DIY Project: 6U Eurorack Flightcase

The small DIY project for the autumn is in planning.

I wanted to do this for quite a while but never had the time. At least I ordered a custom case from Thomann as they have a configurator which helps you to order a case that fits your individual needs.
Let’s see if I find the time during the next weeks to start and also finish this project. I will keep you updated.

If you need supply for your own autumn DIY Eurorack project, you might be interested in my latest price list. Just send me an email and you will get it quckly.

Clicks and Clocks Eurorack Flightcase Teaser
DIY Project: 6U Eurorack Flightcase

DIY Eurorack Materials and Parts: All You Need?

Eurorack DIY Materials: Header Image

Wanna go DIY? Here you might find the parts you need. Sure there’s something missing, I’m open for your suggestions. Price list or suggestions can be requested or send via email.

This is the first post in 2014. After an exciting 2013, with finishing my console case and starting my very small business for DIY Eurorack parts and a lot of small and big packages shipped throughout Europe, I am curious to see what happens in 2014.

A big “thank you” to all of you, who trusted me and ordered stuff for your own experience in Eurorack DIY case building. I know the ordering process is a bit more complicated than with an ordinary online shop. For sure I am thinking about this option, but so far it is a lot of overhead and in Germany you have to deal with a lot of regulations. You are a target for lawyers and competitors if you violate this regulations. But let’s see, probably I ramp up an online shop. Till then just request the latest price list.

Eurorack DIY Materials: Clicks and Clocks 6U Frame, flexible width
Eurorack DIY Materials: Clicks and Clocks 6U Frame, flexible width

Unfortunately I ran out of power supplies (PSU). It was never planned to permanently sell clones of the Doepfer PSU. I just made a small batch and they are sold. So I decided to develop my own version of a Eurorack PSU. This is an ongoing process and will take some time.
Busboards are still available, and they will be replaced by a modified version soon.

The gallery gives you an overview of what’s on the price list at the moment. Get inspired…

DIY Eurorack Console Case – After the Powder Coating

The rear and bottom panel were powder coated last week, now assembling again.

If you want to read the full story, here are all the posts:

It was part of the concept of case that the aluminium panels should have a nice colour. Okay, it can be discussed if RAL 7016 is a colour at all, as grey is not considered to be a colour. From the beginning on I wanted to use the same service I’ve used for my bike frame. They did a very good job and that’s why I choose them again. The pricing is decent as well.

ClicksClocks Console Case powder coated total view
Console Case powder coated total view

For my own enjoyment I needed to assemble the case one more time before the final steps. All boards are mounted on the rear and bottom panels, 4 PSUs and 8 busboards. The mains inlet is set up, and so I could start with the wiring of all components. I am really proud of what I have achieved so far. It’s not that much left to do and I am really looking forward to turn some nobs soon.
Some impressions:

Clicks and Clocks 3U 19 inch Rackmount Case

Just a few impressions on the latest case I build on a clients request.

Equipped with the Clicks and Clocks power supply and busboard with +5V option.
If you need parts for your own case, just contact me via email and ask for the latest price list

ClicksClocks 19 inch 3U front view
19 inch 3U front view

New Frames for Your Eurorack DIY Case

These frames make case building much easier.

It took some time, but now the side panels in 3U and 6U size where delivered. I assembled some example frames. I will sell them completely assembled in the standard width 19 inch or 84HP, but any width is possible on request. If you want to know the pricing, please contact me.

19 inch 3U Frame

This frame gives you 84HP usable width and can easily be mounted in a 19 inch case.

  • 2 Rails
  • 2 Threaded inserts/strips
  • 2 Rack ears, 3U
  • 4 screws

Fully assembled, ready to use. Other width possible, also without threaded inserts.

ClicksClocks Eurorack 19 inch 3U frame - top view
Eurorack 19 inch 3U frame – top view

3U Frame

Another 3U frame, but without rack ears. The usable width is also 84HP. The frame has an outer width of 433 mm and a height of 133 mm and can easily be screwed in your case.

  • 2 Rails, 84HP, 427 mm
  • 2 Threaded inserts/strips
  • 2 Side panels, 3U
  • 4 screws

Fully assembled, ready to use. Other width possible, also without threaded inserts.

ClicksClocks Eurorack 3U frame - total view
Eurorack 3U frame – total view

6U Frame

And finally the 6U frame. Same configuration as the 3U frame but double height (266 mm).

  • 4 Rails, 84HP, 427mm
  • 4 Threaded inserts/strips
  • 2 Side panels, 6U
  • 8 screws

Fully assembled, ready to use. Other width possible, also without threaded inserts.

ClicksClocks Eurorack 6U frame top view
Eurorack 6U frame top view

Some more detailed pictures of the Clicks and Clocks Eurorack frames: