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2022/07/12 10:09:00 (permalink)
Hello all!
 
I had some really old red transparent acrylic sitting around (for 8 years) and decided I better use it.
 
The build runs my C02 Laser and was previously in a regular Mini ITX case. Build is made of 2020 Aluminum Extrusion and 1/4" Red and Black Acrylic. Even though this is an open air case, you will see extra fans mounted on the build. There are multiple fan/rad mounts that are optional (you can see the top mounts not being used) and can be placed in different locations. I just had 2 extra fans and decided to use them....they serve no purpose other than to blow dust off and to dissipate heat from the HD.
 
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    Re: Open Air Mini ITX Build 2022/07/12 15:58:04 (permalink)
    Very nice! I have been running open air setup, bench test setups for over a year now. I mess with my rigs too much and don't like restricted cases anymore. I've built a couple 2020 aluminum extrusion PC frames and use my 3D printer to print the parts I need. 
     
    I really like the acrylic touch with yours. 
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    Re: Open Air Mini ITX Build 2022/07/12 16:25:47 (permalink)
    Open air is an interesting concept, but the added maintenance could be tiresome. 

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    Re: Open Air Mini ITX Build 2022/08/06 21:45:29 (permalink)
     
    Well that's different.    

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    Re: Open Air Mini ITX Build 2022/08/26 15:20:25 (permalink)
    Nice Mini ITX build

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    Re: Open Air Mini ITX Build 2022/08/29 04:19:02 (permalink)
    A beautiful piece of craftsmanship. 

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    Re: Open Air Mini ITX Build 2022/09/16 21:28:14 (permalink)
    Love the tiny builds! Awesome Job.

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