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A small improvement...

The PSUs are now secured to the frame via three mounting points.

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+1 for another satisfied customer.  I ran into some issues assembling and Rich was more than accommodating to all my ridiculous questions.
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Just wanted to add myself to the list of satisfied customers hailing from Canada that received my order today. Rack is sturdy and well built.
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What are the sizes of these new 2 PSU versions with Riser mounts? I assume they won't stack on previous designs that were for 1 PSU?


All of the two PSU models share the same footprint and all of the one PSUs share the same footprint. 

The one PSU model will/does also have the USB support beams.  I just haven't added it to this thread just yet.  Roll Eyes

So with the stand and 2 single PSU rigs I previously purchased, is it possible to add the 2 PSU version to stack?

Separately, can I add the riser support beams?

You can't stack one onto two PSU models, or vise versa.

A kit to add USB riser support to your existing frame is $10.



Hmm,

How about a base large enough for a 2 PSU Frame to Sit on, then some sort of Riser/Coupler to allow the smaller 1 PSU frames to sit on top of a 2 PSU base frame?

I'm thinking about building a 2 PSU frame and what to add the riser base to my 2 existing 1 psu frames but I don't want to replace my frames to do this.

Also is it possible to get additional clearance between the base of the riser supports and the mainboard? (Taller side posts) - Specifically I want enough clearance have up to a 165mm Heatsink on top of the CPU of the 2 PSU Frame.

I have some ideas on a base with outriggers similar to one I got last time but I don't know if you have bandwidth to do something one-off, let me know.

Ah, yes, all of that is doable.  Please send me a sketch.  If not too complicated, I should have the time.

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What are the sizes of these new 2 PSU versions with Riser mounts? I assume they won't stack on previous designs that were for 1 PSU?


All of the two PSU models share the same footprint and all of the one PSUs share the same footprint. 

The one PSU model will/does also have the USB support beams.  I just haven't added it to this thread just yet.  Roll Eyes

So with the stand and 2 single PSU rigs I previously purchased, is it possible to add the 2 PSU version to stack?

Separately, can I add the riser support beams?

You can't stack one onto two PSU models, or vise versa.

A kit to add USB riser support to your existing frame is $10.



Hmm,

How about a base large enough for a 2 PSU Frame to Sit on, then some sort of Riser/Coupler to allow the smaller 1 PSU frames to sit on top of a 2 PSU base frame?

I'm thinking about building a 2 PSU frame and what to add the riser base to my 2 existing 1 psu frames but I don't want to replace my frames to do this.

Also is it possible to get additional clearance between the base of the riser supports and the mainboard? (Taller side posts) - Specifically I want enough clearance have up to a 165mm Heatsink on top of the CPU of the 2 PSU Frame.

I have some ideas on a base with outriggers similar to one I got last time but I don't know if you have bandwidth to do something one-off, let me know.
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What are the sizes of these new 2 PSU versions with Riser mounts? I assume they won't stack on previous designs that were for 1 PSU?


All of the two PSU models share the same footprint and all of the one PSUs share the same footprint. 

The one PSU model will/does also have the USB support beams.  I just haven't added it to this thread just yet.  Roll Eyes

So with the stand and 2 single PSU rigs I previously purchased, is it possible to add the 2 PSU version to stack?

Separately, can I add the riser support beams?

You can't stack one onto two PSU models, or vise versa.

A kit to add USB riser support to your existing frame is $10.

hero member
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What are the sizes of these new 2 PSU versions with Riser mounts? I assume they won't stack on previous designs that were for 1 PSU?


All of the two PSU models share the same footprint and all of the one PSUs share the same footprint. 

The one PSU model will/does also have the USB support beams.  I just haven't added it to this thread just yet.  Roll Eyes

So with the stand and 2 single PSU rigs I previously purchased, is it possible to add the 2 PSU version to stack?

Separately, can I add the riser support beams?
sr. member
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What are the sizes of these new 2 PSU versions with Riser mounts? I assume they won't stack on previous designs that were for 1 PSU?


All of the two PSU models share the same footprint and all of the one PSUs share the same footprint. 

The one PSU model will/does also have the USB support beams.  I just haven't added it to this thread just yet.  Roll Eyes
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The two PSU mining tray now comes with two support beams for USB risers.  This version is $105.



The risers can be securely fastened anywhere along the slotted extrusions (only 6 shown here).





