Project: ORION by Koradhil

[Koradhil]

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion_header.jpg

I already said something about my new project when I completed my last one, Mystique (http://www.thebestcasescenario.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6526). My new project, Orion is the successor of one of my first big projects, Nimex (http://forums.bit-tech.net/showthread.php?t=104078). Although Nimex was never completed, it was one of my first successful casemods. It was mainly a showoff case and I went a bit crazy on that project, which unfortunately resulted in a low quality finish. Since then I've learned a lot from my mistakes. Gemini (http://www.core-modding.nl/page.php?al=gemini) and Mystique (http://www.thebestcasescenario.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6526) were both aimed at a high quality finish, while keeping things simple.
With Orion, I'm again building a real show-off rig like Nimex, but with the quality finish of Gemini and Mystique. I have chosen to go with a black/red color theme, using a bunch of red LED fans and a lot of UV red acrylic. Also the hardware has been selected to match this color theme. Like Nimex, Orion will be based upon a SilverStone case, a black TJ07. It's going to be watercooled like all my projects.

Considering that this is a completely new system and I'm just a student, I had to get some financial support. Luckily I found some companies willing to sponsor some products. Many thanks go to these companies for their support.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/logo_epox.jpg (http://www.epox.com.tw)http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/logo_listan.jpg (http://www.listan.net)http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/logo_recom.jpg (http://www.recom.nl)http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/logo_sapphire.jpg (http://www.sapphiretech.com)http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/logo_corsair.jpg (http://www.corsair.com)

The hardware
» SilverStone TJ07 case
» EPoX EP-AD580 XR motherboard
» Corsair Dominator Twin2X-2048 PC8500 DDR2 memory
» Sapphire Radeon X1800 XL graphics card
» AMD Athlon 64 X2 5600+ processor
» Recom Power Engine 600CF power supply

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/hessers.jpg
The case, power supply and fans provided by Recom.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/ep-ad580xr.jpg
The EP-AD580 XR motherboard provided by EPoX.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/x1800xl.jpg
The Radeon X1800 XL provided by Sapphire

Some SketchUp work

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion001.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion002.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion003.jpg


Corsair sent me some Dominator memory, including the Dominator Airflow.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/corsairdominator.jpg

Naturally the blue is a no-go in this casemod, so the stickers had to go.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion004.jpg

The fans will be replaced by red LED fans and the sides will be decorated with some red carbon fiber film.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion005.jpg
My sketchup model of the Dominator Airflow can be downloaded here (http://www.core-modding.nl/page.php?al=sketchup).

[XcOM]

dude that looooks soo cool, its going to be sick, i wish i could get companys to sponcer me parts to do a mod, my next mod is going to be huge, take loads of time, and be KICK ASSS.

Anyway, thats DROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLLLLABLE, even the sketchup gets my mouth wet.

[Drum Thumper]

This is gonna be good. Can't wait to see the end result!

+rep and a /subscribe as well.

[si-skyline]

It seems all very nice :) i like your sketchs :D

I can see you really paying attention to the finer things in this mod :p

plus how in the hell did you get them to sponser you? hold a gun to there heads :D j.k

cant wait to see more
si-skyline

[M!ST!CX]

Cant wait to see it complited

[NocturnaL]

MMM another sponsered Mod, this should be good ;)

[Koradhil]

I got the red carbon film today. I had hoped it to look better than this, but since I got it I'll use it anyway. Perhaps I will replace it later if I find something better.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion007.jpg

And applied to the Dominator Airflow:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion008.jpg

[_ferry_]

I think for small pieces like this the foil will be fine.
Well, knowing you, this mod won't be 1 of the 1000'th stick-some-carbonfoil mods ;) Good luck!

[Cool1Net6]

This looks hot. I want to follow this one...

