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Topic: Klondike - Adapters and Mounting Systems (Read 7787 times)
Hey guys, I know one of the GBs died, but I actually did get a couple working K16s out of Steamboat's GB. Are these still available (I don't see them on the website OP posted) or would someone be willing to re-sell me a few they aren't using anymore?
Cheers.
Cheers.
Sweet 
It fits!
I received a K16 today from Bkk. Thanks Bkk!
I received a K16 today from Bkk. Thanks Bkk!
Received my order today, looks great! Thanks!
Well I saw in the TerraHash thread yesterday that they are printing k64s with perforations to make it easier for people like me to break them apart into k16s, so I might be able to go with the k16 atx plate after all 
lol
lol well, I just did a little google fu on it and if I do try it I would probably go with a razorknife to score both sides and then crack it apart. Seems like the lowest impact option to me. I might want to mine until it breaks even before I try though 
Better yet, just buy K16s, if that's what you want
Leave your K64s intact.Yea, that would be smart
... I didn't see past the part where I saved a few bucks on a k64 over 4x k16s, then later realized I can fit more hashing power in a regular case with k16s I'm sure I will figure out something thoughOh, I see... So you are really looking at maybe needing to cut some apart... Lol, up 'til now I thought we were just speaking theoretically
Your method of scoring both sides and breaking the board does work, but be very careful about flexing the boards. Even if they are cut pretty deeply, it can still take a good deal of force to break the board, and SMT capacitors and resistors can crack if they get flexed much. It should be fine, just don't force it.
well, I just did a little google fu on it and if I do try it I would probably go with a razorknife to score both sides and then crack it apart. Seems like the lowest impact option to me. I might want to mine until it breaks even before I try though
Better yet, just buy K16s, if that's what you want
Leave your K64s intact.Yea, that would be smart
... I didn't see past the part where I saved a few bucks on a k64 over 4x k16s, then later realized I can fit more hashing power in a regular case with k16s I'm sure I will figure out something though well, I just did a little google fu on it and if I do try it I would probably go with a razorknife to score both sides and then crack it apart. Seems like the lowest impact option to me. I might want to mine until it breaks even before I try though
Better yet, just buy K16s, if that's what you want
Leave your K64s intact.
well, I just did a little google fu on it and if I do try it I would probably go with a razorknife to score both sides and then crack it apart. Seems like the lowest impact option to me. I might want to mine until it breaks even before I try though
I thought the K64 was simply four K16s arranged in a square, with interconnects plugged in between boards? Or is it a standalone board?
The boards will be manufactured panelized, and can be cut into individual K16s or 2x2 to make K64s. See https://github.com/bkkcoins/klondike/blob/master/docs/KLego.pdf?raw=true .
I saw that but wondered can they really be cut without damaging the chip connections, etc? I assume one would need a dremel and some care to get it done, not sure if I would want to risk it
Companies that manufacture the PCBs do this all the time. You can do it by hand, but it is a lot of work. I wouldn't recommend buying K64s and then cutting them into K16s.
I suppose TH (and other board builders) could order them with break-away cuts if they wanted to, so they can easily be separated.
What I meant with the dremel comment was that I am pretty sure I can't just lay the thing down on my table saw and cut away... Work I am fine with, finding out the vibrations from my work shook loose a chip or three I am not so fine with
I guess I will have to look into this a bit more. I only have 1x k64 and the rest is all k16s, so if I know I can do it without breaking anything, it might be worth the effort for me. jdape - brilliant!
FWIW, I've cut boards like that many a time with a band saw - but FR4 is pretty rough on the blades. I don't recommend it.
I thought the K64 was simply four K16s arranged in a square, with interconnects plugged in between boards? Or is it a standalone board?
The boards will be manufactured panelized, and can be cut into individual K16s or 2x2 to make K64s. See https://github.com/bkkcoins/klondike/blob/master/docs/KLego.pdf?raw=true .
I saw that but wondered can they really be cut without damaging the chip connections, etc? I assume one would need a dremel and some care to get it done, not sure if I would want to risk it
Companies that manufacture the PCBs do this all the time. You can do it by hand, but it is a lot of work. I wouldn't recommend buying K64s and then cutting them into K16s.
I suppose TH (and other board builders) could order them with break-away cuts if they wanted to, so they can easily be separated.