PayPal only.

Shipping from Washington State, US.




The one PSU mining tray is now on sale for $89 and the two PSU is $99.  Grin

Lead time is currently only 1-2 business days.  



All models can handle 7-8 GPUs and are stackable.

One PSU version, 24-inches wide (same footprint as the old "Wide Open-frame Mining Tray (one PSU)"), $120 $89:








Two PSU version, 26-inches wide is $99.







PayPal only.

Shipping from Washington State, US.



New optional GPU-only tier for the two PSU mining tray:



This option along with a dual PSU tray is the perfect frame for the  Biostar TB250-BTC PRO or ASrock H110 Pro BTC+ motherboards.







$95 $60 (for the optional GPU-tier).  PayPal only.  Shipping from Washington, US.

In order to mount 12/13 GPUs, along with the rest of a rig, also requires purchasing a standard dual PSU tray.




What are the sizes of these new 2 PSU versions with Riser mounts? I assume they won't stack on previous designs that were for 1 PSU?

sr. member
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The two PSU mining tray now comes with two support beams for USB risers.  This version is $105.



The risers can be securely fastened anywhere along the slotted extrusions (only 6 shown here).





PayPal only.

Shipping from Washington State, US.
sr. member
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Came over to say really satisfied with the frames I ordered.  Will order more.  Only issue / constructive criticism I might have would be about the motherboard size.  For example, I believe in the pics you have extended ATX ?  If I take for example a "standard" 6 gpu motherboard like a biostar tb250 it won't fit properly with the standoffs.  But no worries it still works, and even if your motherboard is weird, you can always drill new holes (really easy to do).

Overall review of the frames, 9.5/10.  Takes me about one hour from scratch to everything installed ready to mine.

Ah, I see.  The spacing of the beams can be adjusted (for less than normal depth boards) and the female-female spacers/standoffs can be bolted to just the motherboard (so the motherboard is supported over a beam).   Oh, and I will start to include some extra spacers/standoffs in order to do just that.  Sorry!

legendary
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Now the money is free, and so the people will be
Came over to say really satisfied with the frames I ordered.  Will order more.  Only issue / constructive criticism I might have would be about the motherboard size.  For example, I believe in the pics you have extended ATX ?  If I take for example a "standard" 6 gpu motherboard like a biostar tb250 it won't fit properly with the standoffs.  But no worries it still works, and even if your motherboard is weird, you can always drill new holes (really easy to do).

Overall review of the frames, 9.5/10.  Takes me about one hour from scratch to everything installed ready to mine.
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Ooh La La, C'est Zoom!
I have been looking for a rack to mount my GPUs/setup for a few weeks now.  Is it possible to mount the ASUS B250 Motherboard on there with a EVGA 1k PSU and potentially adding another 850w PSU in the future with 5-6 cards?

Looks like a great product but just wanted to clarify a few things as I finalize what I am going to purchase.

Start here and scroll down: https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/fs-all-aluminum-open-air-case-frames-now-with-support-beams-for-usb-risers-1487782

The fourth picture looks like it may fit your request.  Smiley

edited to fix spelling
sr. member
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I have been looking for a rack to mount my GPUs/setup for a few weeks now.  Is it possible to mount the ASUS B250 Motherboard on there with a EVGA 1k PSU and potentially adding another 850w PSU in the future with 5-6 cards?

Looks like a great product but just wanted to clarify a few things as I finalize what I am going to purchase.
Yes.   Grin
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I have been looking for a rack to mount my GPUs/setup for a few weeks now.  Is it possible to mount the ASUS B250 Motherboard on there with a EVGA 1k PSU and potentially adding another 850w PSU in the future with 5-6 cards?

Looks like a great product but just wanted to clarify a few things as I finalize what I am going to purchase.
sr. member
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All mining trays are 15% off!  Sale is running now through Nov. 27th. Limit 4x.
sr. member
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The one PSU mining tray is now on sale for $89 USD.

 
sr. member
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Currently shipping from stock.   Shocked
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Hey, I'm ready to get that gpu only teir when you're ready to have me test it out Cheesy
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My PGP Key: 92C7689C
This is what you do when your mining frame has arrived, but your risers are still on the slow boat from China and you want to get your mining rig moved into its new home ASAP:



Flip the rear GPU bracket so it's on the outside of the frame, and position it low enough that the GPUs' mounting brackets are just above it.  Replace the M4-0.7x6 GPU mounting bolts with M4-0.7x10 bolts and a couple of 1/8x3/4 fender washers (two washers per bolt).  For each GPU, sandwich the tab between the washers and tighten the bolt to hold it in place.

