MOTM parts: Difference between revisions

MOTM panels use U, the [[19-inch rack]] unit for height and width. The height is 5U (8.75"), while the widths are in multiples of 1U (1.75"), with some fraction less to allow for manufacturing tolerances. The finish is baked-on two part Polane paint,<ref>[https://www.modwiggler.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=60156 Where to get MOTM-style silkscreened panels made?], Muff Wiggler forum, May 2012</ref> giving it a crinkly look, and with labeling and scales in screen printed epoxy-ink.<ref>[http://synthtech.com/motm/info/ MOTM Info]</ref>

6061 aluminum alloy, T3 or T6 temper, is easy to come by, can be easily worked. Thickness usually ranges between 1.5&nbsp;mm (0.62") and 2.5&nbsp;mm (0.12") but see what is standard for the format, e.g. a thickness of 2.28&nbsp;mm (0.09") for 4U.<ref>[https://www.modwiggler.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=86107 What type of aluminium is used for faceplates?], Muff Wiggler forum, June 2013</ref><ref>[https://www.modwiggler.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=51475 Aluminum Panel Guage???]</ref>

Avoid cheap parts, especially if mechanical. Invest in quality, you always get what you pay for. Otherwise your entire system might later develop intermittent faults.<ref>Muff Wiggler forum:[https://www.modwiggler.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=861269 On cheap parts...]</ref>

Most MOTM PCBs are about 4.5" by 5.5".<ref>[https://www.modwiggler.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=71563 MOTM pcb in frac rack format?], Muff Wiggler forum, November 2012</ref> These are generally mounted perpendicular to the panel with [[stooge brackets]] affixed by the pots or jacks, available at:

{{From Muff Wiggler wiki|MOTM DIY resources}}

* [https://www.modwiggler.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=36380&start=all&postdays=0&postorder=asc The 5U DIY Resource Wiki], Muff Wiggler forum