"Cleandustrial" - now wall-mounted

[kkpatel87]

No. What I need is a quiality shielded cable/extender. I've only found one, what I've linked. And Probably will buy one once I know where's the "cheapest".

And thanks for the myus.com link. I'll check them for sure!

In the meantime I've got the missing USB 3.0 cable but I've messed something up (probably the superspeed wires) so it only runs 2.0 mode now on the second front I/O slot. Have to check it again tomorrow.

What I really need, is money or some sponsors to make some progress But it's usually the case with most builds.

 

The 3m one is pretty solid, we use them on aircraft for certain applications. I am using one in my slim performance build.

[Guest]

There's a new company called Li-Heat that's offering quality PCIe 3.0 extenders at reasonable prices, not sure if you can get one shipped to Hungary though: http://www.ebay.com/itm/PCI-Express-PCI-E-16X-Riser-Card-3-0-X16-to-X16-250mm-high-speed-Flexible-Cable-/121169471481

 

Someone on OCN got one and they're legit: http://www.overclock.net/t/1526575/build-log-little-mac-4-2l-gaming-htpc/60_20#post_23409506

Thank you! I've checked it. They do not ship here. And probably not long enough (but could be because the right angle socket). But will search them around the web.

 

 

The 3m one is pretty solid, we use them on aircraft for certain applications. I am using one in my slim performance build.

Thanks for the reply! I'm quite sure they are the best around now. 3M stuff is usually good stuff.

[GregEl]

Amazing so far! I love that aluminium parts also. My 3D printer uses them. Do you plan to have lighting? (LED strips) Also are you using any acrylic? Since you are good at 3D design have you thought of having 3D printed parts? Supports, connectors, covers etc.

[Guest]

Amazing so far! I love that aluminium parts also. My 3D printer uses them. Do you plan to have lighting? (LED strips) Also are you using any acrylic? Since you are good at 3D design have you thought of having 3D printed parts? Supports, connectors, covers etc.

Thank you! This profiles are made to build machine frames. I love them as well.

I did not plan to put in lights so far. I don't think I could hide them well. Also I did not use my lights in my previous case. The first ones I'd install is the back I/O light because it's hard to plug in things under a desk.

And I did not think about using 3D printed parts, since I don't need anything special. The few brackets I use could be made from sheet aluminium, and most of them are not visible in the end. Also I don't plan to use any real covers. One of the goal with the build is to make everything nice enough that I don't need to cover them. But the PCI-e riser cable could be change this since it will be longer than needed. And yeah. I don't have a 3D printer to use, or the money to have anything printed. Or even a part that I need to be printed. Although I love designing custome stuff. I'd definitely would make more projects if I had the founds. (I'm more into cnc machined parts than 3D printed. I have some stuff made for building guitars which is one of my other hobbies)

One thing I've been thinking about is a motherboard water block to replace the factory heatsinks since there won't be any more fans than the ones on the rads. But I hope they will provide enough airflow. I'm quite sure I could plan one and make it machined out but there are more necessary parts I don't have money for right now.

I want the sidepanels to be glass instead of acrylic, but again it's far away right now. So the only acrylic would be the pipes. I know the industrial design could use copper instead but they won't look as good as the black&white double waterloop which was also one of the core design features. Maybe I'll do some test renders with copper pipes. Connectors are standard, with crimped pins. The only "real custome" parts are the fan hub and my USB 3.0 sockets in the front I/O.

Which leads me to my post from yesterday. I plugged in the 19 pin connector in the other socket on the mobo and now both front usb3 plugs are good. Checked the manual but did not see if one of the 4 ports (provided by the two 19 pin connectors) would be only 2.0. Needs further investigation.

[GregEl]

Thank you! This profiles are made to build machine frames. I love them as well.

I did not plan to put in lights so far. I don't think I could hide them well. Also I did not use my lights in my previous case. The first ones I'd install is the back I/O light because it's hard to plug in things under a desk.

