MonsterMawd Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 This would be awesome to pull off. My only advice is to not draw so much from Cooler Master's existing case design and Do what YOU like. Here is the only problem with using Sketchup, it's only good as a conceptual drawing tool. Lets say you want something cnc milled, You can only export .skp files as 2D, not 3D drawings... So all of the surface features including thickness and depth are lost... This defeats the ability to send a CNC Machinist or Machine Shop your files to have something three dimensional made. I heard from Nexxo from bit-tech that can you cna import .SKP files into ViaCAD 3D (about $70) which in turn can export it to IGES. However I don't know of anyone who has actually done it. fyi; You'll find lots of pre-made Sketch-up PC hardware components here, http://scc.jezmckean.com/home (keep in mind the donated component measurements are not always 100% accurate) Here is some resources that you can draw upon for outside tooling needs IF needed. Or just save the links for future project needs. Custom CNC Machined Parts by Centerline Manufacturing Inc. Chris Croy (President) Chris@CLmanufacturing.com Ph.260-348-7400 Fax. 260-693-6356 Laser Cutting Service, Inc. 803 41st Street North Birmingham, Alabama 35212 205-595-7070 FAX 205-595-7021 http://www.lasercuttingservice.net Chrome Plating by Cal-Tron Plating Inc. 11919 Rivera Rd. Santa Fe Springs CA, 90670 Phone: 562.945.1181 Fax:562.945.1181 Powder Coating Technologies 14920 28th Ave. North Plymouth, Mn. 55447 763-559-4779 info@powdercoatingtech.com E-MachineShop (expensive, but you're paying for convenience) FYI: You can only use their free software with their equipment! http://www.emachineshop.com Emachineshop gives you the ability to make parts using injection molding, milling, turning, laser cutting, waterjet cutting, bending. You can download free, easy-to-use software which they can use to design objects ranging from personal computer chassis and car parts to door knobs in metal, plastic or other materials. For Materials, don't forget to pick up that Big yellow book of local commercial phone listings, and Google is your friend! Probably more info then you needed, but I figured I'd cover all the basics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackBeast=HKC= Posted March 1, 2011 Author Share Posted March 1, 2011 Thanks bill! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackBeast=HKC= Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 took bill's advice and made it a bit more personal. however, i cant get rid of those front 3 fans, becuz theyre part of my elaborate cooling system Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackBeast=HKC= Posted March 3, 2011 Author Share Posted March 3, 2011 re read the rules and saw that we can use another companies case, as long as their logo is not shown. THIS MAKES LIFE SO MUCH EASIER!!!! now i am considering either going out and buying a new case, or using my *company name* inspiron 530 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackBeast=HKC= Posted March 4, 2011 Author Share Posted March 4, 2011 if i can get my hands on one this would be preferable: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackBeast=HKC= Posted March 8, 2011 Author Share Posted March 8, 2011 most likely getting started soon, but no promises!, but most likely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackBeast=HKC= Posted March 20, 2011 Author Share Posted March 20, 2011 Got some components before spring break, posting pics now heres what they are Case: Antec 300 PSU: Cooler Master Extreme Power Plus 500W (qualifying product) Intake fans: 2x 120mm City net blue led fans Amenities: 2x 12" link depot blue cold cathode lights Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackBeast=HKC= Posted March 21, 2011 Author Share Posted March 21, 2011 After considering the difficulty of build and limited space on the 300's front bezel, ive drawn up another plan. this one is based on the video game by splash damage called BRINK. check out the game at brinkthegame.com. >>>>PLEASE VOTE ON WHICH CASE YOU LIKE MOST<<<< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackBeast=HKC= Posted March 29, 2011 Author Share Posted March 29, 2011 Heres a picture of a switch for the lights on front and usb bay for wireless usb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlackBeast=HKC= Posted April 3, 2011 Author Share Posted April 3, 2011 cut the window for the side panel today,(my dad did the power tools), and heres some pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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