-Cool-

[Koradhil]

A minor update, the watercooling parts arrived today. There's still some parts I need but this is most of the stuff. I already had the single radiator but I put it there to get an overview pic.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion009.jpg

A list of the parts:
- Alphacool Nexxxos Pro2 radiator
- Black Ice Xtreme 1 radiator
- Aquacomputer Aquagratix X1800/X1900 VGA waterblock
- Aquacomputer Aquatube black reservoir
- Innovatek HPPS Plus pump (12V Eheim 1046)
Also got a whole bunch of compression fittings, some for 8x1.5 Tygon.

[Koradhil]

Finally, my exams are done (pre-university edudation; I prolly passed). Results will come on June 15th. I now have 3 months vacation, until September. Most of the time I will be working and partying but I'll also have plenty of time for modding.
Here's the work I've done a couple weeks back but hadn't posted yet. The mobo got mounted reverse-ATX. I was too lazy to replace the rails for the tray, so I just mounted it to the back of the case with the screws, so the tray is hanging mid-air. I will fix the bottom rail later on when I'm making cover for the bottom radiator (which creates a double floor so I can route cables underneith).
I also got the new fans for the dominator airflow. I've mounted them but I still have to combine the three cables into one nice cable. The color is actually more deep red than the pink in the pictures. My cam can't handle it.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion010.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion011.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion012.jpg

For the rest of it, I've been busy with the exams, and I've been working on a new website. Have a look at http://www.core-modding.nl :D (still got a few bugs to work out, especially with the gallery)

[Koradhil]

I want to start working on the front, but I'm in doubt. I know what I want the basic design to look like, but I'm not sure how wide I want the holes to be. The width will affect the amount of holes.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion013.jpg

Should I go with the big design (left - 1.5cm) or with the small design (right - 1.0cm) ?

An overview pic:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion014.jpg

[Drum Thumper]

Do you feel comfortable doing either? If so, then I'd do the one on the right.

[Zephik]

My vote goes to the first one. Although, they both look pretty darn cool!

[Luke122]

Agreed.. both look cool. The one on the right would be more work, but would look cooler. I like the way the cutouts follow the contour of the circle in the center.

[AMD_TaT3rs]

i say right. makes it look like there is more going on when actually its just a few lines.

[Koradhil]

Hey guys. I'm still not sure about the front design. I personally preferred the bigger design, but most people keep saying I should go with the smaller design, so I made another design which keeps the middle between the big and small designs.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion015.jpg
See the new design in the center, with 6 bars, each 1,25cm wide, with 1cm spacing between them.

I've drawn each design on paper to get a better feel for the size.

Small:
http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion016.jpg

Medium:
http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion017.jpg

Large:
http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion018.jpg

[b4i7]

i like both the big and small sizes.....i think i may like the bigger a touch more

lookin good...cant wait for the final product!

[FrooP]

i like large :)

[Luke122]

Hmm... I think the middle option is the one now.. the big ones just look too big, and after seeing that latest option, the small ones look too small.

It's your mod though, so you should do what you want to do with it. :D Actually.. Orion's belt has 3 stars right? And your ram cooler has 3 fans.. go with the large ones... 3 slots above and below the central opening.. keep that theme of 3's going! :D

[Koradhil]

Finally, a good explanation of the choice. I haven't looked at it that way before. Thanks!

[Koradhil]

I've been working on the Dominator Airflow again. I made two strips of mesh to fit the side of the Airflow. These will be sprayed metallic red and glued on. I'm still looking for the perfect color, the local DIY-store doesn't have any nice dark red paint so I'll be visiting the car tuning shop soon.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion019.jpg

[Luke122]

I think that the painted mesh will look waaaay better than the carbon film.. plus, it's actually mod work instead of sticker work. :)

You are doing a great job with this build so far, looking forward to more updates.

What inspired the name Orion?

[Koradhil]

I was looking for a name and remembered the film Stargate SG1 I had recently seen. I liked the name and decided to stick with it. The project has nothing to do with the Orion constellation other than that. My previous project, Gemini, is the name of a constellation too, and the two are actually neighbors. Gemini is positioned to the top left of Orion.

