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[[File:MOTM panel mounting.jpg|thumb|200px|Detail of a MOTM panel mounting.]]
=== Specifications ===
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.
=== Blank panels ===
6061 aluminum alloy, T3 or T6 temper, is easy to come by, can be easily worked. Thickness usually ranges between 1.5 mm (0.62") and 2.5 mm (0.12") but see what is standard for the format, e.g. a thickness of 2.28 mm (0.09") for 4U.<ref>[https://www.
Blank panels can be purchased from:
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== Panels components ==
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.
=== Knobs ===
MOTM uses ALCO PKES90B1/4 knobs, available at:
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== PCB/Panel mounting ==
=== PCB mounting ===
Most MOTM PCBs are about 4.5" by 5.5".<ref>[https://www.
* [http://bridechamber.com/Brackets.html Bridechamber]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20180228193533/http://synthcube.com/cart/index.php?route=product%2Fsearch Synthcube]
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Do not mix dissimilar metal terminals and headers. The contact resistance will go up with dissimilar metals, causing all sorts of problems.<ref>[http://www.pinrepair.com/connect/ Molex Connectors Explained, as used in Pinball.]</ref>
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MOTM modules and power distribution boards are connected using 4-pin [[MTA]]-156 connectors and 18 awg wire.<ref name="mw1739">Muff's Modules & More:[https://www.
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