Custom chassis design & manufacture sources?

[oemcar]

There is https://www.rapiddirect.com/, they do a similar job as Front Panel Express, with some pros and cons. You need to do the CAD work and talk to them, the workflow is more "manual" than Front Panel Express. The quality is similar. They routinely do anodizing after milling, big difference from FPE. For us here is Asia the shipping costs are the biggest factor actually

Exported Step file of above design per their drop zone require in 20ga 304 stainless. Quote didn't ask what metal finish- so we'll see if specified
ss- Have you actually used these guys? If so, elaborate on your project... and if pics, then please ;<)
Thanks for submitting-
Jim

 

[soldersober]

Yes, I have made some chassis with them and a couple are in process. I normally send them stp, dxf and pdf files for each part. And then you will need to separately specify about the material, finish. Also some threads info need to be told explicitly. Much better to have a direct communication by email or some messenger, do not expect to just upload the files and go. Some examples here, side walls are Modushop profiles, everything else from rapiddirect:

https://www.diyaudio.com/community/threads/photo-gallery.71300/post-6680630https://www.diyaudio.com/community/threads/photo-gallery.71300/post-6835348

 

[HeadShake]

I've used Ponoko.com for the custom cuts/engraving + bud industries for the boxes.