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This scratch build project is for FrozenCPU and sponsored by Corsair!

 

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"FrozenCPU" theme PC to commemorate their new building expansion.

 

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FrozenCPU wanted their PC to be jaw dropping, unique and utilitarian. Cheapskate and I have been brainstorming ideas of a sexy billet Tech Station for a long time. Mark & Bucky were intrigued with the idea. After conference a few calls, I learned they share our love for Sci-Fi, custom cars, and bikes. I made notes before initiating brainstorm session with Cheaps. I purge elements of what I'm envisioning into a funnel, inserted into his mad munky brain. After the Concept is born, the next stage is altering the Concept to host their tasty menu for the best hardware. We suggested the buildf utilize two loops with 480 radiators. Mark loved idea of automating the PC in some manner. I suggested the cover open automatically. We're tentatively titling their build "FrozenCPU Tech Station" but "Billet Pron Bench" may be more appropriate. This build log will share highlights from the build videos that will be produced for Mnpctech's YouTube Channel

 

Another wicked custom PC build by Mnpctech.com!

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Cheapskate and I have been brainstorming ideas of a sexy billet Tech Station for a long time. Mark & Bucky were intrigued with the idea. After conference a few calls, I learned they share our love for Sci-Fi, custom cars, and bikes. I made notes before initiating brainstorm session with Cheaps. I purge elements of what I'm envisioning into a funnel, inserted into his mad munky brain. After the Concept is born, the next stage is altering the Concept to host their tasty menu for the best hardware. We suggested the buildf utilize two loops with 480 radiators. Mark loved idea of automating the PC in some manner.

 

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Time to feed da Milll!

 

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The side walls will draw in plenty of cool air.

 

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The two walls are milled from .5" thick 6061 billet.

 

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I suggested the cover open automatically. We're tentatively titling their build "FrozenCPU Tech Station" but "Billet Pron Bench" may be more appropriate.

 

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The back plates are machined from 1/8" thick. The two 480 radiators will reside behind these.

 

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The "BIG F" will be mounted on the side walls.

 

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The chassis width is just under 23"

 

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The lower front bezel, for optical drive bay, power switch, power and HD activity LEDS.

 

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Glad you like it soo far gang! :D ....we've been wanting to build a tech station from aluminum for awhile, and was very happy when frozencpu approached us. We hope to create smaller one for retail someday...

 

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Tech Station floor was milled from 1/4" sheet of 6061

 

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SSD cage mounting holes

 

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Chassis back plates with jaw line

 

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the rods will join the 30x ribs that make the top cover

 

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these spacers will go between each of the 30 ribs in the cover...

 

Next step is making the Transparent Blue side windows. Additional spacers are on the way from Cheaps, so we can assemble the top this weekend.

 

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Finished the individual parts for the Motherboard I/O. Mounting posts and swing arm, which will hold down the I/O brackets on the GPUs. .... Actuator arm arrived this week, I'll try and get those pics taken and posted soon!

 

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The Station will reside on Mnpctech Machined Aluminum "Grooved" Case Feet

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Mnpctech Machined Aluminum "480" radiator grills will be utilized with rotating grill inserts here,

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We have 3 more parts to make, actuator extension arm and two cover ribs for the ends. So while I wait for those, I worked on the boring, but necessary stage of the build, cleaning up all of the milled pieces. I dismantled the chassis so I could clean and remove minor scratches or the manufacturer ink stamp on the surface of the aluminum.

 

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I'm using 3M red Scotchbrite pads to remove any small scratches or marring to the surface of the aluminum. This is "very Fine" version and it's also a great alternative to sandpaper for prepping PC cases for painting. You can also use these 3M Scotchbrite pads for deburring Steel, Acrylic or Plastic.

 

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Got the final two pieces finished last night, so today I'm going in early to start assembly of the cover, Yay! Yesterday I took these photos of the motherboard tray.

 

Any interest in Mnpctech offering ATX version motherboard tray & I/O for Scratch Builders?

 

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We have two eVga Titans on the menu for the hardware with early sample of eVga's new X79 Dark motherboard.

 

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I finally got the actuator installed. The cover weighs 8.5 pounds and opened with Firgelli L16-P actuator arm. It's powered by electric motor with gear drive inside that extends single arm back and forth. The L-16 actuator max force rating is 200N, which translates to 45 pounds. Data sheet PDF http://www.firgelli.com/pdf/L16_datasheet.pdf

 

Firgelli L16-P Linear Actuator, 100mm Stroke, 150:1 gear ratio, 12 volts @ $100

LAC (Linear Actuator Control Board) @ $0

Subtotal: $100.00

UPS Ground Shipping: $15.58

Grand Total: $115.58

 

I also purchased the LAC controller for the Actuator.

 

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We'll be using EVGA's new SuperNOVA NEX1500 Classified Power Supply in their Tech Station.

 

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no doubt Flawless, it's Uber Power. We're looking into adding a gas charged spring to the other side of the Tech Station, just as added precautionary measure, in case the actuator ever failed. Several people expressed interest in making ATX version of the CNC Machined Aluminum Motherboard Tray. I'm looking into contracting another shop to make these, so I don't have a cost confirmed yet, but here is what the proposed kit would look like and include,

 

One Mainboard Tray with four large opening for PSU cables and connections.

One Rear I/O Shield Plate with & PCI slots.

Two triangular Motherboard brackets that connect Mainboard Tray to I/O Shield.

Two reinforcement brackest for triangular motherboard brackets.

Nine Motherboard Stand-off risers.

Finish is brushed bare Aluminum.

