r2d2 said:Helo
just to talk a bit about the type of metal suitable for rack and consoles chassis ,
thanks for any post about
r.
abbey road d enfer said:Aluminium is one word for many different alloys. Some of them are apt at milling and drilling, but cannot be bent, others are easy to bend but difficult to mill because the metal sticks to the bit.
Aluminium is often used for front panels because they can be thick enough to look good but not too heavy and theycan be anodized.
Steel is often preferred for the rest because it can be bent and tapped; cosmetically it can be zinc plated either witha matt grey finish, or gold-tinted chromate.
Aluminium alloy may be used for extrusions constituting the sides of the chassis.
metalb00b00 said:you can go with either aluminum, mild steel or stainless steel.
it really depends on your requirements.
aluminum is a soft metal, easy to work with, but it bends and warps easily, can't be tapped because the thread just won't hold out for long.
ruffrecords said:…..All pro mixers are made from aluminium extrusion based frames which are tapped and work well.
Cheers
Ian
r2d2 said:it is standard "60-60" aluminum or some custom type ?
r.
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