And I did not think about using 3D printed parts, since I don't need anything special. The few brackets I use could be made from sheet aluminium, and most of them are not visible in the end. Also I don't plan to use any real covers. One of the goal with the build is to make everything nice enough that I don't need to cover them. But the PCI-e riser cable could be change this since it will be longer than needed. And yeah. I don't have a 3D printer to use, or the money to have anything printed. Or even a part that I need to be printed. Although I love designing custome stuff. I'd definitely would make more projects if I had the founds. (I'm more into cnc machined parts than 3D printed. I have some stuff made for building guitars which is one of my other hobbies)

One thing I've been thinking about is a motherboard water block to replace the factory heatsinks since there won't be any more fans than the ones on the rads. But I hope they will provide enough airflow. I'm quite sure I could plan one and make it machined out but there are more necessary parts I don't have money for right now.

I want the sidepanels to be glass instead of acrylic, but again it's far away right now. So the only acrylic would be the pipes. I know the industrial design could use copper instead but they won't look as good as the black&white double waterloop which was also one of the core design features. Maybe I'll do some test renders with copper pipes. Connectors are standard, with crimped pins. The only "real custome" parts are the fan hub and my USB 3.0 sockets in the front I/O.

Which leads me to my post from yesterday. I plugged in the 19 pin connector in the other socket on the mobo and now both front usb3 plugs are good. Checked the manual but did not see if one of the 4 ports (provided by the two 19 pin connectors) would be only 2.0. Needs further investigation.

 

I agree on your thoughts about the lights, glass and pipes! I am 90% sure that the chipset will be cooled enough just as it is from the air going through the front radiator unless you completely obstruct it with the res and cables. Although, if you think it could help and make a cleaner tubing run then go for the chipset waterblock. Alphacool and Koolance have universal chipset waterblocks that you could look into.

 

Now about 3D printing there are cheap ways to get something 3D printed. Just google 3D hubs. I have a hub in Greece. And if you want to get ideas about 3D printers and PC cases you can see this shapeways blog.

 

Also off topic do you make classical guitars? I will make a Friederich replica cedar top this summer.

[Guest]

I agree on your thoughts about the lights, glass and pipes! I am 90% sure that the chipset will be cooled enough just as it is from the air going through the front radiator unless you completely obstruct it with the res and cables. Although, if you think it could help and make a cleaner tubing run then go for the chipset waterblock. Alphacool and Koolance have universal chipset waterblocks that you could look into.

 

Now about 3D printing there are cheap ways to get something 3D printed. Just google 3D hubs. I have a hub in Greece. And if you want to get ideas about 3D printers and PC cases you can see this shapeways blog.

 

Also off topic do you make classical guitars? I will make a Friederich replica cedar top this summer.

Thanks. I'll check the site if I plan to 3D print something.

About the guitars: no only solidbody electrics. I made a telly with P90s , and a JazzBass copy for my friend. And some half projects with factory squier necks. (That's how I've started)

[DildorTheDecent]

I don't think the VRMs would get too hot, it looks like air will circulate enough to cool them down. Especially the top heatsink looks like it will get enough cooling.

Benchinh they can push 60-70C but they're are rated to 130-135C.

[Guest]

If anyones's interested, the project is not dead.
I didn't have much income in the past few months so... I only managed to get the money for the PSU. I've ordered a Seasonic Platinum 1000W (should arrive early next week). I'm hoping the fan will stay off even while gaming. My APC backup showed around 260-270W output while playing with my recent PSU. I don't think I'll start making the custom cables until I've got the GPU in the right place and having the new SSDs.

 

Also I've got the perforated sheet aluminium to cover the in/outtakes. It will take a few weeks to arrive though, it's at my brother's place at the moment.
After I got the said material and a few days to work on I'll put up some pictures. Still not sure how I'll do the "filter". I've got 5mm thick black foam/sponge/dust filter material, but I may have to buy 3mm, thinner one which could also add a few weeks of waiting time.

The next step would be to buy the frickin expensive PCI-e cable. I hope I'll get there in the spring or early summer.
 

[XYOUNEED]

-Snip-

Had the same with my build Some things are expensive. You got a nice design and some nice idea's in your head, no worries mate! 