What I meant with the dremel comment was that I am pretty sure I can't just lay the thing down on my table saw and cut away... Work I am fine with, finding out the vibrations from my work shook loose a chip or three I am not so fine with
I guess I will have to look into this a bit more. I only have 1x k64 and the rest is all k16s, so if I know I can do it without breaking anything, it might be worth the effort for me. jdape - brilliant!
Added countersunk holes on the washer, so it will double as a support for the weight of the K64's.
So, I made a 'floating' mounting system which gives ~13mm of movement in every direction. If the K64 has holes anywhere around the corner of the PCB, it should work.
It involves a large hole in each corner of the Micro ATX plate, an oversized washer underneath, and a custom 10mm standoff between the K64 and the plate.
Here's what it looks like. I used a K16 board just for show.
Top:
Bottom:
It involves a large hole in each corner of the Micro ATX plate, an oversized washer underneath, and a custom 10mm standoff between the K64 and the plate.
Here's what it looks like. I used a K16 board just for show.
Top:
Bottom:
I thought the K64 was simply four K16s arranged in a square, with interconnects plugged in between boards? Or is it a standalone board?
The boards will be manufactured panelized, and can be cut into individual K16s or 2x2 to make K64s. See https://github.com/bkkcoins/klondike/blob/master/docs/KLego.pdf?raw=true .
I saw that but wondered can they really be cut without damaging the chip connections, etc? I assume one would need a dremel and some care to get it done, not sure if I would want to risk it
Companies that manufacture the PCBs do this all the time. You can do it by hand, but it is a lot of work. I wouldn't recommend buying K64s and then cutting them into K16s.
I suppose TH (and other board builders) could order them with break-away cuts if they wanted to, so they can easily be separated.
I thought the K64 was simply four K16s arranged in a square, with interconnects plugged in between boards? Or is it a standalone board?
The boards will be manufactured panelized, and can be cut into individual K16s or 2x2 to make K64s. See https://github.com/bkkcoins/klondike/blob/master/docs/KLego.pdf?raw=true .
I saw that but wondered can they really be cut without damaging the chip connections, etc? I assume one would need a dremel and some care to get it done, not sure if I would want to risk it
I thought the K64 was simply four K16s arranged in a square, with interconnects plugged in between boards? Or is it a standalone board?
The boards will be manufactured panelized, and can be cut into individual K16s or 2x2 to make K64s. See https://github.com/bkkcoins/klondike/blob/master/docs/KLego.pdf?raw=true .
The circuitry is indeed four K16's, however, a single large PCB will be used for K64's.
I thought the K64 was simply four K16s arranged in a square, with interconnects plugged in between boards? Or is it a standalone board?
Idea....
The issue I have with the K64 bracket is the hole spacing depends (and will probably vary) on the manufacturer. So unless I can come up with an adjustable mounting system, we have to wait until a k64 has been made and someone measures it.
In that case, I hope you gets yours before I get mine
The issue I have with the K64 bracket is the hole spacing depends (and will probably vary) on the manufacturer. So unless I can come up with an adjustable mounting system, we have to wait until a k64 has been made and someone measures it.
Now in black...
I have 2 64s coming also and would love to get 2 brackets. Worst case I'll have to get some sheet alum and make my own tray to mount the boards and mount that inside my case.
got my order today, thanks!
highly recommended to anyone thinking about using these to mount their klondikes, great work. I will definitely order again
if only my klondikes would get here that quickly
EDIT: will be watching for those k64 atx plates, since no word from TH on changing my order to k16s I will probably need one
highly recommended to anyone thinking about using these to mount their klondikes, great work. I will definitely order again
if only my klondikes would get here that quickly
EDIT: will be watching for those k64 atx plates, since no word from TH on changing my order to k16s I will probably need one
You're welcome.
