Prototype Project Orthrus - Smallest SLI mATX case (V2)

[LukeD]

As an owner of the NCase M1 and a Dan A4-SFX, if you ever get a production run off the ground, "SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!" This is by far the best custom PC case project so far. You have my full support!

Thanks Geedub that means a lot to me. ! I hope i do so that I can see what this awesome crazy community would do with the case

Any update from FSP on getting a psu made?

Last I spoke to them was about a year ago. They were on board in making the 700W platinum PSU with custom length cables. I'll have to refresh with them, get them new cable lengths so they can do EU/US/Asia certification.

If you need help getting in contact with FSP Group, I have some LinkedIn connections I could reach out to.

Thanks G.S. If i have problems with my direct contacts I'll send you a message. Greatly appreciated !

 

[irq506]

MarcParis,

Thank you for your wishes, lets just say the family situation is now stable so all good everything is back on track.
With regards to the PSU, and cables, they will not come premodded.
I've discussed with FSP and they said they will modify their 1U server PSU to meet "gaming" standards (6-8pin pcie plugs instead to 8pin cpu plugs), and they will modify the cable lengths to suit the case, however they will not braid the cables or paint the psu. That will have to be left for the creative modders out there

Thank you for the tip Aibohphobia.
I have rough estimates but nothing firm. Obviously I don't want to over promise and under deliver.
If you know of any good quality manufacturers that I could approach, I would greatly appreciate your help on this as the prototype guys aren't going to make a large volume run, since it would be too expensive.

I wonder if its possible to sell the 3d files (or a package with cutting list and dimensions folds etc), and have the buyers do the work of finding a MFR or prototyper to fab the thing for themselves? You could make a 'guts package' of PSU cables etc included in the deal and that would be the only thing you'd have to physically deal with. Just a thought.

 

[GentlemanShark]

I wonder if its possible to sell the 3d files (or a package with cutting list and dimensions folds etc), and have the buyers do the work of finding a MFR or prototyper to fab the thing for themselves? You could make a 'guts package' of PSU cables etc included in the deal and that would be the only thing you'd have to physically deal with. Just a thought.

Might become too expensive for each person to buy single units. Not to mention that the 3D files are out there and someone could just give them to everyone who wanted the case. I'd recommend doing a GB style or at least some amount of grouping.

 

[Whaler_99]

Great looking case! Joined the forum so I could comment and follow your thread. Very interested in SFF cases but my one issue has always been the few things you have to sacrifice with mITX boards versus my tried and true mATX, my preferred form factor. Currently have a Hex Gear R40 but getting parts for them here in Canada is a bit of a challenge. Looking forward to what you can do in regards to a manufacturer or a kickstarter campaign. Add me to any notify lists you might have.
Great work!

 

[HeroXLazer]

I didn't realize that there was a touch button. Where did you get it, is it custom, and how did you wire it?

 

[Forest Cayden]

@LukeD, will there be support for mATX x299?

 

[Jackster1800]

I was wondering when do you think this case will be available?

 

[LukeD]

I didn't realize that there was a touch button. Where did you get it, is it custom, and how did you wire it?

No, its off the shelf. Took a few days of research to find a capacitive button that doesn't require external power and looked the way I want it to
LINK

@LukeD, will there be support for mATX x299?

There most likely will be. All platforms will be supported as long as there's low profile coolers to support them.

I was wondering when do you think this case will be available?

I can't tell you right now as I'm still looking for a manufacturer. Once that's sorted, more than likely I'll know when the kickstarter will begin.

 

[HeroXLazer]

No, its off the shelf. Took a few days of research to find a capacitive button that doesn't require external power and looked the way I want it to
LINK



There most likely will be. All platforms will be supported as long as there's low profile coolers to support them.



I can't tell you right now as I'm still looking for a manufacturer. Once that's sorted, more than likely I'll know when the kickstarter will begin.

Now, I need to find a switch in the USA...

 

[deanorthk]

this project is indeed very nice to follow. On my side, since I have the Ncase M1, I've completly fell in love with the size, I've completed what I think is best for me, aka fully WC, but with rads pump(s) and reservoir under my desk, fixed under its surface in fact. and I'll keep it that way, it's non movable of course, but in terms of performances and cooling, it's perfect. so I kinda dream of a sli capable matx rig, that would be as small as possible, with WC out holes. this case seems almost to fit the role perfectly

 

[kai]

Can I get the 3d data of Project Orthrus from you?

 

[VegetableStu]

Kinda sure that's not possible at this point when he's looking to make some runs to sell ._.

 

[Biowarejak]

I mean maybe if it was a simplified model with no engineering data, and with strict licensing terms (non-commercial use only, and applying to all derivatives). The S4 Mini has a model like that on this very forum for letting us plan builds and mods But it's ultimately up to @LukeD and I can really only say that it would make sense after he's set up for production and such.

 

[Kokorone]

This case is incredible! I'm beyond hyped for it, I'd be willing to drop 800 bucks right now for this.

 

[Josh | NFC]

I just saw the Linus video today. Noone told me I was out! I had to find out by watching the video!

Well, at least it was Project Orthrus.

<3 <3 <3

 

[LukeD]

I honestly cringed Josh, when I heard him say that.
But look ... you're back in his latest video LINK
Feeling the love though Josh

 

[Castlepounder]

Do you think there's a way you could set up some sort of email list for the kickstarter? I really love the case, but don't check here too often? Keep up the great work!

 

[Forest Cayden]

@LukeD what is your guess to when we can actually buy one? and how much do you expect it to cost?

 

[Biowarejak]

@LukeD what is your guess to when we can actually buy one? and how much do you expect it to cost?

Come on, isn't he still looking for a manufacturer? Can't really update us on that without quote-shopping around and finalizing things

 

[LukeD]

Yeah and there's a few small things that will change in the final design based on the manufacturers recommendations.