[sdiy] Plexiglass Panels

[Tim Daugard]

> > that dark PLEXIGLASS panels may be used instead of the expensive dark metal

> I think the biggest problem (especially with a panel tall enough to
> fit MOTM) will be the flex you'll get when plugging/unplugging jacks.
> This may eventually crack the panel, especially around any drilled
> holes. This flex will get even worse if you're planning on using 1/4"
> jacks (require more force to insert and remove). You might want to put
> a length of metal angle along the left and right edges of the panel to
> help reduce the flex.

. . . or large washers to spread the stress out. I just checked my one plexi panel - no
cracks near the 1/4 inch jacks (yet) no washers or other support either. I'm not surprised
though, the entire amp panel was put together in a week to solve a complaint for a
vocalist - so no real thought went into the design - quick and dirty and if it fails, oh
well, we'll try something else. The module is only used in the studio (so far) so the
connectors aren't touched for months on end. Once it was set up, it stayed set up.

Tim Daugard
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