Prototype Heartcase 3D printed ITX 12L case V1.0

[mikehandsdown]

I've been working on this lockdown project for a few months and am starting to put together the prototype.

Main considerations of the case:
-Fit within the build plate of my 3D printer (28cm x 24cm x 30cm).
-As few overhangs as possible with absolute minimal support material needed.
-To fit standard off the shelf components.
-Grip nut construction (original idea was to have it clip together, this was a bad idea).
-Easy to open up and work on.

More to come, lots of changes have been made since this first prototype. Will put together a build video at some point.

 

[mikehandsdown]

Update 1 to come...

 

[mikehandsdown]

 

[mikehandsdown]

...just waiting on a cpu and I'll fire her up.

 

[eedev]

Subscribed!

 

[lawney]

Beautiful work, and great concept. What model of printer are you using?
I'm not sure about the front i/o (audio, usb-a, reset switch). Maybe the look of all that provides a visual anchor and interest, but it's a bit cluttered and old fashioned too (and cluttered internally).

 

[mikehandsdown]

Beautiful work, and great concept. What model of printer are you using?
I'm not sure about the front i/o (audio, usb-a, reset switch). Maybe the look of all that provides a visual anchor and interest, but it's a bit cluttered and old fashioned too (and cluttered internally).

Thanks for the interest, I'm using a Sovol SV1.

I'm not sure about the front I/O either, makes it look like a Dell from 2002. -But I am on a tight budget and found this:

Lazer3D Front I/O Panel - 2 x USB3.0 - 40cm Cables

The Lazer3D Front I/O Panel is designed specifically for the LZ7 Case to provide adequate front connectivity for the chassis.

www.overclockers.co.uk

..and thought that's a cheap starting point. Please point me towards a better option for future projects, would be appreciated.

 

[mikehandsdown]

First attempt at a full cable run tonight.

 

[Vir]

That's really cool! Good job!

 

[mikehandsdown]

Most parts have had 5 iterations and could easily have a 6th.

 

[mikehandsdown]

Here is the final footage ill do on this case:


on to v2...

 

[mikehandsdown]

Temps with the outer sleeve on:

While gaming both CPU and GPU are at about 63c
While idle and the fans aren't spinning CPU is 40c and the GPU sits at 35c

 

[Ca11idus]

Now to test if it will shrink and warp due to the heat. I love the idea and would love to make it look like a cheapo dell sleeper gaming pc.

 

[mikehandsdown]

Heres the 3D file for anyone that wants to give it a print:

Heartcase V1 Printable ITX case | 3D Print Model

Model available for download in Autodesk FBX format. Visit CGTrader and browse more than 1 million 3D models, including 3D print and real-time assets

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