Cooling would be better if the second and third GPUs were further apart, but that's how the slots are positioned.  This is only a temporary measure until the risers get here, at which point they can be spaced a sensible distance apart from each other.
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With the optional GPU tier, is the two PSU version frame still stackable? If yes, I think I need to buy an extra connector for stacking, right?

Yes, everything is stackable and all hardware required for stacking is now included, standard.   Grin


Nice!

I ordered two GPU tiers and two frame a few days ago, please include one connector for me, thanks!
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With the optional GPU tier, is the two PSU version frame still stackable? If yes, I think I need to buy an extra connector for stacking, right?

Yes, everything is stackable and all hardware required for stacking is now included, standard.   Grin
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With the optional GPU tier, is the two PSU version frame still stackable? If yes, I think I need to buy an extra connector for stacking, right?
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Any updates about the 12 GPU frame for Biostar TB250-BTC Pro ?

New optional GPU-only tier for our two PSU mining tray:



This option along with a dual PSU tray is the perfect frame for the  Biostar TB250-BTC PRO or ASrock H110 Pro BTC+ motherboards.







$95 (for the optional GPU-tier).  PayPal only.  Shipping from Washington, US.

In order to mount 12/13 GPUs, along with the rest of a rig, also requires purchasing a standard dual PSU tray.



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Any updates about the 12 GPU frame for Biostar TB250-BTC Pro ?
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that frame height and width 25 mm ?
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sr. member
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New models coming this week! All models can handle 7-8 GPUs and are stackable.

One PSU version, 24-inches wide (same footprint as the old "Wide Open-frame Mining Tray (one PSU)"):





Two PSU version, 26-inches wide:




sr. member
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Might've misread your post but your including two PSUs? If so what brand and wattage

No computer hardware included.  The frames are built to hold either one or two ATX-style PSUs.
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Might've misread your post but your including two PSUs? If so what brand and wattage
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New model!

All aluminum, mining frames for 6-7 GPUs and 2 PSUs*:

...



* Computer hardware not included.

  • Made from anodized aluminum extrusions.
  • USB risers (not included) are safely bolted to the frame.
  • Twenty four-inches wide.  Spacing between 6 GPUs is ~3.5-inches, 7 GPUs is ~3-inches.
  • Safely bolt up to two ATX PSUs to the frame.
  • Motherboard bolts to frame via 5/8″ tall aluminum standoffs/spacers.
  • Stackable.
  • Ships as a kit.
  • Dimensions: 14.25 x 14.25 x 24-inches.

This frame for 7 GPUs is $135USD, plus shipping from Washington.  PayPal only.  



I would like to possibly order the 7 GPU model, but cannot find it on your site.

No worries. Send me a PM or email and I'll get'em built for you.   Grin
  
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New model!

All aluminum, mining frames for 6-7 GPUs and 2 PSUs*:

...

http://www.spotswoodcomputercases.com/images/mining/frames/6gpuBackWithRig.png

* Computer hardware not included.

  • Made from anodized aluminum extrusions.
  • USB risers (not included) are safely bolted to the frame.
  • Twenty four-inches wide.  Spacing between 6 GPUs is ~3.5-inches, 7 GPUs is ~3-inches.
  • Safely bolt up to two ATX PSUs to the frame.
  • Motherboard bolts to frame via 5/8″ tall aluminum standoffs/spacers.
  • Stackable.
  • Ships as a kit.
  • Dimensions: 14.25 x 14.25 x 24-inches.

This frame for 7 GPUs is $125USD, plus shipping from Washington.  PayPal only.  



I would like to possibly order the 7 GPU model, but cannot find it on your site.
sr. member
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New model!

All aluminum, mining frames for 6-7 GPUs and 2 PSUs*:









* Computer hardware not included.

  • Made from anodized aluminum extrusions.
  • USB risers (not included) are safely bolted to the frame.
  • Twenty four-inches wide.  Spacing between 6 GPUs is ~3.5-inches, 7 GPUs is ~3-inches.
  • Safely bolt up to two ATX PSUs to the frame.
  • Motherboard bolts to frame via 5/8″ tall aluminum standoffs/spacers.
  • Stackable.
  • Ships as a kit.
  • Dimensions: 14.25 x 14.25 x 24-inches.