Includes 6/32 tapered flat head stainless machine screws.

 

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We're adding Ameritool's Gas Spring gas charged lift spring to the other side of the Tech Station. This is just added measure to help carry weight of the cover and extend lifespan of actuator and prevent cover from slamming shut, in case the actuator ever broke or failed for some reason. I've chosen the 10 pound lift rating for their 750-4 Stainless Gas Spring

 

End Fitting: EFC-10M included

10mm Ball Studs Sold Separately

MATERIALS & FINISHES EXTERNAL SURFACES:

SHAFT: Chrome Plated 316 Stainless Steel

CYLINDER: 316/316L Stainless Steel

 

Sold in Pairs Only, $108.86, so we'll have spare for future project.

 

 

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I was able to sneak into workshop yesterday and install the I/O plate, so I could test fit the mobo and Titan....I'm still waiting for custom gas spring to arrive....

 

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Cover opened.... and asking myself why that gas spring is taking so long to arrive, better email them today and ask..

 

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FrozenCPU will be using Evga's new X79 Dark motherboard, socket LGA 2011 with X79 chipset for upcoming Sandy Bridge-E processors. It will have eight DDR3 slots to supports up to 64 GB. 5, PCI-E 3.0 x 16 slots and single PCI-E x 4 slots. 10 SATA ports and EVBot connector and Power On/Off and Reset switches. Dual Intel Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth two and 7.1-channel audio.

 

Evga x79 is EATX Form Factor

Length: 12in - 304.8mm

Width: 10.375in - 263.5mm

 

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My friend, Twizted hooked me up with this aluminum "slotted" mesh. I drill and tapped 6/32 holes on the back of both sidewalls, so I can fasten on the mesh.

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Thank you guys for the comments and staying tuned!

 

The Ameritool gas charged lift spring is installed, and WORKS PERFECT. Thanks to Cheapskate and all of his help in revising everything.

 

I made the decision to add assist spring as SAFETY measure and as secondary assist in supporting weight of the 8.5 pound cover. It will also help extend lifespan of electric firgelli actuator and prevent cover from slamming shut, in case the actuator ever needed to be removed for replacement, or failed for some reason.

 

I chose the 10 pound lift rating for their 750-4 Stainless Gas Spring

 

End Fitting: EFC-10M included

10mm Ball Studs Sold Separately

MATERIALS & FINISHES EXTERNAL SURFACES:

SHAFT: Chrome Plated 316 Stainless Steel

CYLINDER: 316/316L Stainless Steel

 

Sold in Pairs Only, $108.86.

 

 

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Man, being a welder and a tech geek i have to keep wiping up the slobber off my desk every time i check out the progress! Even the dog looks at me funny! :P All that aluminum sure is sweet!

 

If anything this is a great example of what happens when you think out side the box...literally. And to say that I'm jealous is an understatement. Just wish I could still work to be able to do something like this myself.

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Hey everyone, just a small update. I'm waiting for hardware and custom sleeved PSU cables to arrive from frozencpu. Evga has informed us the X79 Dark should be ready sometime this month.

 

I realized something disappointing this week with the Firgelli actuator. It's Black threaded fastener connector / cap was casted in hollow plastic, not solid. I was closing the cover and the cap snapped. We're now making a replacement from solid aluminum. I'm glad I made this discovery before the Tech Station was shipped to FrozenCPU.

 

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Black threaded fastener connector / cap was casted in hollow plastic, not solid.

 

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/firgelli_actuator_arm_threaded_cap_hollow_broke_snap_failed3.jpg

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Vern Gibson aka "Twizted" posted video of the custom PCB control board he created for Firgelli's PCB board, so we can power the actuator without power to the PC. (Linear actuator opens and closes the top cover) Vern's PCB board is programmed to open and close the actuator to specified positions. Operator must press and hold both Bulgin switches at same time, in order for the cover to close, for safety.

 

To Open: Push either of the two Bulgin Vandal Switches

To Close: Press and hold both Bulgin switches

 

Blue LEDs blink while actuator is moving.

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgCQpDR2mLI

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Got the PCB board back yesterday with programmed stopping points. I should have it re-installed this Friday.

 

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/firgelli_actuator_arm_threaded_cap_billet_machined_aluminum_mnpctech.jpg

 

Machined replacement for the firgelli plastic threaded cap

 

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/firgelli_actuator_arm_threaded_cap_hollow_broke_snap_failed4.jpg

 

Custom PCB control board, made by Vern Gibson, aka Twizted

 

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/firgelli_actuator_arm_threaded_cap_hollow_broke_snap_failed5.jpg

 

Vern gave each of the pin connectors their own pin layout, so there is no confusion to the connections on the PCB board.

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My Friend, Jesse thought it would be good idea to post video clip of the cover opening, so I recorded different angles before leaving last night. Here are the screen shots, until I get caught up with other "video editing" obligations.

 

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/frozencpu_ultimate_tech_bench_station_aqua_computer_mnpctech_june19_2013a.jpg

 

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/frozencpu_ultimate_tech_bench_station_aqua_computer_mnpctech_june19_2013b.jpg

 

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/frozencpu_ultimate_tech_bench_station_aqua_computer_mnpctech_june19_2013c.jpg

 

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/frozencpu_ultimate_tech_bench_station_aqua_computer_mnpctech_june19_2013d.jpg

 

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/frozencpu_ultimate_tech_bench_station_aqua_computer_mnpctech_june19_2013e.jpg

 

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/frozencpu_ultimate_tech_bench_station_aqua_computer_mnpctech_june19_2013f.jpg

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