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[[File:Model a acrylic case with pine a64.jpg|thumb|A Pine A64 mounted in the "Model A" Acrylic Open Enclosure. The text on the top is "PINE64" nowadays.]] | |||
The '''"Model A" Acrylic Open Enclosure''' is a case for "Model A" sized single-board computers (Pine A64, ROCKPro64, Quartz64 Model A) sold by PINE64, available from [https://pine64.com/product/pine-a64-rockpro64-acrylic-open-enclosure/ the official store]. | |||
=== Installation === | |||
Please refer to [https://files.pine64.org/doc/guide/PINE64_Acrylic_Open_Enclosure_Installation_Guide.pdf the official instructions] for assembling the case. | |||
For the Quartz64 Model A, you may need to file down the inner corner of one of the mounting posts for the little mic connector on the bottom of the board to clear it. | |||
=== Mods === | |||
==== 3D-Printable Top With Fan and PCIe Cutout ==== | |||
[[File:Model a top render.png|thumb|left|Non-artist's impression of the replacement top plate]] | |||
[[User:CounterPillow]] has created an alternate 3D-printable top plate which allows for the mounting of a 40mmx40mmx10mm fan, as well as allowing for PCIe cards to be mounted while the case is assembled. The STL and STEP files [[Media:Model_A_acrylic_case_top_plate_with_fan_cutout.zip|are available free of charge, licensed as CC-BY 4.0]]. | |||
A fan is mounted to it using self-tapping fan screws usually shipped with computer fans; put the fan on the underside of the plate, and screw in the self-tapping screws from the top side. You can either have the fan exhaust air through the top, or blow it onto the SoC's heatsink. The latter configuration appears to work better, but precise measurements haven't been made yet. | |||
Recommended printing material is PETG for its structural rigidity. However, PLA will likely work fine as well, and is easier to print. A 0.6mm nozzle was used for test prints, but any nozzle should work. Depending on the layer height you choose, your print may come out slightly thicker or thinner; this is no problem though. It's recommended to enable the advanced "Detect Thin Walls" option in slic3r to get a cleaner g-code result around the fan holes. | |||
== RockPro64 Aluminum Case == | |||
An aluminum case is available on the Pine64 store listed as [https://pine64.com/product/rockpro64-premium-aluminum-casing/ ROCKPro64 PREMIUM ALUMINUM CASING]. | |||
The Quartz64 model A can be made to fit this case, however some filing of one of the holes is necessary because one of the RockPro64 ports is a type-C, whereas on the Quartz64 model A all of the ports are type As. | The Quartz64 model A can be made to fit this case, however some filing of one of the holes is necessary because one of the RockPro64 ports is a type-C, whereas on the Quartz64 model A all of the ports are type As. | ||
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Interference between Quartz64 model A and the case as supplied:- | Interference between Quartz64 model A and the case as supplied:- | ||
[[File:quartz64a-rockpro64case-1.jpg]] | [[File:quartz64a-rockpro64case-1.jpg|400px]] | ||
Fitment once the case has been filed:- | Fitment once the case has been filed:- | ||
[[File:quartz64a-rockpro64case-2.jpg]] | [[File:quartz64a-rockpro64case-2.jpg|400px]] | ||
Fitment of the other end (no modification necessary):- | Fitment of the other end (no modification necessary):- | ||
[[File:quartz64a-rockpro64case-3.jpg]] | [[File:quartz64a-rockpro64case-3.jpg|400px]] | ||
Also note that the SoC in the Quartz64-A is slightly lower than the Rock64 Pro one (apparently about 0.6mm). This case includes an internal post which (using a thermal pad) touches the SoC to transfer heat from the SoC to the case. However it does not make good contact with the RK3566. The best solution is probably to source a thicker thermal pad. | Also note that the SoC in the Quartz64-A is slightly lower than the Rock64 Pro one (apparently about 0.6mm). This case includes an internal post which (using a thermal pad) touches the SoC to transfer heat from the SoC to the case. However it does not make good contact with the RK3566. The best solution is probably to source a thicker thermal pad. | ||
Revision as of 14:34, 1 February 2023
"Model A" Acrylic Open Enclosure
The "Model A" Acrylic Open Enclosure is a case for "Model A" sized single-board computers (Pine A64, ROCKPro64, Quartz64 Model A) sold by PINE64, available from the official store.
Installation
Please refer to the official instructions for assembling the case.
For the Quartz64 Model A, you may need to file down the inner corner of one of the mounting posts for the little mic connector on the bottom of the board to clear it.
Mods
3D-Printable Top With Fan and PCIe Cutout
User:CounterPillow has created an alternate 3D-printable top plate which allows for the mounting of a 40mmx40mmx10mm fan, as well as allowing for PCIe cards to be mounted while the case is assembled. The STL and STEP files are available free of charge, licensed as CC-BY 4.0.
A fan is mounted to it using self-tapping fan screws usually shipped with computer fans; put the fan on the underside of the plate, and screw in the self-tapping screws from the top side. You can either have the fan exhaust air through the top, or blow it onto the SoC's heatsink. The latter configuration appears to work better, but precise measurements haven't been made yet.
Recommended printing material is PETG for its structural rigidity. However, PLA will likely work fine as well, and is easier to print. A 0.6mm nozzle was used for test prints, but any nozzle should work. Depending on the layer height you choose, your print may come out slightly thicker or thinner; this is no problem though. It's recommended to enable the advanced "Detect Thin Walls" option in slic3r to get a cleaner g-code result around the fan holes.
RockPro64 Aluminum Case
An aluminum case is available on the Pine64 store listed as ROCKPro64 PREMIUM ALUMINUM CASING.
The Quartz64 model A can be made to fit this case, however some filing of one of the holes is necessary because one of the RockPro64 ports is a type-C, whereas on the Quartz64 model A all of the ports are type As.
Interference between Quartz64 model A and the case as supplied:-
Fitment once the case has been filed:-
Fitment of the other end (no modification necessary):-
Also note that the SoC in the Quartz64-A is slightly lower than the Rock64 Pro one (apparently about 0.6mm). This case includes an internal post which (using a thermal pad) touches the SoC to transfer heat from the SoC to the case. However it does not make good contact with the RK3566. The best solution is probably to source a thicker thermal pad.