This is an introduction to the Aluminum Blank Panel 3U Large 4-Piece Set from Takazudo's hobby blank panel series. The panels are 3U height and come in 4 widths: 10HP, 12HP, 14HP, and 16HP, one of each. Made of aluminum with one side painted black, you can use whichever side suits your rack's design.
This product is available for purchase below.
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Overview
These blank panels were designed by Takazudo using CAD data and manufactured at a factory. The material is aluminum, with one side painted black.
Since they are ordered from an affordable factory, some panels with scratches or uneven aluminum texture may occasionally be mixed in, but these are screened out for this product.
Sizes and Quantities
The sizes and quantities are as follows.
| HP | Qty | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Thickness (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10HP | 1 | 50.5 | 128.5 | 1.6 |
| 12HP | 1 | 60.6 | 128.5 | 1.6 |
| 14HP | 1 | 70.8 | 128.5 | 1.6 |
| 16HP | 1 | 80.9 | 128.5 | 1.6 |
Design Details
It's just a blank panel, so there's nothing particularly remarkable to highlight, but one design consideration worth noting is that the screw holes on this panel are sized with a slight margin on both sides to accommodate two screw positions.
When determining screw hole positions for panels, most people reference the dimensions published by Doepfer, which established the Eurorack standard. However, if you match those dimensions exactly, modules can end up fitting too tightly. These panels have their screw holes positioned with that consideration in mind, placed to allow some clearance.
As for colors, the factory offers several painting options, but after ordering panels in various colors, I chose black because it shows the least unevenness and blends most easily with other module panels. The back is left as raw aluminum, so you can choose which side to use.
These are by no means premium-quality products, but since blank panels can be surprisingly expensive when you actually try to buy them, I thought it would be good to offer an affordable option.
Specifications
- Material: Aluminum
- Widths: 10HP, 12HP, 14HP, 16HP, one of each
Recommended for anyone with empty rack space who wants to keep the dust out.
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