles, creating a sparkly matt finish, and later on anodized them to their appropriate color. Apples' space gray is a pretty good approximation of what you'll get with DARK. I hope the 50cl / 33cl cans help you get a good grasp of its tiny size
MJOLNIR comes in 2 premium finishes: DARK and STEEL. These are achieved by first blasting the cases with tiny glass particles, creating a sparkly matt finish, and later on anodized them to their appropriate color. Apples' space gray is a pretty good approximation of what you'll get with DARK. I hope the 50cl / 33cl cans help you get a good grasp of its tiny size
Lighting
MJOLNIR RGB Edition comes equipped with a bluetooth controlled, programmable lighting setup capable of 16 million colors. In some cases you may be able to hook up the LED strips directly to your motherboard, given that it has at least one 5V RGB header capable of controlling multiple LEDs.
MJOLNIR RGB Edition comes equipped with a bluetooth controlled, programmable lighting setup capable of 16 million colors. In some cases you may be able to hook up the LED strips directly to your motherboard, given that it has at least one 5V RGB header capable of controlling multiple LEDs.
Side Panels
For top / side panels you can choose to go with either aluminium or tempered glass. If you want good airflow we suggest choosing the aluminium ones, seeing as they are ventilated. However, if you want to show off your epic hardware, tempered glass is a great choice for you. As seen in above pics, air can pass through the 5 mm opening around each glass panel; however, airflow can be further improved by using the included 5 mm standoffs and mounting the glass panels on the outside (adding additional 10 mm between them and the CPU / GPU fans).
For top / side panels you can choose to go with either aluminium or tempered glass. If you want good airflow we suggest choosing the aluminium ones, seeing as they are ventilated. However, if you want to show off your epic hardware, tempered glass is a great choice for you. As seen in above pics, air can pass through the 5 mm opening around each glass panel; however, airflow can be further improved by using the included 5 mm standoffs and mounting the glass panels on the outside (adding additional 10 mm between them and the CPU / GPU fans).
Internal Frame
MJOLNIR features a completely removable internal frame for easy hardware installation, cable routing, cleaning and testing. When you're done, simply insert it back into the unibody enclosure and turn the lock nut (located on the back) 90° counter-clockwise.
MJOLNIR features a completely removable internal frame for easy hardware installation, cable routing, cleaning and testing. When you're done, simply insert it back into the unibody enclosure and turn the lock nut (located on the back) 90° counter-clockwise.
Flip Orientation
You can reverse layout by simply flipping the internal frame 180° and inserting it back into the unibody enclosure. This may also increase AIO efficiency since the reservoir will be located above the pump instead of underneath it. To ensure the best cooling performance with the flipped layout we recommend that you mount the bottom dust filter on top instead.
You can reverse layout by simply flipping the internal frame 180° and inserting it back into the unibody enclosure. This may also increase AIO efficiency since the reservoir will be located above the pump instead of underneath it. To ensure the best cooling performance with the flipped layout we recommend that you mount the bottom dust filter on top instead.
Air Cooling
MJOLNIR is compatible with 2 x 120 mm fans, one under the PSU and one under the Motherboard. We recommend configuring these fans for intake; effectively cooling off the PSU and VRMs by driving airflow from the bottom of the case out through the top.
MJOLNIR is compatible with 2 x 120 mm fans, one under the PSU and one under the Motherboard. We recommend configuring these fans for intake; effectively cooling off the PSU and VRMs by driving airflow from the bottom of the case out through the top.
Water Cooling
MJOLNIR is compatible with 1 x 120 mm AIO, we strongly recommend using one if you decide to go with high-TDP CPUs from Intel or AMD. Additionally, you can also use 1 x 120 mm low-profile fan under the Motherboard to cool off the VRMs. It is also possible to set up a custom loop using a pump / block combo.
