Completed Lone Industries L4
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I'm a lurker that's been looking to build an APU powered mITX build in the next few months. Your case has my attention as one of my favorite designs out there. I'd likely order one if you do another run.
I already said I would like to make more cases. 
There are quite a few obstacles to overcome before that can happen. I sort of gave up when my last manufacturer (of the L4) said they weren't interested in producing my parts anymore. I would also rather not produce the L4 as-is, so there's a lot of design and testing that needs to be done. I've already designed a number of variations of the L4. For example, in order to not have issues with warped panels, I've considered removing/reducing the side/top vents and going with a front to back cooling strategy. I've also tried to figure out a better way to construct and assemble the entire chassis. The other option is to revisit the L4 design, and try to make it work.
There are quite a few obstacles to overcome before that can happen. I sort of gave up when my last manufacturer (of the L4) said they weren't interested in producing my parts anymore. I would also rather not produce the L4 as-is, so there's a lot of design and testing that needs to be done. I've already designed a number of variations of the L4. For example, in order to not have issues with warped panels, I've considered removing/reducing the side/top vents and going with a front to back cooling strategy. I've also tried to figure out a better way to construct and assemble the entire chassis. The other option is to revisit the L4 design, and try to make it work.
It's so good to see you here!I already said I would like to make more cases.
There are quite a few obstacles to overcome before that can happen. I sort of gave up when my last manufacturer (of the L4) said they weren't interested in producing my parts anymore. I would also rather not produce the L4 as-is, so there's a lot of design and testing that needs to be done. I've already designed a number of variations of the L4. For example, in order to not have issues with warped panels, I've considered removing/reducing the side/top vents and going with a front to back cooling strategy. I've also tried to figure out a better way to construct and assemble the entire chassis. The other option is to revisit the L4 design, and try to make it work.
I recently discovered your designs and was fascinated with the clean look.
I'm currently building my first computer, I already have all parts except the case, I was first debating between LZ7 and Dan A4, but I don't have enough money to buy them, considering I would end up paying almost the triple of the price due to the customs fees.
Would you mind answering some questions, please? If not...
- Do you think would be hard to reproduce your project using only acrylic panels? (As manufacturing only one case with aluminum or steel is very expensive).
- Do you think (with some considerable effort) I would be able to place an SFX power supply?
- Wouldn't you have any prototype that you are not using nor you are planning to use in the future that you could sell me?
I hope you are doing well and I wish you the best of luck on all your projects that you are or have been working.
I'm sorry for any inconvenience.
Actually, @Colinreay or @K888D might be better suited to answering your question towards acrylic, but yes. It's possible. Maybe not this exact design due to clearance issues and panel thickness though.
Considering this design is about 4 liters in volume I don't think that'd fit, but @Kmpkt actually has a brickless build that he's done.
Also, I really can't speak for Lone, but prototypes really don't tend to leave their creator.
Besides, if they're being used for their work projects and stuff and they need more then I'm sure that reserve has been dipped into also. Anyway, best of luck to you my friend.
It's fine, I've already talked with @K888D in another place, he is very friendly and kind!
Thank you for the suggestions, though.
You are probably right, maybe I can add some centimeters and It can fit, I might try to make some renders and see what I can achieve.
If you are talking about his L1 build, I've checked it and is cute! haha
Also, I really can't speak for Lone, but prototypes really don't tend to leave their creator.
Anyway, best of luck to you my friend.
Totally, I understand it but I was not talking about the first prototype, It was more like the fifth or so.
Anyway, thank you for your time helping me, I really appreciate it!
I'm sorry for any inconvenience.
Have a wonderful rest of weekend.
If you are going with the front-to-back cooling design that would make it possible to use a fan-less heatsink for the CPU and have the front fans quietly pull for intake. The possibilities for cooling are better.
Thanks all for the welcome.
@Lone,
I really like the front/back cooling setup. Having a front fan also gives options for pushing cool air across motherboards/RAM which always helps component life. My current Lian Li PC-V351B hash 2 fans mounted in the front of the case pushing air across the motherboard/RAM/GPU/soundcard and everything inside as continued to run without a sweat for over 9 years now (I reverted my mild overclocks back to base speeds about 8 years ago to promote component lifespan).