[insurancebasis]

I'm again building a real show-off rig like Nimex, but with the quality finish of Gemini and Mystique. :smoker:

[Koradhil]

The mesh got painted today:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion020.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion021.jpg

[b4i7]

that is pure sexy, my reasoning on not liking the medium spacing is that it doesnt seem to fit along the res shape, like how the small and large both seem to flow more with the outer edge of it, know what i mean?

[chaksq]

Looking very good, keep it up.

[Koradhil]

Someone asked which paint I used...

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/metallicred.jpg

The mouse is an old Trust model I had lying around, I used it as a testing object. I like the result so I'll probably be painting some more stuff :)

[si-skyline]

that mesh looks very good, it looks better then the strip thing you had :up: loving that colour too :) keep up the good work

[Koradhil]

Sprayed the Revoltec Fightmouse Advanced:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion022.jpg

The Fightboard will follow soon. Thanks to Listan (Revoltec) for supplying these.

[Cool1Net6]

Now that looks hot! GJ!

-Cool-

[Koradhil]

The keyboard is done:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion023.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion024.jpg

[Koradhil]

Sprayed some more stuff.. the VGA waterblock cover plate:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion025.jpg

Also did the WASD keys. I have some spare keys just in case, but I think they look fine. Again 1 layer of metallic red and 2 layers of clear coat.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion026.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion027.jpg

IRL the printing on the keys is much more visible.

The complete set:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion028.jpg

[b4i7]

lookin very nice....i really like that color

[Koradhil]

Sorry for not updating guys, I've been busy working, organizing some stuff for the coming week and building a website for a customer (preview (http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/rtsite.jpg)).

Anyway, I've also had some time to work on the sketchup design. I've decided to go with the bigger design. Now I want the top to match the front panel, so I did some sketchup work. Here's what I came up with:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion029.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion030.jpg

Still no real work done though, and that will stay like that for at least another week. Tomorrow I'm leaving to Friesland (the northern province of the Netherlands) to go sailing for the weekend, followed by camping with some friends until Thursday.

[b4i7]

iitll look awesome! cant wait

[The boy 4rm oz]

I like that design, hope it turns out how you want it to.

[Koradhil]

Back with an update, finally. In the past couple of weeks I've had to work a lot, almost fulltime. Thankfully Sunday is still a free day so I've had the chance to work on the front panel today.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion031.jpg

I chose to go with the bigger design. Firstly I taped the aluminum and drew out the design. I started with the holes for the Aquatube. First drill a hole, then saw out the hole with my scroll sawing machine.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion032.jpg

Continuing to the other holes:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion033.jpg

For detail work I used my brand new toy, a Dremel Stylus.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/dremelstylus.jpg

After filing I temporarily mounted it in the case.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion034.jpg

Currently the holes are rectangular. These will be rounded later, as in the sketchup model.
I've also ordered the acrylic. I wanted to go with UV red, but the shop only had UV orange, so I decided to go with red tinted acrylic. Also ordered a 50cm long tube, 4cm diameter. I will use that to make a custom fillport/reservoir.

[Koradhil]

This evening I rounded the holes:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion035.jpg

[Koradhil]

I got another question for you. I'm thinking of painting all the mesh in the case, starting with the mesh on the sidepanels, but the front and top will also be done.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion036.jpg

It's red VS black on this one. The Corsair Dominator Airflow has mesh painted red, and I really like it that way. I think more red mesh will be nice, but I'd like your opinion on it.

[jdbnsn]

I think the red looks great! That's what I'd go with.

[calumc]

red, definitely

[.Maleficus.]

Red would look awesome.

[M!ST!CX]

one more vote for red;)

[Luke122]

..and another vote for red.

[b4i7]

i vote red too!...if you dont do it......ill cry

[Computer-Geek]

oOo i vote for red mesh :)

[Drum Thumper]

Red. Makes for a nice contrast.