[Trik'Stari]

That case is just plain sexy. Would have gone for a black and chrome theme to maintain the industrial look. White to me seems more of a "scientific equipment" theme

[Guest]

Had the same with my build Some things are expensive. You got a nice design and some nice idea's in your head, no worries mate! 

 

I feel you. Unfortunately most the the things are expensive. At least what I need to finish the project. (PCI-e cable, SSDs, another pump, pumptop, res., rigid tubing, and a bunch of fittings) I could have bought a cheaper, midrange used car with this amount of money And thank you!

 

 

That case is just plain sexy. Would have gone for a black and chrome theme to maintain the industrial look. White to me seems more of a "scientific equipment" theme

 

Thanks! Most of the machines and stuff I saw in workshops, factories and similar places are usually bare alimunium or stainless steel.

So I probably keep the brushed/clean aluminium for the frame and sheets. I'm not sure what you see white. The only white parts are the LEDs and the coolant in one of the loops.

The renders could be misleading since I did not fiddle with proper materials/textures.

I maybe change my mind by the time I finish it. Anodizing the AL parts to a gunmetal grey or something could be cool.

I've also made a quick test in 3ds max with copper tubing but it did not look cool in this build for me.

[Guest]

So I got some stuff, and built some stuff:

Half of the back side, which I did not show before, but done long ago:

 
The new PSU in the jungle:



And the almost done air filters (I'm waiting for the foam inside, since the one I got is a bit too thick)


 

 
 

 


I know most of the pics are blurry and bad, sorry. I've got no time, talent and equipment to take good shots. But I'll have some good ones made if the project will ever be done.

2 more pictures if you'd like:

 

[Raboo]

Very nice, looks great.

[Guest]

Very nice, looks great.

 

Thank you

 

an industrial theme build and a minimalistic design, you've got my attention

 

and Thank you!

Also the PCI-e cable is on it's way. Should arrive today or tomorrow. I really hope it'll work.

Now I just need some time.

[Guest]

Neat!

 

I would highly recommend dipping all of the raw aluminum pieces in clear chem conversion coating to inhibit corroding.

Thank you. Sorry, it looks like I've run over this comment before.

The profiles are painted in silver if I'm correct, but the sheets are bare/raw. I'm still not sure about the finish. I could put a clear coat on them for sure, but I also don't mind having some used/aged look. I don't think I'll have any real bad corrosion or rotting like when the Al turns into that white dusty cr@p.

I'll figure it out when everything's done.

And little update as well: I got the 3M PCI-e cable. It looks like awesome quality, for sure (especially comparing to the cheap chinise cables). Not sure when I could put it in use, but want to do ASAP.

Next on the shopping list is the 500GB SSD.

[ciobanulx]

Really nice work on the case! Can't wait to see the finished product! Subbed

[Trik'Stari]

I feel you. Unfortunately most the the things are expensive. At least what I need to finish the project. (PCI-e cable, SSDs, another pump, pumptop, res., rigid tubing, and a bunch of fittings) I could have bought a cheaper, midrange used car with this amount of money And thank you!

 

 

 

Thanks! Most of the machines and stuff I saw in workshops, factories and similar places are usually bare alimunium or stainless steel.

So I probably keep the brushed/clean aluminium for the frame and sheets. I'm not sure what you see white. The only white parts are the LEDs and the coolant in one of the loops.

The renders could be misleading since I did not fiddle with proper materials/textures.

I maybe change my mind by the time I finish it. Anodizing the AL parts to a gunmetal grey or something could be cool.

I've also made a quick test in 3ds max with copper tubing but it did not look cool in this build for me.

Ahh, I was looking at the 3d rendering which appears more white to me. I still think that the white in the coolant loop is a bit odd. I tried asking @LukaP if there was some kind of way to dye water to make it appear as liquid metal, but sadly mercury and gallium are the only options there, and while mercury would work, it would be so ridiculously difficult to do that it isn't even worth considering, mainly because of weight and electrical conductivity.

[Guest]

So I got the cable and videocard installed. I'm not gonna write a bunch about it, it's pretty straight forward.
Heres a few pictures (potato quality as always):

 

 

A few foam pads under the PSU plate, temporary. The lip on the left helps keeping it straight, only 2 screws can be used on the back so secure the PSU.

