Proof Check

[HeroXLazer]

Could someone proof check and give me constructive criticism this M-ITX case? I will be 3D printing, and this is by no means a final file. It'll probably end up in SpaceClaim or Solidworks. I know the two pieces have no screws to connect, and that's on purpose. It's based a... lot on HASSIUM/Hutzy HS.
https://www.mediafire.com/?98h33f768o4248g

 

[LocoMoto]

Did you forget images or files?

 

[HeroXLazer]

Did you forget images or files?

Sorry, I forgot. I put it in now.

 

[HooglyBoogly]

It's a bit hard to tell what you're aiming for without components in the case. I like the idea of a shell sliding onto the case, but more context would be great.

 

[HeroXLazer]

It's a bit hard to tell what you're aiming for without components in the case. I like the idea of a shell sliding onto the case, but more context would be great.

Oh, okay.

 

[HeroXLazer]

I just updated the link with a updated design.

 

[jeshikat]

I'm no 3D printing expert, but I think 1mm is too thin for the sheet.

How will the GPU be connected to the motherboard?

 

[HeroXLazer]

I'm no 3D printing expert, but I think 1mm is too thin for the sheet.

How will the GPU be connected to the motherboard?

Do you think it's viable to CNC mill it? I'll probably use a riser somehow.

 

[jeshikat]

If you have lots of money to burn then you can get almost anything CNC milled. Otherwise, sheet metal would be more practical.

Though whether sheet metal or 3D printing would be cheaper I'm not sure of.

 

[HooglyBoogly]

Without some support, the frame on the inside is just going to flex. It needs to be held against the outer casing on more than just the top and the bottom, or it will have a tendency to just flop back and forth.

Something on these planes will strengthen the frame a lot.

You also need to think about vent holes. It's still hard to know what you're trying to accomplish without even boxes representing components in the case.

 

[HeroXLazer]

Without some support, the frame on the inside is just going to flex. It needs to be held against the outer casing on more than just the top and the bottom, or it will have a tendency to just flop back and forth.

Something on these planes will strengthen the frame a lot.

You also need to think about vent holes. It's still hard to know what you're trying to accomplish without even boxes representing components in the case.

Okay, There's some support through the outer shell. I do need to put vent holes. Is everything else "okay"? I know I need the GPU I/O.

 

[HooglyBoogly]

Right now there is a weak point in your frame, right where the Back panel and the inside meet each other. You have no support on the frame towards the front end of the case. Either the casing needs to provide support to the frame, or you need to fill in some of the orange planes from my picture. I agree with Aibohphobia that the frame needs to be thicker. If you are 3D printing, you have much more freedom about how you can apply this support. You can put triangles on the edges between the planes, if you know what I mean.

What is the circle piece for? A resevoir? Then where does the radiator go? Is the rest of the GPU just hanging inside the case? Try looking at the Dancase A4 to see how the riser is screwed into the frame to provide support.

In my opinion you have a fair amount to think about before it's "okay," but I like your idea.

 

[HeroXLazer]

Right now there is a weak point in your frame, right where the Back panel and the inside meet each other. You have no support on the frame towards the front end of the case. Either the casing needs to provide support to the frame, or you need to fill in some of the orange planes from my picture. I agree with Aibohphobia that the frame needs to be thicker. If you are 3D printing, you have much more freedom about how you can apply this support. You can put triangles on the edges between the planes, if you know what I mean.

What is the circle piece for? A resevoir? Then where does the radiator go? Is the rest of the GPU just hanging inside the case? Try looking at the Dancase A4 to see how the riser is screwed into the frame to provide support.

In my opinion you have a fair amount to think about before it's "okay," but I like your idea.

Yeah, this was a quick mock-up and that circle thing is a Flex ATX PSU mount. My goal is to make something like HASSIUM/Hutzy HS and I wish I could use a edited version of that, but...