Haven't worked on the K64 plate in awhile, but I will have to at some point since I too have K64's on order
got my order today, thanks!
highly recommended to anyone thinking about using these to mount their klondikes, great work. I will definitely order again
if only my klondikes would get here that quickly
EDIT: will be watching for those k64 atx plates, since no word from TH on changing my order to k16s I will probably need one
highly recommended to anyone thinking about using these to mount their klondikes, great work. I will definitely order again
if only my klondikes would get here that quickly
EDIT: will be watching for those k64 atx plates, since no word from TH on changing my order to k16s I will probably need one
so how would the K64's be mounted in this? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16816228062
So far, like this:
This image is almost to scale -- 19" 4-post rack, 200x200x43mm K64's.
so how would the K64's be mounted in this? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16816228062
12?? damn... you're givin me somethin to think about now
my problem is that I will probably have both k16s and k64s... I was thinking of either using long bolts to secure the 4u hangers to the top of the case, like a blowhole fan, or bending some aluminum rails to make lower supports that your brackets could rest on. the case I am looking at is 20.574cm wide, a 4u is 17.78cm giving me 2.794cm more space than a 4u. in the long term when it's full I would like to have 3x k64 and 8-12x k16.
Is there some reason you say the support has to be at the top? Or could I potentially rig up something like I described to hold the weight of the boards from below?
my problem is that I will probably have both k16s and k64s... I was thinking of either using long bolts to secure the 4u hangers to the top of the case, like a blowhole fan, or bending some aluminum rails to make lower supports that your brackets could rest on. the case I am looking at is 20.574cm wide, a 4u is 17.78cm giving me 2.794cm more space than a 4u. in the long term when it's full I would like to have 3x k64 and 8-12x k16.
Is there some reason you say the support has to be at the top? Or could I potentially rig up something like I described to hold the weight of the boards from below?
No reason. I was just thinking that a K64 mounted only at the bottom would tend to be wobbly and not secure. Kind of like dogie just mentioned about K16's in PCIE slot. Obviously a K16 is four times less mass, at half the height so I think K16 is fine to bottom mount with just two holes.
Rethink the PCI-E based brackets, you'll either snap the extrude as soon as you move the case, or damage the slot. Really need it to screw into the I/O panels.
I tried it and it works great. It's no different than inserting a PCI-E card. Also very strong - unless a K16 weighs over a couple pounds, I think it's fine
Rethink the PCI-E based brackets, you'll either snap the extrude as soon as you move the case, or damage the slot. Really need it to screw into the I/O panels.
12?? damn... you're givin me somethin to think about now
my problem is that I will probably have both k16s and k64s... I was thinking of either using long bolts to secure the 4u hangers to the top of the case, like a blowhole fan, or bending some aluminum rails to make lower supports that your brackets could rest on. the case I am looking at is 20.574cm wide, a 4u is 17.78cm giving me 2.794cm more space than a 4u. in the long term when it's full I would like to have 3x k64 and 8-12x k16.
Is there some reason you say the support has to be at the top? Or could I potentially rig up something like I described to hold the weight of the boards from below?
my problem is that I will probably have both k16s and k64s... I was thinking of either using long bolts to secure the 4u hangers to the top of the case, like a blowhole fan, or bending some aluminum rails to make lower supports that your brackets could rest on. the case I am looking at is 20.574cm wide, a 4u is 17.78cm giving me 2.794cm more space than a 4u. in the long term when it's full I would like to have 3x k64 and 8-12x k16.
Is there some reason you say the support has to be at the top? Or could I potentially rig up something like I described to hold the weight of the boards from below?
Oh this is better than I thought. Four K64's will fit in 1U or 2U no problem. At least 12 would fit in that $150 case on newegg with room to spare...
Hmmm...this gave me an idea for an adapter that directly mounts Klondike 64's into the standard 19" rack/cabinet mounting form factor.
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Three K64's should fit into a 4U case using standoffs (depending on heatsink dimensions).
Do you think that setup would work in a normal tower case, or will it need some other support besides standoffs? Does it have to be set down horizontal?
Yep, it will work in a tower case. I'm sure two K64's would stack, three or more will depend on the width of the case. If a tower case is at least ~25cm wide, you could fit a lot more K64's inside, without stacking. The K64's mounted vertically would need an upper support of some kind attached to the lid of the case.
Perhaps a 6U case would be easier, like this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16816228062
-jon
Three K64's should fit into a 4U case using standoffs (depending on heatsink dimensions).
Do you think that setup would work in a normal tower case, or will it need some other support besides standoffs? Does it have to be set down horizontal?
All orders up to today have now been shipped.
I now have a stock of 3.5" and 5.25" adapters. These adapters will ship immediately.
I now have a stock of 3.5" and 5.25" adapters. These adapters will ship immediately.
Just received a big small box (400 pieces) of steel hardware from McMaster.
