You wouldn’t DOWNLOAD a PC CASE?! - 3D Printed PC
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A portion of this video was sponsored by Salesforce. Go to salesforce.com to learn more! Making a case is easy, just click print... right? From a spool of plastic to a SICK water cooled gaming machine.. some assembly required. Learn more on the E3D ToolChanger at lmg.gg Buy ROG Strix 3090 On Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us On Best Buy (PAID LINK): geni.us On Newegg (PAID LINK): geni.us Buy E3D ToolChanger Components On Newegg (PAID LINK): geni.us Buy ROG Maximus XIII Hero On Amazon (PAID LINK): geni.us On Best Buy (PAID LINK): geni.us On Newegg (PAID LINK): geni.us Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Huge thanks to these folks for their help in this video: E3D - e3d-online.com Repkord - repkord.com - Use Code RBONLTT for 10% off any Repbox model and accessories now through Nov 2021 Empiricus - prusaprinters.org or twitter.com Prusa 3D - shop.prusa3d.com EKWB - ekwb.com Discuss on the forum: linustechtips.com ► GET MERCH: lttstore.com ► AFFILIATES, SPONSORS & REFERRALS: lmg.gg ► PODCAST GEAR: lmg.gg ► SUPPORT US ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com FOLLOW US ELSEWHERE --------------------------------------------------- Twitter: twitter.com Facebook: @LinusTech Instagram: @linustech TikTok: @linustech Twitch: twitch.tv MUSIC CREDIT --------------------------------------------------- Intro: Laszlo - Supernova Video Link: youtube.com iTunes Download Link: itunes.apple.com Artist Link: soundcloud.com Outro: Approaching Nirvana - Sugar High Video Link: youtube.com Listen on Spotify: spoti.fi Artist Link: youtube.com Intro animation by MBarek Abdelwassaa @mbarek_abdel Monitor And Keyboard by vadimmihalkevich / CC BY 4.0 geni.us Mechanical RGB Keyboard by BigBrotherECE / CC BY 4.0 geni.us Mouse Gamer free Model By Oscar Creativo / CC BY 4.0 geni.us CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 Sponsor: Salesforce 0:05 Downloading a PC case? DANG!!! 0:15 E3D's ToolChanger 4:02 Colin's experience with the ToolChanger 4:52 3D-printed PC case 6:24 Heat-setting screw inserts 8:00 Installing the motherboard 9:39 CPU, CPU Cooler and PSU install 10:57 RAM install 11:17 SSD install 11:42 GPU and water cooling install 17:34 Linus plushies in stock! LTTSTORE.COM 17:58 Conclusion 19:08 Sponsor: Salesforce
In this episode, the team teases the idea of downloading a PC case, kicking off a deep dive into the world of 3D printed computer enclosures and the hardware that fills them. The opening segment frames the project as a playful experiment, highlighting the allure of downloadable case designs and the potential of open hardware to redefine what a PC can look like. They spotlight Impericus OPF-1 and OPF-2 designs and explain the build constraints, notably the limited build volume of their printers and the need to adapt parts for a larger structure. The narrative then shifts toward a heavyweight solution from E3D, the ToolChanger, described as a motion system rather than a standard 3D printer, capable of hosting multiple tool heads and configurations, enabling everything from laser etching to PCB assembly. This culminates in a high-energy exploration of assembling a fully functional, air-cooled yet water-cooled, open-frame PC case, boosted by a dizzying array of components, from an RTX 3090 to EKWB water cooling hardware, all mounted to a remarkably modular chassis. By the mid-build, the team acknowledges the learning curve and the trial-and-error process inherent in configuring the ToolChanger with Prusa Slicer, while still celebrating the surprisingly rigid, airy build made possible by the design. As the project nears completion, they demonstrate the cooling strategy, mounting specifics, and performance benchmarks with light overclocking, concluding that the open frame design looks striking and performs well enough for high-end gaming tasks, all while acknowledging the sponsorships that supported the video, including Salesforce during a segment focused on customer engagement and CRM workflows.
Topics · technology · 3d printing · pc hardware · diy · open hardware
Questions answered
- What is the E3D ToolChanger and why is it considered a motion system rather than a standard 3D printer?
- The E3D ToolChanger is a multi-head, configurable motion system that can host different tool heads, enabling functions such as laser etching, milling, PCB placement, and multiple extrusion options, rather than being limited to a single print head like a typical 3D printer.
- How is the cooling system configured in the open frame PC build?
- The build uses a dual radiator water-cooling layout with a front-mounted radiator and a back pump setup, leveraging two rads and careful tubing routing to optimize GPU-first cooling, then CPU cooling, with flexible fittings and open frame access for maintenance.