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== {{icon|camera-lens}} Build Pictures ==
== {{icon|camera-lens}} Build Pictures ==
I attempted to document the process as best as I could. The frame was made from the 2x4s once they were transformed into 1.5x3s, the bottom mini-frame is supported by oak 2x1s that I cut from a piece of oak (1x5) in my scrap bin. I then wrapped the frame in 1/2" sanded plywood, using hardwood dowels to secure the rear frame (making it removable).
I attempted to document the process as best as I could. The frame was made from the 2x4s once they were transformed into 1.5x3s, the bottom mini-frame is supported by oak 2x1s that I cut from a piece of oak (1x5) in my scrap bin. I then wrapped the frame in 1/2" sanded plywood, using hardwood dowels to secure the rear frame (making it removable).
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File:20201219_115036.jpg|01. Began by cutting all the frame pieces down to size.
File:20201222_133216.jpg|02. With the frame pieces all cut to size it's time for sanding.
File:20201223_141738.jpg|03. All pieces were sanded with 80, 120 and then 220 grit.
File:20201225_003231.jpg|04. Pocket holes are then drilled in all required pieces.
File:20201225_003500.jpg|05. All of the frame pieces receive three coats of lacquer.
File:20201226_160521.jpg|06. The rack rails were then attached to the four posts.
File:20201226_161847.jpg|07. All posts were subsequently labeled.
File:20201226_163851.jpg|08. Frame assembly began, starting with the rear.
File:20201226_172535.jpg|09. The front and rear were then connected to form the full frame.
File:20201226_223510.jpg|10. Horizontal beams were added to support the weight of the battery backup units.
File:20201228_144910.jpg|11. With the frame finished, all the plywood was then cut to size for the cabinet paneling.
File:20201228_170003.jpg|12. Once the plywood was cut, they were sanded and given the lacquer treatment.
File:20201229_142542.jpg|13. Cabinet assembly was pretty straight forward, I took a deviation from the plans here and decided to nail most of the panels together.
File:20210101_124517.jpg|14. Using a hole saw, I cut two ports on the back compartment for wire grommets.
File:20210101_124535.jpg|15. Using a combination jigsaw and then router I cutout a slot for a 2U vented blank that will function as an air intake.
File:20210102_222313.jpg|16. Four hardwood dowels and four oak stop-blocks allow the back panel to be removable.
File:20210103_111505.jpg|17. Test fit of the back panel looks good.
File:20210104_135119.jpg|18. Casters were installed with lag screws.
File:20210105_150254.jpg|19. After a day or two in the garage to let the glue/finish settle I lugged it inside.
File:20210108_154058.jpg|20. Despite the front door not being finished I decided to swap the old rack for the new one, installing everything with Rackstuds.
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Revision as of 19:57, 18 January 2021

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Icon Introduction

In May of 2018 I built a 14U wooden rack frame, while working fine it was a very rudimentary build with no flair, heck not even rails (equipment was fastened directly to the wood).

In the beginning of 2020 as nothing more than wishful thinking, I began designing a rack cabinet in SketchUp. Beginning as a 24U cabinet (2 revisions), shifting to a 20U cabinet (3 revisions), then 12U cabinet (3 revisions), then dual 12U desk (2 revisions) and finally settling back on 12U rack cabinet (4 more revisions). Based on the EIA/ECA-310-E specification, I started with the Z-Series rails from Star Case and included all the features I wanted in a cabinet.

Icon Plans

Icon Parts List

Icon Glass

  • LEXAN 11" x 14" x 0.093" Clear Polycarbonate Sheet-GE-34   Icon GE-34
    Icon 8.98  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2021/01/04)

Icon Lumber

  • 1" x 4" x 39" Common Board Bed Slat   Icon 1001749849
    Icon 2.39  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2020/12/31)   |   Icon 3
  • 2" x 4" x 92-5/8" Prime Whitewood Stud   Icon 569062
    Icon 4.98  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2020/12/14)   |   Icon 6
  • Endesa Sandeply Plywood 1/2" x 4' x 8' (12mm)   Icon 454532
    Icon 35.95  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2020/12/28)
  • Kelleher 3/8" x 48" Round Dowel   Icon IM6406U-40
    Icon 0.98  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2021/01/01)

Icon Hardware

  • Everbilt 5/16" x 2" Stainless Steel Hex Lag Screw, 5 pc.   Icon 812680
    Icon 7.56  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2020/12/31)   |   Icon 2
  • Everbilt Surface Mount Soft Close Hinge, 2 pc.   Icon 9289518
    Icon 11.48  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2021/01/04)
  • Kreg 2-1/2" Coarse Zinc-Plated Steel Square-Head Pocket Screw, 50 pc.   Icon SML-C250-50
    Icon 5.97  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2020/11/09)   |   Icon 2
  • SPAX 5/16" x 3" POWERLAG Hex Drive Washer Head Lag Screw   Icon 4571820800757
    Icon 0.87  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2020/12/31)   |   Icon 4
  • Teks #8 x 1" Philips Truss-Head Lath Screw, Zinc-Plated, 170 pc.   Icon 21508
    Icon 7.57  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2020/12/26)
  • TITAN Industrial 2" Polyurethane Swivel Caster w/ Brake   Icon 4126599LN
    Icon 6.98  —  Lowe's (Purchased: 2020/12/31)   |   Icon 4

Icon Rack Hardware & Accessories

  • 2U Blank Rack Mount Spacer, Slotted Venting   Icon 00406023
    Icon 17.95  —  Navepoint (Purchased: 2020/12/31)
  • Rackstuds Series II, Purple, 3.2mm, 20 pc.   Icon B07W7BWRX3
    Icon 17.00  —  Amazon (Purchased: 2020/12/26)   |   Icon 2
  • Star Case 12U Steel Rails, Z-Series, 2 pc.   Icon Z12U
    Icon 35.90  —  Amazon (Purchased: 2020/11/13)   |   Icon 2

Icon Spray Finish

  • Deft Aerosol Interior Clear Wood Finish Brushing Lacquer, Satin   Icon 01713
    Icon 5.98  —  Home Depot (Purchased: 2020/12/22)   |   Icon 2

Icon Build Pictures

I attempted to document the process as best as I could. The frame was made from the 2x4s once they were transformed into 1.5x3s, the bottom mini-frame is supported by oak 2x1s that I cut from a piece of oak (1x5) in my scrap bin. I then wrapped the frame in 1/2" sanded plywood, using hardwood dowels to secure the rear frame (making it removable).