@Lone,
I really like the front/back cooling setup. Having a front fan also gives options for pushing cool air across motherboards/RAM which always helps component life. My current Lian Li PC-V351B hash 2 fans mounted in the front of the case pushing air across the motherboard/RAM/GPU/soundcard and everything inside as continued to run without a sweat for over 9 years now (I reverted my mild overclocks back to base speeds about 8 years ago to promote component lifespan).
I'm pretty sure K888D has a case that's fairly similar. Generally when moving to another construction material some details are lost, while others are gained.
SFX power supply would not fit. If you want internal PSU then you should really consider the NCASE M1 or DAN A4. They are more money, but you're getting a lot more case than the L4.
As has been mentioned by Biowarejak, I'm all out of cases. When and if I get a new model produced, then I may have one or two used L4 available for purchase for cheap.
First, thank you so much for your attention and your help, It really matters!
Also, I really liked the "minimalist" look of the L4, It's cute and clean.
That's fine, thank you for answering the PSU question!
I wish I could buy one of them, but It's the same thing, my country would tax me in 80% of the original price, so, I can't have it, I'm trying to design my own case, so I can build it with acrylic.
Just some mathematics counts to clarify the price I'd end up paying in case I import any case:
I'd happily buy one of them, even If I had to do some modification to fit an SFX PSU :')
Anyway, @Lone, thank you so much for helping and answering me.
I'm really sorry for any inconvenience.
I wish you all the best.
Yes, he does, you are probably talking about the CG7 Cravo, all cases done by @K888D are amazing, sadly, as I said before, I can't buy them due to the customs fees, I'd end up paying the triple of the retail price. :-|
Also, I really liked the "minimalist" look of the L4, It's cute and clean.
That's fine, thank you for answering the PSU question!
I wish I could buy one of them, but It's the same thing, my country would tax me in 80% of the original price, so, I can't have it, I'm trying to design my own case, so I can build it with acrylic.
Just some mathematics counts to clarify the price I'd end up paying in case I import any case:
- US$195 + 80% = US$351.
- US$275 * R$4,50 (BRL/USD + card fees) = R$1579,50.
- Minimum wage in Brazil: R$ 954 (US$ 212).
- In reality, paying R$ 1579,50 in Brazil is the same as USA citizens paying US$ 1579 for a case. I don't think anyone would pay this for a case or, at least, seems an "unlikely" decision.
(I know It's not your or any case builder fault, I'm just clarifying why "wouldn't be possible to buy" one of them.)
I'd happily buy one of them, even If I had to do some modification to fit an SFX PSU :')
Anyway, @Lone, thank you so much for helping and answering me.
I'm really sorry for any inconvenience.
I wish you all the best.
Interesting...hmm...if you make one from aluminium...i will buy it even it cost hundred bucks...i am following you from now on...and with this new L5 make from aluminium, i can smiling and throw my geeek a20 to my friend...I already said I would like to make more cases.
There are quite a few obstacles to overcome before that can happen. I sort of gave up when my last manufacturer (of the L4) said they weren't interested in producing my parts anymore. I would also rather not produce the L4 as-is, so there's a lot of design and testing that needs to be done. I've already designed a number of variations of the L4. For example, in order to not have issues with warped panels, I've considered removing/reducing the side/top vents and going with a front to back cooling strategy. I've also tried to figure out a better way to construct and assemble the entire chassis. The other option is to revisit the L4 design, and try to make it work.
New to PC building. I asked about the low profile vs standard GPU a few pages before
Is the 1050ti the highest/best graphic card for now? and 1050ti is not capable to play vr games. am I correct?
edit* I was told that 1050ti is not good enough for VR. Maybe I can still run vr in lowest setting?
Is the 1050ti the highest/best graphic card for now? and 1050ti is not capable to play vr games. am I correct?
edit* I was told that 1050ti is not good enough for VR. Maybe I can still run vr in lowest setting?
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