[mercerman318]

bla...... red, seriously though the red looks awesome

[Koradhil]

Here you go...

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion037.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion038.jpg

[b4i7]

yeah that will look completely awesome in your case

[Computer-Geek]

Nice :)

[Koradhil]

Even though I had to work all day, I got enough energy left to work on the front panel. The acrylic arrived today, mainly red tinted acrylic, but also some thick clear plates (for custom watercooling components) and a 4cm diameter tube (for a custom fillport / reservoir). I've made a copy of the aluminum front panel onto a piece of red tinted acrylic. I neglected to post that I had done the mesh for the front panel yesterday, but here's the final result. The three components for the front panel (1mm aluminium, 3mm acrylic, 1mm mesh):

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion039.jpg

Which come together like this:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion040.jpg

[Drum Thumper]

Damn, that looks schweet!

Can't wait to see the finished product.

[M!ST!CX]

thats my boy:D,
very nice man.

[jdbnsn]

That mesh looks top shelf for sure, great color compatibility!

[.Maleficus.]

Hey Koradhil, did you buy that mesh from an online store, or was it a local store? That's some awesome stuff that could be very useful to me in the hopefully near future.

[Koradhil]

Its AC Ryan MeshX, available at many casemodding webshops.

[The boy 4rm oz]

That red mesh looks great with the black case. I'm using MeshX aswell.

[DAE_JA_VOO]

Just read this log. Great work dude :)

[Koradhil]

Hey guys, I guess you agree with me its time to start working on the project again. I had a break for some time for a couple of reasons, but mainly I didn't have time because I've been working almost fulltime the last month. Last week I got myself a notebook:

Fujitsu Siemens Amilo Pi 2530
- Intel Core 2 Duo T7100 1.8Ghz
- ATI Mobility Radeon HD2300 128MB DDR2
- 2x 1GB DDR2 PC5300 RAM
- 160GB 5400rpm SATA HDD
- 15,4" WXGA TFT CrystalView 1280*800px
- Realtek Digital Audio (7.1 SPDIF)
- Intel 56mbps WiFi IEEE 802.11 a/b/g
- DVD+/-RW Dual Layer
- 1.3mp webcam
- SD/MS/MMC/MSPRO cardreader
- Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 4000
- Windows Vista Home Premium

I'm now mostly working on my notebook, which allows me to take Orion apart for modding. So that's exactly what I did today.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion041.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion042.jpg

Also installed the GFX waterblock.

[jdbnsn]

Glad to see you're back at it.

[D1337]

I love mods that use red, imo it looks better and its rarer to see.
Also my opinions again, but i would paint the fans with a deeper red, In the original picture with them all packaged they looked darker but now the two in the case look almost pinkish.

goodluck!

[Koradhil]

Yes, the fans are actually pink, but when lit up the lighting is really very deep red, not pink at all.

[AMD_TaT3rs]

where did you get your sheet metal for the front panel. im looking for some.

[Koradhil]

At the local DIY shop (Gamma).

[AMD_TaT3rs]

thanks. do you know if home depot or lowes would have some? or is it more like hobby shops and stuff like that?

[The boy 4rm oz]

Mate it's been a while, glad to see your back in the game.

[D1337]

Btw in your sig change the Aquamedia link to http://www.core-modding.nl/page.php?al=aquamedia
and you have a nice little site to show off your beauties.

[Koradhil]

I don't know about home depot or lowes, because I don't know any of these shops (there are none in the Netherlands).
I'll fix my sig :) I changed server a while back and that came with a new domain name..

Today I mounted the new front panel to the drive tray. To do this I took two pieces of L-shaped aluminum and mounted these to the front panel with two hex bolts each. Then I drilled holes in the drive tray to mount the L-pieces. This wasn't really all that much work, but it had to be measured perfectly in order for the front to mount flush in the case.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion043.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion044.jpg

I will have to make a new front for the DVD tray, because the original won't fit. The drive can be opened by pressing the aluminum beneath the DVD tray.