This frame for 7 GPUs is $135USD, plus shipping from Washington.  PayPal only.  
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I'd buy a rig to support 4x 7950 and 1x 295x2, if you took bitcoin.
sr. member
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My rig : 6x GTX1060, 1x EVGA G2 1000W, Mobo + SSD
I'm in Canada

I want to order a GPU frame but, sadly, you don't accept BTC.
 Cry



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I'm still building custom miners (ignore the cards pictured here, they are only being used to verify fitment).  Shocked







This one was built specifically for SAPPHIRE Technology's GPUs with "NITRO Free Flow" airflow.




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Hi,

Do you ship to the UK? Reason I ask is I'm contemplating doing a small watercooling setup for a couple of gekko USB miners running from a raspberry pi and wanted to have it contained in one unit with the res/pump, rad, pi, USB hub etc all mounted in the frame.

Yes, we ship worldwide.  You probably want a full-blown test bench: http://spotswoodcomputercases.com/wp/?page_id=531 


Nice one thanks spotswood I'll take a look at your site and see what best suits my needs  Wink
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Hi,

Do you ship to the UK? Reason I ask is I'm contemplating doing a small watercooling setup for a couple of gekko USB miners running from a raspberry pi and wanted to have it contained in one unit with the res/pump, rad, pi, USB hub etc all mounted in the frame.

Yes, we ship worldwide.  You probably want a full-blown test bench: http://spotswoodcomputercases.com/wp/?page_id=531 
hero member
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Hi,

Do you ship to the UK? Reason I ask is I'm contemplating doing a small watercooling setup for a couple of gekko USB miners running from a raspberry pi and wanted to have it contained in one unit with the res/pump, rad, pi, USB hub etc all mounted in the frame.
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A couple of clients were nice enough to send me some pics of there rigs.





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How would you go about using this frame for r9 295x2 card with radiators? I have 10 of these cards and looking for a frame that would nicely hold the card and radiators so air cooling is efficient in the same direction.

I would recommend a custom solution based on the standard "wide" or "deep" versions of these.  How many cards and PSUs per motherboard?


ATM one MB with 3 cards, but using win7 and can't get more to cards detected even though MB has 6 slots. I was going to try Linux and see if I can get 6 cards on the MB running which would be 12 GPU since each card is 2 GPU's. ATM using EVGA 1600 Plat PSU for 3 cards, if I can get more then 3 on the MB, then I would use 2 x 1300 EVGA or 2 x 1600 EVGA. If all 6 cards work on the MB, then prob use 3 X 1300 EVGA and use the 1600 on another rig. How much would a custom setup run me?

An extra-extra wide version of the "deep" mining tray would be ~$225:


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How would you go about using this frame for r9 295x2 card with radiators? I have 10 of these cards and looking for a frame that would nicely hold the card and radiators so air cooling is efficient in the same direction.

I would recommend a custom solution based on the standard "wide" or "deep" versions of these.  How many cards and PSUs per motherboard?


ATM one MB with 3 cards, but using win7 and can't get more to cards detected even though MB has 6 slots. I was going to try Linux and see if I can get 6 cards on the MB running which would be 12 GPU since each card is 2 GPU's. ATM using EVGA 1600 Plat PSU for 3 cards, if I can get more then 3 on the MB, then I would use 2 x 1300 EVGA or 2 x 1600 EVGA. If all 6 cards work on the MB, then prob use 3 X 1300 EVGA and use the 1600 on another rig. How much would a custom setup run me?
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How would you go about using this frame for r9 295x2 card with radiators? I have 10 of these cards and looking for a frame that would nicely hold the card and radiators so air cooling is efficient in the same direction.

I would recommend a custom solution based on the standard "wide" or "deep" versions of these.  How many cards and PSUs per motherboard?
hero member
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How would you go about using this frame for r9 295x2 card with radiators? I have 10 of these cards and looking for a frame that would nicely hold the card and radiators so air cooling is efficient in the same direction.
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Does anyone have any build logs or configurations for using one of these frames for a giant vanitygen miner for making larger vanity bitcoin addresses? I currently use just a single GPU and am targeting 6 character addresses for myself but if i could find a build for say a 6 GPU vanity address rig and target 8 or 9 charecter address i would for sure get one of these frames to house it in a heartbeat.
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Received my wide mining case frame today for my Nanos, looks good and seems very strong.