What's your production capacity?
For an example, the 3.5" adapters (no logo) print at two sets per hour. Most of the other adapters take longer. I should be able to keep up, especially if I print stock ahead of time.
There are also plenty of other 3D printers to spread the load if needed.
sweet, thanks!
Oops, that design was private... It's public now.lol oops
well I will either be ordering that plus a couple 4u hangers to experiment with, or the microatx k16 plate/brackets, depending on what I hear from TH
Awesome looking product and great use of the 3d printer, you should do real well with these
Oops, that design was private... It's public now.[edit] I meant for it to be public from the start, not private
I may have to use regular standoffs and put the k64 where a motherboard would go
That's this:
https://tinkercad.com/things/8lIlnen7VQj-k64-microatx
I will be mounting K64's just how you mentioned, since there's no other way to put them in a case. Three K64's should fit into a 4U case using standoffs (depending on heatsink dimensions).
Actually, i asked TH to add a DX Large case to my order, but haven't heard back...
well how I end up building mine will depend on whether or not TH will change my order to give me k16s instead of the one k64 I have in there. I may have to use regular standoffs and put the k64 where a motherboard would go and that will waste a ton of space. I may end up drilling some holes or getting creative with some of the other adapters... looks like I could put those 4u hangers just about anywhere if I drilled a spot for them.
just a thought, is it possible to/have you considered making an expansion plate adapter? that way people could mount some in the rear area of their case without taking up a pcie slot.
just a thought, is it possible to/have you considered making an expansion plate adapter? that way people could mount some in the rear area of their case without taking up a pcie slot.
FYI, the case I will be using is here:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811182566
Happens to be 15% off today ($81 shipped).
It holds at least ten (maybe up to 15) K16's without using anything but my 3.5", 5.25", and 4U hanging adapters. Plus it has room for ATX power supply and at least four 120mm - 140mm case fans.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811182566
Happens to be 15% off today ($81 shipped).
It holds at least ten (maybe up to 15) K16's without using anything but my 3.5", 5.25", and 4U hanging adapters. Plus it has room for ATX power supply and at least four 120mm - 140mm case fans.
It's going to depend on the size of the heatsinks, which no one knows (?) yet.
order placed! any guesstimate when the atx bracket / plate thing will be available and how much it might cost?
Well it's pretty much ready - but what I originally thought would fit sixteen K16's, is not going to fit that many. How many do you want to be able to mount?
Isn't more better??
I saw you had said a dozen above so that's what I was thinking, but 10 would be about as low as I would like. how much it might cost?
$80 plus $5 shipping. Any less and it would not be worth making. It would include the adapter plates (pre-assembled), one adapter per K16, and about 6 pieces of steel hardware per adapter & K16 combo. At least ten K16's will fit on it and its about 22cm x 22cm.
order placed! any guesstimate when the atx bracket / plate thing will be available and how much it might cost?
Well it's pretty much ready - but what I originally thought would fit sixteen K16's, is not going to fit that many. How many do you want to be able to mount?
order placed! any guesstimate when the atx bracket / plate thing will be available and how much it might cost?
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I've made a bunch of changes and finalized the following designs:
K16 to 3.5" HDD Bay:
Can be mounted in 3 different positions.
K16 to 5.25" Drive Bay:
Can be mounted in 3 different positions.
K16 to ARK 4U case rail:
K16 to PCI Express x16 slot:
These four will be for sale via a website within 48 hours.
The K16 to 3.5" with BTC logo should be ready by then too.
K16 to 3.5" HDD Bay:
Can be mounted in 3 different positions.
K16 to 5.25" Drive Bay:
Can be mounted in 3 different positions.
K16 to ARK 4U case rail:
K16 to PCI Express x16 slot:
These four will be for sale via a website within 48 hours.
The K16 to 3.5" with BTC logo should be ready by then too.
Yup, I can accept PayPal, BTC, and CC's.
I was tweaking a couple adapters yesterday, and now have a working print to mount at least a dozen K16's into the ATX motherboard area of any computer case.
The dual adapters have a problem with cabling. When you plug in two PCIEx6 power cables, one or two usb cables, and maybe an i2c cable or two, the boards will be too close and the adapter will be in the way. I don't think two K16's are going to fit into a 5.25" or 3.5" bay. I think I'm going to focus more on the other adapters...