[The boy 4rm oz]

You re a modding monster, RRRRAAAAHHHH lol.

[slytherock]

oups, I salivated on my keyboard... nice :up:

[cookies&cream]

Real Nice!!:)

[Scotty]

How the hell did i miss this mod? I LOVE that case, and you're making it look soo damn good.

[Koradhil]

Been working on the CPU waterblock. I started out from the waterblock I made for my previous project, Mystique:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/mystique038.jpg

This block was suitable for a socket A system, but wouldn't fit on the socket AM2 I'm using with Orion. Therefore, I had to make a new cover plate.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion045.jpg

And after an hour or so I got this:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion046.jpg

The block isn't ready yet, I'm thinking of spraying it black and adding a piece of 1mm aluminum to decorate the top.

[Scotty]

Nice.

[Koradhil]

Ok I designed the aluminum cover for the block:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion047.jpg

The center will be cut out for the fittings to pass through. I will probably spray it metallic red. The aluminum is 2mm thick. Cutout will be done some other day, its too late to do it now.

[p0Pe]

mmmhhhh... home made water blocks:P... me like..

alu, acryl and mesh = kickass combo!
+rep beacuse its hopefully gonna turn our NICE!

[bruteqaz]

Wow, I'm definitely watching this one... Red is my favorite color. :D You're giving me some good ideas for my next mod. I wanna build a case out of acrylic. Kinda wanna do something like that Sunbeam UFO Acrylic Cube Case, 'cept have some better cooling and enough space for my 8800.

[The boy 4rm oz]

I've seen Mystique, a great mod but I think this beats it.

[Koradhil]

And done...

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion048.jpg

[p0Pe]

hmm... i think the alu ruins it a bit, beacuse there is the big gap to the left:/... why not make one thats the exact forms as the acrylic, just 5 or so mm smaller, and with wholes to each fitting?

[The boy 4rm oz]

I like the alu but that gap to the left of the first nozel needs to be filled with some more alu, would be a different story if you wanted to see the coolant but there is none to see in that area

[Scotty]

What would it look like with a bit of mesh in that open bit next to the nozzel? Think it would look sweet.

[Koradhil]

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion049.jpg

At first it seems a bit too fat, but compared to the Dominator Airflow next to it it will look small ;)

[Computer-Geek]

wow it looks much better now!

[Scotty]

*Drools*

+rep

[The boy 4rm oz]

Yeah that does look much better, red and black look great together.

[Blackout]

looking slick, i like the top for the water block it really gives it something different

[Koradhil]

Sorry for the long delay guys, but there is finally some progress to report. December was a crazy month for me, working 32+ hours a week, next to my full-time study.
First of all, I want to show you the watercooling stuff I plan to put in. I'm building a dual loop watercooling system for Orion, with two Aquatube reservoirs, two Hydor L20 pumps and two radiators (BIX1 and NexXxos Pro2).

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion050.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion051.jpg

The SilverStone TJ07 has two L-shaped bars at the back of the case to keep the U-body in its shape. These are mounted with two M3 screws at each side. Unfortunately these were fastened extremely tight, so tight that when I took them out, I wrecked the threading. Therefore I had to make two new bars. I took two aluminum L-profiles, cut them to fit and drilled and threaded all holes as on the original. This turned out ok, even though I ran into some problems which were quickly solved.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion052.jpg
The new bars mounted.

Next up was spraying everything. Here's the mobotray receiving some primer.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion053.jpg

And the front panel.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion054.jpg

Here's the front panel and sidepanels mounted temporarily, to give an impression.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion055.jpg

The back of the case is still empty.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion056.jpg

Closeup, but poor quality due to the darkness.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion057.jpg

Thats all for now. Black paint is currently drying on the motherboard tray.

[jdbnsn]

I was wondering where you went, glad to see you back!