Got pics?


Here is a pic of Nanos on wide mining case frame  Smiley

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great pricing , will order a couple to play with.
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So yea, Rich is by far one of the best case or custom case builders around.

He has been doing this for a long time , and I ordered a few of my first gpu rigs from him back when mining litecoin lol.

Here is a custom creation he very recently built or me, and was very patient going over every detail for the perfect fit.

building the shell:




populating:





Each tier slides out individually, there are 4 tiers in a rack, for a total of 8 GPU rigs (6 GPU's per rig, 2 rigs per tier).
 
I am still working on populating them all, but the workmanship was superb, and I will always recommend Rich to anyone looking for a custom case.  Smiley

Thanks!
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Can you tell me how wide the lightweight version is?

Exactly the same as the standard wide version (for two PSUs):  23.5″ x 10.75″ x 11.5″ (W x D x H)
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Can you tell me how wide the lightweight version is?
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Added a light weight version of the "wide" mining tray for only $105, plus shipping.  The assembly for this is a bit easier than the standard tray and lighter for reduced shipping charges, yet nearly as stiff/strong as the all extrusion version.  

sr. member
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Received my wide mining case frame today for my Nanos, looks good and seems very strong.

Got pics?
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Received my wide mining case frame today for my Nanos, looks good and seems very strong.
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Is there a suggested min. length for the GPUs?
Finally I managed to assemble the rig (not easy when doing it for the first time and maybe I did something wrong), but my Sapphire Radeon R9 380 GPUs seem to be too short for laying on the "back" beam.
So they can only being held by the screws on the front beam, I am not really happy with that. Or did I assemble something wrong (so an answer to my question above would be appreciated)?
Kind regards

The GPU support beam posts can be fastened to the *side* of the middle motherboard beam, as shown in this pic:


legendary
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Is there a suggested min. length for the GPUs?
Finally I managed to assemble the rig (not easy when doing it for the first time and maybe I did something wrong), but my Sapphire Radeon R9 380 GPUs seem to be too short for laying on the "back" beam.
So they can only being held by the screws on the front beam, I am not really happy with that. Or did I assemble something wrong (so an answer to my question above would be appreciated)?
Kind regards
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8 ordered, will update when they arrive - looking forward to having them
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I was wondering if you can do a build with the Wide Version but 4 tall and 2 wide.  I would prefer it be a single unit as opposed to 8 individual linked units.  I suppose the only difference would be the main vertical posts would be solid and not linked.

Let me know

The connection between stacked frames is very strong.  Yes, one piece corner posts is doable.

-Rich


Let's do it-- let me know what I need to do to get it rolling
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I was wondering if you can do a build with the Wide Version but 4 tall and 2 wide.  I would prefer it be a single unit as opposed to 8 individual linked units.  I suppose the only difference would be the main vertical posts would be solid and not linked.

Let me know

The connection between stacked frames is very strong.  Yes, one piece corner posts is doable.

-Rich
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I was wondering if you can do a build with the Wide Version but 4 tall and 2 wide.  I would prefer it be a single unit as opposed to 8 individual linked units.  I suppose the only difference would be the main vertical posts would be solid and not linked.

Let me know
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Nice and useful for GPU miners frame

Good luck
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The two PSU mining tray now comes with two support beams for USB risers, and is $120.



The risers can be securely fastened anywhere along the slotted extrusions (only 6 shown here).

The two PSU frame is 26-inches wide.







PayPal only.

Shipping from Washington State, US.





All models can handle 7-8 GPUs and are stackable.

One PSU version, 24-inches wide (same footprint as the old "Wide Open-frame Mining Tray (one PSU)"), $120 $110:







PayPal only.

Shipping from Washington State, US.



New optional GPU-only tier for the two PSU mining tray:



This option along with a dual PSU tray is the perfect frame for the  Biostar TB250-BTC PRO or ASrock H110 Pro BTC+ motherboards.







$95 $65 (for the optional GPU-tier).  PayPal only.  Shipping from Washington, US.

In order to mount 12/13 GPUs, along with the rest of a rig, also requires purchasing a standard dual PSU tray.


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