I will sell them when I'm confident they will work with the boards that are going to ship.
I was tweaking a couple adapters yesterday, and now have a working print to mount at least a dozen K16's into the ATX motherboard area of any computer case.
The dual adapters have a problem with cabling. When you plug in two PCIEx6 power cables, one or two usb cables, and maybe an i2c cable or two, the boards will be too close and the adapter will be in the way. I don't think two K16's are going to fit into a 5.25" or 3.5" bay. I think I'm going to focus more on the other adapters...
I will sell them when I'm confident they will work with the boards that are going to ship.
nice! i will definitely be in for a few 3.5'' / 5.25'' adapters, and maybe for the atx one as well. that sucks about the dual adapters but oh well i guess. i am thinking about dedicating a case to these so i will have room for expansion after i get my first few k16s hashing. will be keeping an eye on these
how much are those dual k16 adapters going to be? any idea when you might start selling these? and maybe the stupid question, but you listed possible prices in usd, will you also be taking btc?
thanks!
thanks!
Yup, I can accept PayPal, BTC, and CC's.
I was tweaking a couple adapters yesterday, and now have a working print to mount at least a dozen K16's into the ATX motherboard area of any computer case.
The dual adapters have a problem with cabling. When you plug in two PCIEx6 power cables, one or two usb cables, and maybe an i2c cable or two, the boards will be too close and the adapter will be in the way. I don't think two K16's are going to fit into a 5.25" or 3.5" bay. I think I'm going to focus more on the other adapters...
I will sell them when I'm confident they will work with the boards that are going to ship.
I'll have a FORM1 in a month or so.. not sure if its resin holds up to heat better or worse than ABS
Congrats! I'd love to see your prints.
will do, hoping very soon!
how much are those dual k16 adapters going to be? any idea when you might start selling these? and maybe the stupid question, but you listed possible prices in usd, will you also be taking btc?
thanks!
thanks!
I'll have a FORM1 in a month or so.. not sure if its resin holds up to heat better or worse than ABS
Congrats! I'd love to see your prints.
I'll have a FORM1 in a month or so.. not sure if its resin holds up to heat better or worse than ABS
I am interested in a cabling-kit for K16s. Like, chaining them and cabling for powering several of them with one PCIe-connector.
Europe here, by the way.
I bet if your prices are reasonable, you could easily create the "standart solution", with 3 out of 4 Klondikes using it.
Ente
Europe here, by the way.
I bet if your prices are reasonable, you could easily create the "standart solution", with 3 out of 4 Klondikes using it.
Ente
Great efforts, loving the DIY progress, and hacks!
Thank you for sharing.
I do wonder how these would hold up with all the heat when printed with ABS ? PLA of course, is definitely a no-no as it will tend to get "soft".
I do wonder how these would hold up with all the heat when printed with ABS ? PLA of course, is definitely a no-no as it will tend to get "soft".
[edited for accuracy]
I print ABS at 230 degrees Celsius and it's solid below 105 Celsius. It will soften above 90 celsius (194 degrees fahrenheit)
-j
Thank you for sharing.
I do wonder how these would hold up with all the heat when printed with ABS ? PLA of course, is definitely a no-no as it will tend to get "soft".
I do wonder how these would hold up with all the heat when printed with ABS ? PLA of course, is definitely a no-no as it will tend to get "soft".
I've made my Klondike related designs public.
