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AS0084 84HP Minimodular Case
Module Power Connectors:
9x Doepfer, 3x Integrator
Power input:
12-15V AC external power supply 500mA or higher, 2.1mm DC socket.
230v mains adaptor only supplied for Euro models. 115V US adaptors are available from Noisebug.
Width:
84HP
Introduction
This is a lower cost alternative to the pricey alu-
minium style cases.
The AS0084 will take any combination of Concussor,
A100 or Integrator modules with no problems of gaps or
lining up because it does not use tapped strips.
Power Supply
The power supply board has 9 Doepfer style con-
nectors and 3 Integrator sockets. A 5V power rail is
pro vid ed for those modules that require it. It uses an external power suppy of 15VAC. This case uses 15V AC (NOT
DC!) Use a minimum of 500mA external power supply (not sup plied). We can only supply 230V external adaptors with
either UK or Euro plugs.
As the power supply requires AC, it does not matter which way round you fit the connector. If you accidentally use
a 15V DC power supply, it will not cause any damage, but the system won’t work.
The case will generally supply a full set of modules unless there are too many power hungry modules.
Mounting
The AS0084 case eliminates the use of tapped strips, used in the metal case. This saves a heck of a lot of money,
but it does mean you must drill your own mounting holes.
The modules are mounted with self tapping screws into plastic mounting blocks. As plastic is not as strong as metal,
these cases are not ideal if you constantly are swapping modules around. Although this can be done many times, the
thread in the plastic screw holes can weaken with time with constant screwing and un-screwing. If you do strip the plastic
thread, you can use thread-lock, or fill the hole with glue,
All that is needed is to position modules in the case, mark the mounting holes, remove modules, drill pilot holes
approx 1mm to 2mm diameter, screw modules into position. This is far easier than it sounds, but if it puts you off then
pay the full cost for a metal case! (Nearly twice!).
Note: Integrator modules are a little wider than Concussor and A100, so it may not be possible to fill the case with
only Integrator modules - the total width may be too wide by say 0.5mm. This is because Integrator modules do not
fully stick to the Euro-rack standard. Their modules are just a tiny bit too wide, and they have positioned their mounting
holes in the incorrect place.
Note: do not overtighten the self tap screws otherwise you will strip the thread in the plastic.
If you are plugging in non-Concussor modules - you may void warranty as we cannot be responsible for
other manufacturer’s faults.
Rack Mounting
The AS0084 can be rack-mounted with optional rack-ears. The case is just a tiny bit over 3U in height.
Rubber Feet
The case come with four rubber feet. You can optionally fit these using the supplied M3 screws and nuts. It is best
to fit these if required before fitting any modules.