MOTM

> PaulBr@... writes:
> Although I'm thinking the 800-form would be best...
> maybe we can stick a power distributer on that?
> Hmm, likely not easily with too many Switchcrafts.

OK, I just finished the math and fitting exercise.  Here is the scoop:

If you stay 100% with Paul's jack spacing (which the astute will notice is
a different spacing high than wide, you could do a 1U multiple with 16
jacks that would look super.  Only about 1/32 of an inch compromise was
made in top-to-bottom spacing.  However, using that exact spacing, the
bracket that Paul uses to mount circuit boards will NOT fit the gaps.  The
good news however, is that the power distribution board that Paul does sell
will fit nicely (some drilling required) on the bracket and it will have
plenty of clearance toward the front for all the 1/4 inch multiples.

So, I see three solutions Paul Br:

1. 4 X 4 multiple normal spacing, no power distribution

2. 4 X 4 multiple, slightly larger gap between multi 1 and 2 then again
between 3 and 4 and the bracket bolts right on and you have power
distribution.  But, not exactly standard MOTM spacing.

3. 2 X 4 and 1 X 6 normal multiple spacing and the power bracket fits right
in there.  So you have power distribution, normal spacing, one less
multiple, but one of this is a 6-way.  You have a four way at each end and
the 6 way in the middle.

Two holes would be required in the panel front for bolts to hold the
bracket.  They would not be in the way of the multiples.  I have found that
if you use the small (# 6? I'll have to check my size) black allen-head
bolts, they do not detract from the panel appearance.

What would be YOUR choice PaulBr ??

Larry H.