3.5" Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/gr8iHa6mk8m-klondike-16-35-adapter-full
3.5" Dual Adapter: (no room for USB/Power connectors)
https://tinkercad.com/things/8zITEeqd0vI-dual-klondike-16-35-adapter-full
3.5" Adapter (mounts only):
https://tinkercad.com/things/dEcuW62Uh9a-klondike-16-35-adapter-mounts-only
5.25" Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/dDMgjveYcee-dual-klondike-16-525-adapter-full
https://tinkercad.com/things/gM6wvYpdo7g-klondike-16-525-adapter-v3
PCIE x1 Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/bgmdrWtKH3F-k16-pcie-x1-adapter
PCIE x4 Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/cOAg2OFksLw-k16-pcie-x4-adapter
PCIE x8 Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/cgWZpA0mgyO-k16-pcie-x8-adapter
https://tinkercad.com/things/78IGsNN7Unh-klondike-16-pciex8-adapter-v3
PCIE x16 Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/fSt6tvRXExb-klondike-16-pciex16-adapter
PCI Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/iosZZ0Ey05k-k16-pci-adapter
4U Case Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/dTQ3Pnj0s8c-klondike-16-4u-case-adapter
Micro ATX K16 Board (not finished):
https://tinkercad.com/things/8T4jWvqMRlV-micro-atx-board
Micro ATX K16 Plate A (not finished):
https://tinkercad.com/things/jKZYQmiJL44-k16-microatxplatea
Micro ATX K64 Plate (not finished)
https://tinkercad.com/things/8lIlnen7VQj-k64-microatx
Klondike 16 Reference Board:
https://tinkercad.com/things/gQOi8tdV9gj-klondike-16-board
3.5" Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/gr8iHa6mk8m-klondike-16-35-adapter-full
3.5" Dual Adapter: (no room for USB/Power connectors)
https://tinkercad.com/things/8zITEeqd0vI-dual-klondike-16-35-adapter-full
3.5" Adapter (mounts only):
https://tinkercad.com/things/dEcuW62Uh9a-klondike-16-35-adapter-mounts-only
5.25" Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/gM6wvYpdo7g-klondike-16-525-adapter-v3
PCIE x1 Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/bgmdrWtKH3F-k16-pcie-x1-adapter
PCIE x4 Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/cOAg2OFksLw-k16-pcie-x4-adapter
PCIE x8 Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/78IGsNN7Unh-klondike-16-pciex8-adapter-v3
PCIE x16 Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/fSt6tvRXExb-klondike-16-pciex16-adapter
PCI Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/iosZZ0Ey05k-k16-pci-adapter
4U Case Adapter:
https://tinkercad.com/things/dTQ3Pnj0s8c-klondike-16-4u-case-adapter
Micro ATX K16 Board (not finished):
Micro ATX K16 Plate A (not finished):
https://tinkercad.com/things/jKZYQmiJL44-k16-microatxplatea
Micro ATX K64 Plate (not finished)
https://tinkercad.com/things/8lIlnen7VQj-k64-microatx
Klondike 16 Reference Board:
https://tinkercad.com/things/gQOi8tdV9gj-klondike-16-board
Thanks. I Looove tinkercad. How else could a person accurately design this in 30 minutes?
By request, a 5.25" Bay adapter for two K16's:
202 x 146.05 mm
By request, a 5.25" Bay adapter for two K16's:
202 x 146.05 mm
Ah.. Tinkercad...Nice renderings. I was planning to do something like that once I get my boards
Finished a dual K16 adapter for 3.5" drive bays. It's 202mm in length and can be mounted in 6 different positions.
With a heatsink support:
This is only a proof of concept - the actual adapter in the picture (red) would not be as tall. The K16 board would not only be held in place with two screws, but also the PCB edge can sit on the adapter to support the weight.
This is only a proof of concept - the actual adapter in the picture (red) would not be as tall. The K16 board would not only be held in place with two screws, but also the PCB edge can sit on the adapter to support the weight.
And if you want to see it populated with K16 boards and 20mm heatsinks...
Here's how 16x Klondike 16 boards could mount into a standard PC case in place of a Micro-ATX (9.6" x 9.6") motherboard.
I used the existing 'hanging' adapters I had on hand (red) but if I was really going to do this, I would make slimmer, less beefy adapters, and space them slightly further apart. I believe it would end up with at least 30mm of space for each K16, which is good.
As for mounting K64 boards, it will be simple to use the same Micro-ATX plate and add horizontal mount points for 1, 2, 3(+?) K64 boards. More than one K64 would only require the appropriate spacers.
I used the existing 'hanging' adapters I had on hand (red) but if I was really going to do this, I would make slimmer, less beefy adapters, and space them slightly further apart. I believe it would end up with at least 30mm of space for each K16, which is good.
As for mounting K64 boards, it will be simple to use the same Micro-ATX plate and add horizontal mount points for 1, 2, 3(+?) K64 boards. More than one K64 would only require the appropriate spacers.
Beautiful!
I now have an idea for mounting K64's, and also a new idea for K16's that could be really neat.
Will you make adapters for 5.25" bays?
Sure thing. Consider it done.
Great work. Will be interested in full kit!
