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Re: Eurorack Mounting Hole Dimensions

2012-01-30 by chrisspotta

I think the AS spacing is the same between each hole, but the start position is slightly different so if you had a Doepfer and AS module next to each other there might be a 1 or 2mm gap. you can also remove the threaded inserts from your rack and cut them into smaller lengths to get around this issue without needing to enlarge the module holes.

--- In ModularSynthPanels@yahoogroups.com, "roglok" <roglok@...> wrote:
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> Thank you. I was not aware that the Analog Solutions holes differ from the standard. Why would they do that? Anyway, I think I'll go with the Doepfer specs. If I ever decided to buy any AS modules I reckon they could still be fitted by manually filing the holes a little wider...
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> --- In ModularSynthPanels@yahoogroups.com, "chrisspotta" <chris@> wrote:
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> > Hi
> > 
> > I believe that the slotted rack mounting holes are just to allow the module to fit in either Doepfer or AS racks as they are not exactly the same.
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> > http://www.gearslutz.com/board/electronic-music-instruments-electronic-music-production/450034-analogue-systems-rack-rs10-15-non-modules.html
> > 
> > --- In ModularSynthPanels@yahoogroups.com, "roglok" <roglok@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Hi,
> > > 
> > > I need your advice on designing Eurorack front panels. 
> > > 
> > > Some manufacturers use slotted panel mounting holes (Cwejman, Metasonix), whereas others use round ones (Doepfer, Analog Solutions, Harvestman) as per the Doepfer specifications http://www.doepfer.de/a100_man/a100m_e.htm.
> > > 
> > > What are your experiences? Are you occasionally having troubles fitting modules with precise holes?
> > > 
> > > I am planning some very narrow modules (4HP) and slotted holes would further reduce the limited amount of space available for labels. Also, I'm using 2.5mm screws...
> > >
> >
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