[Scotty]

Yay he's back! And im in love again :D

[DZ469]

Love the case, love the color scheme. Nice to have you back on the
job. Keep up the good work. :up: :p :D

[The boy 4rm oz]

Yay progress. That loop is going to look awesome when it's done, as will the rest of this mod.

[Drum Thumper]

Good to have you back. I understand all too well regarding December.

Have some rep!

[b4i7]

you never seem to fail us on your updates....this is a beautiful mod

[|NQ|Squelsh]

Really nice work! +Rep and subscribed.
I think I will use a similar red color on my Orb.

[Koradhil]

Work on the interior is progressing nicely. Motherboard tray and drivebays are now painted and back in place. I took some overview shots to get the complete picture.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion058.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion059.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion060.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion061.jpg

[DZ469]

Wow, this case i just awesome. One thing though: have you
considered painting the mobo? :D It doesnt exactly match the
theme of the case ;)

[Koradhil]

That motherboard in the photo is an old one I never use (it's my old overclocking board, a DFI Lanparty nF2 coupled with an Athlon XP 2500+ Mobile Barton). The board I will use in Orion is in the starting post of this topic.

[The boy 4rm oz]

That looks fantastic mate, you have done a great job. +rep

[Cryo]

Can I ask how you plan to connect the front reservoir to the panel?
Been trying to figure out something like that for my own... but never managed to create something stable to hold the res and the water ...

Cheers in advance ;)

Furthermore... in 1 word... AWESOME!

[ebinmoothedam]

this is one of most amazing write up.
waiting for more

[Scotty]

Nice again.

So if i send you my TJ07, can you make it look prettier :p

Im not paying postage, it's too big and heavy...

[BigJohnson]

Wow, I just stumbled on this thread. That case looks incredible. Great job. Have a rep.

[Koradhil]

Can I ask how you plan to connect the front reservoir to the panel?
Been trying to figure out something like that for my own... but never managed to create something stable to hold the res and the water ...

Cheers in advance ;)

Furthermore... in 1 word... AWESOME!
The res is currently mounted to the aluminum front plate. I hope that this will be enough. If not, I'll have to remake the front panel from steel (which might actually be easier because I can do the steel plating work at school with proper tools).

[chaksq]

Very nice, I like all of the custom painting on things such as the cooling. You take seemingly simple mods and together they are awesome.

[Koradhil]

Thanks for all your support people :D

I've been thinking about the best way to route the tubing. I've come up with a new design that might be better than the previous one. What do you think?

The old one:
http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/wcloop.jpg

The new one:
http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/wcloop2.jpg

Basically the reservoirs are switched.

[BigJohnson]

That looks much less confusing and like its going to save some tubing.

[Cryo]

and there is a wee bit more logic in it :)
Could you tag up a small pricelist allready?
Just curious :)

[Scotty]

You do realize to get that rad in the separator plate your gonna have to cut it right, i believe its just a little too small for a 120mm fan, i was going to put one there see :)


Depending on the size of your power supply, it's possible to get a 120mm and a single 120mm in the bottom, although airflow is odd, because i have one one side the other on the other side, and the fans on both sides pull air out. You can then shove the pumps on that middle plate, in the drive holder bit if needed, or if you don't have hdd's in the bottom atall the pumps would fit in.

edit:
Like this:

http://img299.imageshack.us/img299/5603/tj07gx0.jpg

But it's a tight fit with a PSU and hdds. But hey it's your mod, do what the hell you want.

[Koradhil]

The hole in the divider plate is not a problem, I've already enlarged it to take a 120mm fan. The radiator itself will sit on top of the plate, flush against the motherboard tray above.
The problem with having the radiators at the bottom is that there will be at least 3 hdd's (so one cage) in the bottom compartment, as well as two pumps and an ATX-size PSU. Although it would probably fit, I prefer to have ample space in the bottom compartment for cabling and a drainage system.

[Koradhil]

Tonight I've been busy depending how I will make the first plate for the inner plating. This plate will be positioned on top of the single radiator, right underneath the motherboard tray.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion062.jpg
Drawing is not to scale.

