My new DJ box project...

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Hank Davidson

Hank Davidson

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Well, I'm going to start on the 2.0 version of the box I built five years ago. (see below)

OLD BOX
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I have almost all of my components and will be using PVC Tuff Board instead of wood or MDF. This will make for a stronger and lighter unit. The one thing I'm excited about this time, is the addition of an IEC receptacle to the front (not the rear) of the box.

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This way, I can have everthing pre-wired neatly inside. Just pop the cord in and go.

The total cost of the build is just around $140 and 95% of everything was purchased at Home Depot.

I'll post pics of the project in case anyone is interested
 
Hank -

A few thoughts... one, have you considered PowerCon instead of IEC? It won't fall or accidentally pull out. Two, we have corners, handles (surface and recessed) and lots of other case hardware at very good pricing if you need. I'm happy to help find the parts for you if you can send a request.

Ben
 
NLFX Pro said:
Hank -

A few thoughts... one, have you considered PowerCon instead of IEC? It won't fall or accidentally pull out. Two, we have corners, handles (surface and recessed) and lots of other case hardware at very good pricing if you need. I'm happy to help find the parts for you if you can send a request.

Ben
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Thanks Ben,

I have obtained the corners and hardware from a local vendor. However, does the PowerCon have a flush mount inlet I can install?

I want to wire it to a power strip inside the box.
 
Good point Rick. I have dozens of those cords. I really don't see myself pulling the plug, but you never know. Ben, I've seen those before, but thought they were only for speaker connections. Does it come in black?
 
Request Line Productions said:
Good point Rick. I have dozens of those cords. I really don't see myself pulling the plug, but you never know. Ben, I've seen those before, but thought they were only for speaker connections. Does it come in black?
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No, unfortunately only blue. They color code them because blue is AC input and gray is AC output (20A). They are similar to Speakon, which is used for speaker connections, but they are slightly different and designed for AC power. I really, really prefer these over the IEC. Granted the IEC connector is only 87 cents and these are a few bucks, but to not have the power go down is well worth it to me.

Ben
 
Okay, you got me... that is the 30amp version. I guess they DO come in black... but not for the amperage you are planning to use. I guess there is no reason you couldn't just use a 30A version of it with a 15A Edison on the wall end. Sometimes we geeks tend to be too literal in our thinking. LOL.

Ben
 
jkcomputers said:
I would recommend the side or back, not the front... your asking for trouble when putting it where your working...
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The idea is to have no wires visible from a spectator's view. So, I will most likely be mounting it to the far right front.

I set the box on a keyboard stand. The cover comes off and sits on the top of the stand. Then, I drape a linen over it and set the main box on the table that's left.

* The power cords are under the mouse pad section (which will now be a stationary trackball. That entire recessed panel lifts out to reveal the wiring.

* A laptop cooler and external hard drive are mounted beneath the laptop which sits Velcro'd on one inch ledges.

* The mixer is Velcro'd to another recessed panel that lifts out to reveal a small cubby for storage and power cords.

* The back has two circular vents.
 
Jon Tuck said:
why not on the underside?
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Two reasons.

1. Since it will be exposed, I don't want the receptacle damaged during storage. The box will never be resting on it's front.

2. The top and bottom are only 1/4" thick. So, in order to do that, I would have to add a block of stock for support.
 
Ron Auger said:
I got some of me swimming naked down in the Caribbean, wanna see those?:sqeek:


Hank,
Where do you buy the PVC tuff board?
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Home Depot. It's white, 3/4" thick and comes in widths up to 8". It will serve as the sides and dividers for this project. I'm using 5" for the base and 3" for the cover. Each is capped with 1/4 luan. It will also be carpeted with the exterior rug from HD. Trowel the adhesive out and staple the rest.
 
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