MJOLNIR is compatible with 1 x 120 mm AIO, we strongly recommend using one if you decide to go with high-TDP CPUs from Intel or AMD. Additionally, you can also use 1 x 120 mm low-profile fan under the Motherboard to cool off the VRMs. It is also possible to set up a custom loop using a pump / block combo.
Hardware Compatibility
Graphics Card (GPU)
Note: Standard PCIe power connectors with cables add about 22 mm (0.86") of height to your GPU, a solution might be to use GPUs with recessed power connectors or buy low-profile PCIe power connectors from electronics vendors.
AIO
Note: Only compatible with SFX PSUs
CPU Cooler
Max height: 53mm (2.1")
Case Fans
2 x 120 mm fans
Max height – Under the PSU: 55mm (2.2")
Max height – Under MOBO: 15mm (0.6")
Note: Case fans over 25mm (1.0") in height are only compatible with SFX PSUs
Motherboard (MOBO)
mini-ITX
RAM
Max height: 57mm (2.3")
Power Supply (PSU)
SFX or SFX-L
Storage Drives
2.5" Standard
Max height: 7mm (0.28") or 15mm (0.6")
Max number: 2 x 7mm (0.28") or 1 x 15mm (0.6")
Graphics Card (GPU)
Note: Standard PCIe power connectors with cables add about 22 mm (0.86") of height to your GPU, a solution might be to use GPUs with recessed power connectors or buy low-profile PCIe power connectors from electronics vendors.
AIO
Note: Only compatible with SFX PSUs
CPU Cooler
Max height: 53mm (2.1")
Case Fans
2 x 120 mm fans
Max height – Under the PSU: 55mm (2.2")
Max height – Under MOBO: 15mm (0.6")
Note: Case fans over 25mm (1.0") in height are only compatible with SFX PSUs
Motherboard (MOBO)
mini-ITX
RAM
Max height: 57mm (2.3")
Power Supply (PSU)
SFX or SFX-L
Storage Drives
2.5" Standard
Max height: 7mm (0.28") or 15mm (0.6")
Max number: 2 x 7mm (0.28") or 1 x 15mm (0.6")
MJOLNIR Dimensions, Volume and Weight
Dimensions
354mm (13.9") x 209mm (8.2") x 131mm (5.1")
Volume
9.7 liters
Weight – With Aluminium Panels
3.9 kg
Weight – With Glass Panels
3.0 kg
Dimensions
354mm (13.9") x 209mm (8.2") x 131mm (5.1")
Volume
9.7 liters
Weight – With Aluminium Panels
3.9 kg
Weight – With Glass Panels
3.0 kg
Official links
THOR ZONE
We're a Swedish tech startup with an ambition to push the limits of tech design and quality. Initial product lineup:
We're a Swedish tech startup with an ambition to push the limits of tech design and quality. Initial product lineup:
- MJOLNIR - 9.7L Unibody mini-ITX Case
- THOR I - Water Cooled eGPU (If you are interested in THOR I, subscribe to our release list.)
- Emil Blomkvist - KTH Royal Institute of Technology - PHD
- Adam Brinkman - Chalmers University of Technology - Master's degree
- Johan Larsson Hörkén - Chalmers University of Technology - Master's degree
- Oscar Öhlin - LTU Luleå University of Technology - Master's degree
- Måns Lögdlund - LiU Linköpings Universitet - Master's degree
- Denize Forsman - GU School of Business, Economics and Law - Master's degree
- Alexander Baranov - GU School of Business, Economics and Law - Master's degree *I'm far more a tech guy than an economist*
This project is the result of many minds working together across multiple platforms such as the SFF-forum, Reddit, Sweclockers, Overclockers UK, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. We're truly grateful for all your support!
Cheers,
Alex
This poll will decide the outcome and finalize the aluminium panel design.
Also, I'll make sure to film the new RGB setup in action before Saturday. But for now, grab some popcorn and marvel at what you & us have developed together:
Also, the first review unit is now in the hands of an epic tech reviewer!
