Need more height in an enclosure...

Belt · August 05, 2009, 08:43:45 AM

I need a tad bit more space in the box depthwise. Any ideas / solutions other than the plexiglass spacer. I've seen that one and like it. But I think I'm looking for something else.

Thanks Y'all

jacobyjd · August 05, 2009, 09:13:59 AM

Depending on what tools you have on hand, you could make a wooden spacer...if you need a quick fix, cut up a pen or something to use as suspension posts.

ayayay! · August 05, 2009, 09:18:30 AM

Take your backplate screw to the hardware store. Match the thread with a longer screw. Then get some platic tubing or even a straw...some kind of hollow cylinder... to use as a standoff. Cut 4 identical lengths, and place the standoff between the plate & enclosure.

Belt · August 05, 2009, 09:22:22 AM

I'm thinking about a permanent solution. I've got some 1290's that I just need to get about 1/8th to 3/16th's more out of.

Wood might be better than plexi

I don't know that an air gap would be desired, but the plastic tubing works great for supporting PCB's

markeebee · August 05, 2009, 09:28:55 AM

I cut up an old mouse mat to make a sort of gasket between the backplate and the box. You use a double or triple layer to increase the depth. Added bonus: provides some shock absorbtion for the knees and ankles when stomping!!

Also, if you cut it to shape you use it to retain a battery or even a PCB if you were feeling adventurous.

Belt · August 05, 2009, 09:35:02 AM

A combo of a mouse pad with spacers to hold the height is a solution for sure for me. As far as my pedals, I like uniqueness. But beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

I think the best full time solution is plexi though. I don't think I'd add the LED for light up. But it seems that'd be a permanent solution.

I'm coming up with a JB Weld solution....

mua ha ha

Belt · August 05, 2009, 09:58:02 AM

disregard the JB Weld thought

spacers for today

plexi for tomorrow

thanks for the input

jacobyjd · August 05, 2009, 10:08:13 AM

Don't forget pics!

Belt · August 05, 2009, 10:12:36 AM

I'll have some pics eventually
I'll have some clips eventually
I'll have some vids eventually
I'm not the most technologically advanced today

Pics are gonna be up soon

Al Heeley · August 05, 2009, 11:31:55 AM

+1 for the illuminated plexi spacer - both functional, clever and beautiful, like my ideal woman to be honest.

And you can screw into it quite easily too.

Belt · August 05, 2009, 11:36:00 AM

trixdropd · August 05, 2009, 06:37:45 PM

Where can one buy an illuminated spacer?

tiges_ tendres · August 05, 2009, 06:43:25 PM

Quote from: trixdropd on August 05, 2009, 06:37:45 PM
Where can one buy an illuminated spacer?

You have to make one. Plexi glass cut to the correct size will do the job. Search for the tutorial.

trixdropd · August 05, 2009, 09:49:55 PM

Quote from: tiges_ tendres on August 05, 2009, 06:43:25 PM
Quote from: trixdropd on August 05, 2009, 06:37:45 PM
Where can one buy an illuminated spacer?

You have to make one. Plexi glass cut to the correct size will do the job. Search for the tutorial.

Ah, I thought that maybe there was one available that had the led built in already somewhere. Thanks!

Belt · August 05, 2009, 10:19:42 PM

I've seen pics of a few pedals with the plexiglass.

It looks neat

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