How to Store and Charge FIFTY LAPTOPS AT ONCE! - Laptop Cart
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We had the supremely first world problem of having no where to store our near 50 laptops, so we called the experts over at Protocase... Receive an additional $25 credit for Ting by heading over to linus.ting.com today!
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This video documents the creation of a custom laptop storage and charging cart capable of holding and powering fifty laptops at once. The hosts explain the problem of storing many diverse laptops in a compact space and describe how a fully custom solution from Protocase offered the needed capacity and flexibility. They detail the design process, including translating napkin sketches into CAD drawings, receiving iterations from the Protocase team, and refining the concept to manage weight, dimensions, and accessibility. The fabrication phase is described in depth, covering laser cutting, CNC routing, deburring, and powder coating, with emphasis on the high-precision work and numerous components required for a robust cabinet. The video then highlights the practical aspects of the build, such as the six-fan airflow system, the top power distribution unit, and the reinforced steel doors, culminating in a demonstration of charging and organizing a large fleet of laptops. Finally, the hosts discuss the benefits of the modular design, the completed cart’s mobility and safety features, and give thanks to Protocase for their collaboration, followed by sponsor mentions and calls to action for viewers to like, subscribe, and explore Protocase’s offerings.
Topics · technology · hardware-design · manufacturing · cloud-and-it
Questions answered
- How many laptops does the cart officially accommodate and how is this ensured during design?
- The cart is designed to hold around fifty laptops, with careful planning for weight distribution, space, and airflow to ensure safe operation while charging and storing many devices.
- What were the key fabrication steps required to build the cart?
- The build required CAD design, industrial laser cutting, CNC routing, deburring, and a powder coating process using a high-voltage powder coating gun, along with assembling roughly 260 fasteners and welding joints for structural integrity.
- What safety or usability features are included in the final design?
- The cabinet uses steel doors, a six-fan cooling system, a top PDU for organized power distribution, cushioned and vented mounting points, and a locking mechanism to prevent accidental movement and ensure safety when loaded.