Yo julianf, I was thinking about getting my own design silkscreened to plexiglass or something fancy, but I think I decided I just need my mb6582 done, so I thought about using your service to get a panel made…
Can u fix me up with a custom sized design? I don’t wanna use the pactec enclosure, and I also don’t need the back panel. My design is going to be a slightly bigger surface than Wilbas design. Same layout for the actual cut and milling stuff, only centered on a bigger surface, but not much bigger though.
I would also like a panel I can spray myself, since I want a bright white glossy panel and signal red inlay.
Can u hook me up? I could also go to å local cnc shop, but I like to support whoever doing a service for the community though.
If u can, are u able to give me a crude suggestion on the price? As for postage, I’m in Norway. I guess this need to be taken through the customs and I will have to pay vat on it because of it, but that I will take care of, I only want a suggestion for your price to the border, and ill do the rest hehe.
Sorry for the slow reply - i dont always see posts in threads.
Yep, i can cut you custom stuff. If you get as many details together on what you want, then i can quote you.
Do be aware that spraying aluminium is a little more involved than spraying, say, steel. You would need to find yourself some etching primers - if you just use normal paints, the results will be dissapointing : (
Thanks Julian. I will do a drawing of the case in my CAD. Do u have any preferences when it comes to file format?
I didn’t ask, but can u do my prefered color? Saves me a lot of work. I have done my fair share of spray painting, and I also own above hobby level tools for it hehe, so I know spray painting on alu is a different deal. And the more I think about it, it is just plain stupid to get a milled panel and spray it, and then sort out the inlay hehe.
My final option is to get a cut panel from u and go to my next door print shop and have them make a vinyl print or something to stick on it. Wouldn’t cost me a great deal anyway. And instead of spraying it with a clear coat like I wanted, I could either have it printed on glossy stuff or have them laminate a glossy layer to it…
But best thing is of course if u can make the panel after my specs so I don’t have any hassle with it here before I can use it…
The power switch on the rear has also been changed to an SCI part, which people tell me is easier to get hold of? (SCI is a large brand, and should be available world-wide)
The case frame, base, and ends are from one of the group-buys that ran here. It was supplied by www.heidenreich.de
As i say, the one above was from a group buy, but im sure they can be purchased individually also.
The top and rear plates were cut here. They are cut from Wilba’s files, but with some alterations, most notably, adjustments so as the panels fit the case tighter / firmer. The panels in the photo are also 1.5mm, which means that they fit into the case rails themselves, rather than needing (expensive) profiling. The entire set (front and rear) then works out cheaper than just the original top panel, and also creates a stronger build.
Does anybody know what happened to Julian? He suddenly didn’t respond to PMs anymore. His last sign in was over a month ago. In my case it was right after he told me that my panel was finished and ready for shipment. We where about to decide for the shipping method when he didn’t respond to my answer. Does anybody have any information?
All good, we’re back in contact after the abrupt Christmas hols.
Julian has been ill and one of his CNC machines broke down. He has a job for me in the pipeline as well. Do you have his email? I’d send him a mail asking a status update, I’m sure your stuff is fine.
Does anybody know what happened to Julian? He suddenly didn’t respond to PMs anymore. His last sign in was over a month ago. In my case it was right after he told me that my panel was finished and ready for shipment. We where about to decide for the shipping method when he didn’t respond to my answer. Does anybody have any information?
All good, we’re back in contact after the abrupt Christmas hols.
The above transaction was concluded ages ago, but, just to be clear to the casual reader - the delay was *prior* to me taking any payment. For me, that’s quite an important detail, which could be missed! : )
Of course, any delay is tedious, but delays after payment is made are, in my mind, another issue entirely.
I should also give thanks to Highcooley for his purchase, even in spite of the quiet period! : )
I know it’s a long shot but are any of these panels still available?
Griz
JulianF last posted in this Forum in February 2018 regarding making cheaper cases to go with his panels - so it sure does look like he is still making them for people
You should direct message Julian, he doesn’t receive email notifications for people replying on his threads (only direct message), and doesn’t check the forums daily.