Will you make adapters for 5.25" bays?
nice work dude. looking great
Elegant solution... show your brackets with a heat sink and mock up the cables so we can see how it all goes together. Drop me an email our COOP might be interested in working with you for bulk orders. [email protected]
In terms of a K64 or K256 bracket mount maybe you can look at 1U servers or blades designs for dropping these boards into existing server casings.
In terms of a K64 or K256 bracket mount maybe you can look at 1U servers or blades designs for dropping these boards into existing server casings.
At 20x20cm, I don't know how a K64 could fit into any standard case.
I was thinking about trying to mount it to the opening panel of a case by drilling a few holes, but I see what you mean... Will be watching either way
Hey I guess I should have looked at the thread first lol, great pics,,,and illustration so far... yes i may be interested as well in purchasing. The ideas I had were to use mobo stand offs (the longer ones) for the boards in an empty case and stack 2 maybe 3 vertically (same position as a mobo)...and custom fit decent fans,,,will post pics down the road perhaps. Still waiting on exact board layout for mounting etc k-64's etc. Nice job! very impressive. Luv to see innovation
That's very cool. I guess we will find out if the heatsink with the K16 will fit into a hard drive bay. So far, it looks like it will fit into a plastic Cooler master or Thermaltake caddy, according to my measurements. However, I'm not sure that I would take the chance of putting it into a caddy without a dedicated fan. And, I'm pretty sure a front PC case fan will not be able to move enough air to cool 2-3 K16s. I guess we'll have to do some experimenting, but I might be interested in a few adapters. Nice work.
At 20x20cm, I don't know how a K64 could fit into any standard case.
very interesting. might be interested.
do you have any plans to make a k64 version?
do you have any plans to make a k64 version?
Yes. If you can produce a K64 version I might be a potential buyer.
Cheers, looks great so far.
very interesting. might be interested.
do you have any plans to make a k64 version?
do you have any plans to make a k64 version?
Update 7/24/2013:
Klondike Mounting Adapters are now available for purchase with immediate shipping!
https://cp.virtualvm.com/cart.php
Hi,
I've created adapters to install Klondike 16 boards into standard tower and rackmount computer cases. The adapters are 3D printed using ABS plastic. They're strong, lightweight, and have an accurate fit. They use common motherboard or hard drive screws for mounting.
When placing an order please add the $5.00 shipping item to your cart.
FYI, the pictures in this post are sort of old, and may not reflect the shipping versions of the adapters.
Colors available: Black,White, Silver, Blue, Red, Glow in the dark, and Transparent.
Adapters:
Adapter #1:
Adapter #2 Installed in 3.5" HDD Bay with mockup of K16 board:
Adapter #3 Installed in a PCI Express x16 slot:
Adapter #5 in a 4U case:
For sale here:
https://cp.virtualvm.com/cart.php
(I'm using the shopping cart system from a VPS company I run)
Klondike Mounting Adapters are now available for purchase with immediate shipping!
https://cp.virtualvm.com/cart.php
Hi,
I've created adapters to install Klondike 16 boards into standard tower and rackmount computer cases. The adapters are 3D printed using ABS plastic. They're strong, lightweight, and have an accurate fit. They use common motherboard or hard drive screws for mounting.
When placing an order please add the $5.00 shipping item to your cart.
FYI, the pictures in this post are sort of old, and may not reflect the shipping versions of the adapters.
- #1 Klondike 16 to 3.5" Hard Drive with BTC logo (Vertical and Horizontal) (top left)
- #2 Klondike 16 to 3.5" Hard Drive brackets only version. (bottom mounts removed in v3) (top right)
- #3 Klondike 16 to PCI Express x16 (lower right, above x8 adapter)
- #4 Klondike 16 to PCI Express x8 (lower right)
- #5 Klondike 16 to PCI Express upper support bracket. (lower left)
- 12x Klondike 16 boards in Micro-ATX form factor.
- K16 to PCI Adapter
K16 Dual 3.5" HDD Adapter
K16 Dual 5.25" Adapter
- K16 to PCI Express x4 and x1
Colors available: Black,
Adapters:
Adapter #1:
Adapter #2 Installed in 3.5" HDD Bay with mockup of K16 board:
Adapter #3 Installed in a PCI Express x16 slot:
Adapter #5 in a 4U case:
For sale here:
https://cp.virtualvm.com/cart.php
(I'm using the shopping cart system from a VPS company I run)
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