As you can see there will be one big hole for the radiator, as well as three holes for tubing (oops I forgot one..) and a hole for ATX and P8 power. I'm going to try to make this out of 1mm steel tomorrow, using the proper equipment.

[Scotty]

Ah yea, you would get it all in by the pumps. I couldn't get a tiny Dtek DB-1 in there with it all...

But drainage? What are you! lol

[Koradhil]

Ah yea, you would get it all in by the pumps. I couldn't get a tiny Dtek DB-1 in there with it all...

But drainage? What are you! lol
I'm a dutchman, that should explain it ;)
Obviously I meant a bleeding system for the watercooling, with two valves.

[Scotty]

Now you see, im hardcore, and if i have to drain my system will probably just take a craft knife to one of the tubes.

[Koradhil]

Ok I did the first plate today. It came out nicely, but first I'll show you some of the machinery I have at my disposal at school.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/bendingmachine.jpg
A bending machine for steel and aluminum.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/cuttingmachine.jpg
A small cutting machine for angled cutting.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/platecuttingmachine.jpg
This cutter is for doing bigger plates.

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/punchmachine.jpg
One of my favorites: a punch machine. This saves a lot of time from drilling.

There are also things like a CNC turner (http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/cncturn.jpg), laser cutter (http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/lasercutter.jpg) and lathes (http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/lathe.jpg).

Modders paradise :D

On to the project. I don't have any action shots, but here's the result:

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion063.jpg

http://www.core-modding.nl/datas/users/orion064.jpg
Fits perfectly 8)

[BigJohnson]

My school never had anything like that. Even the staff didnt get to use anything cool.

[Scotty]

Now that's hot.

[The boy 4rm oz]

I agree with Scotty, That plate looks awesome.

[b4i7]

that is indeed awesome

[Drum Thumper]

Let me be the first to congratulate you on the front page!

[brinkz0r]

And let me be the second, you deserved it :)

[Koradhil]

I must confess I was expecting that sooner or later :D

[TraitorJackKnives]

Koradhil I love your case and ideas, everything looks amazing. Would you mind if I used a few of your ideas from this mod?

[Koradhil]

It's not like I could do anything to prevent you from copying anything. But I don't really mind anyway so it's okay.

[Koradhil]

Hey there,

I'm just here to tell you this project is finally nearing completion. I've been working hard the last two days to get it done for the Benelux Casemod League next weekend. Unfortunately I didn't have time to take pictures of the process, but I got some near-final shots for you.

http://www.core-modding.nl/files/orion065.jpg
System turned off, the WC isn't filled yet so I cant switch it on (for long) yet.

http://www.core-modding.nl/files/orion066.jpg
The two pumps at the base of the casemod. It's a dual-loop system: Pump-CPU-Rad-Res (top) and Pump-GPU-Rad-Res (front).

[Luke122]

Awesome! I've been waiting to see this one get finished. :D

[The boy 4rm oz]

Good to see you have almost got this one finished. Awesome work mate, I can't wait to see the final glory shots.

[FuzzyPlushroom]

Damn, that's a pretty case.

[DonT-FeaR]

wow that looks so cool...

[AntraxLife]

:o i would be depressed if you did not win that contest by far with this beauty! nice mod man!
+Rep

[Koradhil]

I'm sorry, I neglected to post the latest update. Here's a picture of the finished mod as it was on display at the Benelux Casemod League. It ended in 2nd place.

http://images.hardware.info/articles/hme2008-IMG_2365.JPG

Also I have to let you know I've ended my casemodding hobby. I'm now focussing on my other hobby, my work and my study, which is webdesign/development.

Cheers!

[The boy 4rm oz]

That really does look amazing, I always loved the front fascia and the subtle colour scheme.

A shame you are ending your modding career, you have a lot of tallent. Hang around and show us your web design escapades ;).

[DonT-FeaR]

looks awesome..

oh... noo... the awesome is dripping onto the floor!