The excess cable fits nicely under there.

 

 

Two small L "brackets" help holding the card and cable end. They are srewed onto the bottom plate (not yet on the picture):

 

The card is secured with 3 screws as well. (One is down in the corner, inside, no good picture of that):

 

 

 

Tubing is temporary of course. The fittings I have are not optimal but I hope they will work until I make the hard tubing.

Also the green PCBs on the riser is not nice, I know. Probably will PlastiDip them black.
But the quality of the cable is awesome in any ways and much superior compared to the chinese ones.

 

And it works well. A quick Heaven benchmark gave me the same results as without the cable.
I've run the test 3 times before and after I've installed it. (I did not go for overclocking, just standard boost.)

 

Now I can finish the backside behind the mobo and GPU, and then onto some cabling... while I wait and get some money for the SSDs.

[MeltingPoint]

Damn son! That is a very unique looking build. I really like it. 

 

Btw, the front mesh seems a little restrictive.

[kkpatel87]

So I got the cable and videocard installed. I'm not gonna write a bunch about it, it's pretty straight forward.

Heres a few pictures (potato quality as always):

 

 

A few foam pads under the PSU plate, temporary. The lip on the left helps keeping it straight, only 2 screws can be used on the back so secure the PSU.

The excess cable fits nicely under there.

 

Two small L "brackets" help holding the card and cable end. They are srewed onto the bottom plate (not yet on the picture):

 

The card is secured with 3 screws as well. (One is down in the corner, inside, no good picture of that):

 

Tubing is temporary of course. The fittings I have are not optimal but I hope they will work until I make the hard tubing.

Also the green PCBs on the riser is not nice, I know. Probably will PlastiDip them black.

But the quality of the cable is awesome in any ways and much superior compared to the chinese ones.

 

And it works well. A quick Heaven benchmark gave me the same results as without the cable.

I've run the test 3 times before and after I've installed it. (I did not go for overclocking, just standard boost.)

 

Now I can finish the backside behind the mobo and GPU, and then onto some cabling... while I wait and get some money for the SSDs.

 

Nice system...what are you doing for cable management?

[Guest]

Damn son! That is a very unique looking build. I really like it. 

 

Btw, the front mesh seems a little restrictive.

 

 

Thank you!

I'll see how restrictive the mesh is in the future. So far it seems OK.

 

 

Nice system...what are you doing for cable management?

 

Thanks!

​Custom length cables, paracord sleeving, and some stuff to hold them in place. I'll try to rout them "nicely" and "clean".

[kkpatel87]

Thank you!

I'll see how restrictive the mesh is in the future. So far it seems OK.

 

 

 

Thanks!

​Custom length cables, paracord sleeving, and some stuff to hold them in place. I'll try to rout them "nicely" and "clean".

 

I would suggest using tie wrap mounts or clamps

[Guest]

I would suggest using tie wrap mounts or clamps

 

I'll use something like clamps. Little hex. brass standoffs with a tiny plate and screws. I've already made 2 for testing.

[Guest]

I finally got the money to buy the 500GB SSD. So I've installed the SSD brackets and could get out the noisy HDD.
No my PC is completely silent with 6 fans and 1 waterpump. I hope the 2nd waterpump won't add much noise.

My APC Back-UPS is more noisy than the machine on idle.
Also I've finished the backside of the case behind the motherboard and the graphics card but I forgot to take pictures of it. It's nothing fancy though.

Here's the SSD installation (I only had to drill and tap ten M3 holes):

 

 

 

 

Now only the SATA cables are the original, the PCI-e and motherboard power cables are "done" but not fixed and probably have to redo half of the 24pin. I still have to figure out how and where will I fix them exactly. It's still a jungle in there and right now I don't have the desire to work on it

[Guest]

nothing much, but I've got time to do the SATA power cables:

 

and here's one from the butt end of the case:

 

I could do 99% of the cable management since I only miss one water pump that needs cables in the future but I don't have time to work on it unfortunately.
(sorry for the bad pictures, as always...)