Do ATX test benches exist? Like, are they a thing?

[5GigsOrBust]

Dumb question, but seriously its not easy to find an ATX test bench. I see cheap crappy-looking ones for under usd $100, and I included a picture of those below for comedic value. I also found something from Praxis that costs over $200. Why would a test bench cost more than a decent full case?!  I would go for the cheap one but I'm gonna be running a 420 rad so I need something more sturdy. First time buying a test bench so idk if the market is always this crappy or its a more recent supply chain thing. I see decent-looking test benches in tech videos, so I know they exist somewhere, but I can't find anything online. I'm getting desperate enough to consider something like the Core P3, but its not really a test bench. As stated, I've included a picture below of the kind of thing I'm trying to avoid, any recommendations are appreciated.

 

 

 

[TrigrH]

Test benches exist, the reason they are often MORE expensive than a case is due to the following:

 

Often full aluminum construction, sometimes CNC'd

Low volume

The target market for testing hardware is very niche

[shoutingsteve]

Here is a link to the test bench I have used and recommend:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Handprint-15-32-in-x-2-ft-x-2-ft-Sanded-Plywood-300888/202093832?MERCH=REC-_-searchViewed-_-NA-_-202093832-_-N&

[5GigsOrBust]

1 hour ago, TrigrH said:

Test benches exist, the reason they are often MORE expensive than a case is due to the following:

 

Often full aluminum construction, sometimes CNC'd

Low volume

The target market for testing hardware is very niche

Yeah makes sense, I was wondering if that would be a factor. Idk why I thought it would be easier to find a decent one.

16 minutes ago, shoutingsteve said:

Here is a link to the test bench I have used and recommend:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Handprint-15-32-in-x-2-ft-x-2-ft-Sanded-Plywood-300888/202093832?MERCH=REC-_-searchViewed-_-NA-_-202093832-_-N&

Hilarious. Clearly that's the answer

[fonzz1e]

https://www.amazon.com/Streacom-st-bc1b-Case-for-PC/dp/B074385Q7M/ref=psdc_572238_t1_B01M23WYFX?th=1

[shoutingsteve]

13 hours ago, 5GigsOrBust said:

 

Hilarious. Clearly that's the answer

You think I'm joking.  The wood is superior because it doesn't conduct.  You don't need risers as long as you don't screw in anything to tight.  A few 90 degree braces allow you to create a "drop in" compartment for the PSU.  Just beware that the PCI brackets will need to hang over the edge to fit and won't have any support beyond the slot on the mobo.

[For Science!]

Streacom BC1.
https://streacom.com/products/eol/bc1-open-benchtable/

[5GigsOrBust]

On 3/24/2022 at 1:15 PM, For Science! said:

Streacom BC1.
https://streacom.com/products/eol/bc1-open-benchtable/

Thank you, this is exactly what I need.