Completed Project PURE: 3L APU case, MEANWELL Support

[Tossy]

I too prefer the semi-matte finish. It gives the case a slightly more elegant look in my opinion. Will there be a silver version too?

 

[smitty2k1]

Definitely the semi-matte. Computers already have a reputation of being boring black boxes and so this gives it some visual interest.

Digging the fact you're still moving forward with these internal AC-DC PSUs and cases!

 

[Thehack]

Silver (Grey) may be an option later on if production ramps up.

Colors beside black and white are additional charges.

 

[DwarfLord]

Question : do you have any cut-out on the underside to help with m2 heat dissipation ?

 

[Thehack]

Question : do you have any cut-out on the underside to help with m2 heat dissipation ?

No I do not.

M.2 heating issues is nonexistent for most users. I see a lot of concerns over it, but unless you're handling professional amount of data you won't see it.

One can also use the pcie slot to fit an m.2 drive as well.

 

[W1NN1NG]

I’m looking forward to this for the case for my streaming pc. Should be a good setup and if I can get my hands on the new black ridge it’ll be perfection. Any expectations for when we will see it for sale?

 

[NoSk0pz]

i'm a big fan of the semi-matte black/white. looks great!

edit: any temp data?

 

[Thehack]

I’m looking forward to this for the case for my streaming pc. Should be a good setup and if I can get my hands on the new black ridge it’ll be perfection. Any expectations for when we will see it for sale?

The black ridge would be an excellent fit. I'm looking at 6 weeks. Finalizing production version this week, then small batch production, then packaging and assembly. I don't want to make an guarantees though.

i'm a big fan of the semi-matte black/white. looks great!

edit: any temp data?

I'll release some testing data on a few weeks.

Concerning black and white, I cannot get a perfect white finish. White powder coat is hard to do because any slight contamination will show. The most the fabricator can get is only few specks showing in the front. Visible at a foot.

I will make it available in limited quantities but do note it is not perfect.

 

[ItsNoodles]

All right guys. I got the next prototype. It is very close to final.

Let me know how you feel about the matte finish here.

Notice the wired Meanwel AC-DC. Wiring kits will be readily available and stocked at time of release.

I wanna buy it as it sits there

 

[Thehack]

Changes complete.

Working on the XL version.

 

[Thehack]

Alright. So there are two directions to go with the XL version. Since it is a bit bigger, I'm sure some people would like to "stand" it up. Which means if I keep the same two piece construction, it doesn't look nice.

So I have come up with a three panel design. Using 3 panels is going to increase cost, especially at such low runs. The two panel design is going to look just like the original design but blown up to be bigger. So what do you guys think? Two or three panel design?

 

[shokwaav]

I wouldn't mind having the option of standing it up, although I'd probably use it like the smaller one.

Can we get a picture comparison of the 2 panel vs the 3 panel?

 

[smitty2k1]

Alright. So there are two directions to go with the XL version. Since it is a bit bigger, I'm sure some people would like to "stand" it up. Which means if I keep the same two piece construction, it doesn't look nice.

So I have come up with a three panel design. Using 3 panels is going to increase cost, especially at such low runs. The two panel design is going to look just like the original design but blown up to be bigger. So what do you guys think? Two or three panel design?

Two panels horizontal.

 

[W1NN1NG]

I’d like to know how much of a difference before I can say

 

[jaro]

for simplicity and cost, my vote goes to 2 panel.

 

[Windfall]

for simplicity and cost, my vote goes to 2 panel.

I'm with this dude.

 

[Thehack]

Thanks for the feedback.

I'll get a render in a few days. I would have to redo the sheet metal.

In addition, there will also be a Pure Slim, budget 4.5L chassis, slim layout (S4M), designed primarily for brickless and LP 1050 ti.

 

[Thehack]

Alright.

As promised, working on Pure XL:

I think I agree with the sentiment of you guys of having a simpler design, kind of between the cheap off-the-shelf cases and the more premium designs like L4.

 

[smitty2k1]

Alright.

As promised, working on Pure XL:

I think I agree with the sentiment of you guys of having a simpler design, kind of between the cheap off-the-shelf cases and the more premium designs like L4.

If you need someone to test it out with an AM4 B450 motherboard and GTX 1050 ti LP with shroud removed and two 80x15mm slim fans installed instead, I'm your man...

I've about had it with my Realan E-i7 and am considering taking a Dremel to it.

 

[Lone]

I think I agree with the sentiment of you guys of having a simpler design, kind of between the cheap off-the-shelf cases and the more premium designs like L4.

You're too kind. I wouldn't say what you're doing is of any lesser quality.