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Post by 4Play on Jul 28, 2013 17:31:38 GMT -5
I'm looking to replace the audio credenza and build my own. There is one specific rack that uses 4 5/8 threaded rods that I cannot find a materials list for. If you have made a different design, please post pics and a materials list in case someone wants to make their own.
Thanks in advance for your help!
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Post by Boomzilla on Jul 28, 2013 17:32:18 GMT -5
Oh man! Cinder blocks & boards!
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Post by RightinLA on Jul 28, 2013 17:37:17 GMT -5
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Post by jlafrenz on Jul 28, 2013 17:53:23 GMT -5
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Post by thoff on Jul 28, 2013 18:00:29 GMT -5
I followed a salamander designs construct, ordered all the pieces and made it myself. My parts consist of: 8 t-slot bars (4x3', 4x2') Baltic Birch plywood Black caster wheels and shelf pegs I ordered from Salamander Designs For the t-slots, they were not threaded so I bought a cheap hand tapping device that did the job fairly easily, with a little elbow grease. The top has 4 black bolts in it and the middle has a bolt threaded all the way so the bottom and top t-slot and connect to the same one. The t-slots were purchased from the ebay store called 8020 Inc.   |
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Post by kml on Jul 28, 2013 18:00:55 GMT -5
I built my own rack. I didn't have a material list, I just bought the rods, nuts and washers at Home Depot and had a cabinet maker fabricate the shelves. I used copper pipe to cover the rods.  cheers ken |
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Post by creimes on Jul 28, 2013 21:24:55 GMT -5
Basically measure all the equipment you want to place on the rack and space the shelving accordingly placing the heaviest equipment on the bottom and working your way up to the lightest stuff, for each shelf you will need 8 nuts and 8 washers, the standard size most use is 5/8 threaded rod, some go bigger for a different look but that also costs more. I bought my pre-cut MDF at Home Depot in 24"x24" pcs and cut them to 20"x24" on the table saw, threaded rod you can get at most home improvement places.
1- Shelving, as many as you need, calculate your spacing and how many shelves you need and that will tell you what length of rod you will need and be sure to include the bolts, washers and shlf thickness in that.
2 - Bolts and washers, 8 for each shelf
3 - Paint and/or finishing lacquer
4 - Threaded rod, 4 preferably
5 - Castor wheels if you want
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Post by harri009 on Jul 29, 2013 11:20:45 GMT -5
Basically measure all the equipment you want to place on the rack and space the shelving accordingly placing the heaviest equipment on the bottom and working your way up to the lightest stuff, for each shelf you will need 8 nuts and 8 washers, the standard size most use is 5/8 threaded rod, some go bigger for a different look but that also costs more. I bought my pre-cut MDF at Home Depot in 24"x24" pcs and cut them to 20"x24" on the table saw, threaded rod you can get at most home improvement places. 1- Shelving, as many as you need, calculate your spacing and how many shelves you need and that will tell you what length of rod you will need and be sure to include the bolts, washers and shlf thickness in that. 2 - Bolts and washers, 8 for each shelf 3 - Paint and/or finishing lacquer 4 - Threaded rod, 4 preferably 5 - Castor wheels if you want Sounds about right. I went for the heavy duty and different look approach. But as creimes said it adds significantly to the cost. I think mine ended up being about $600. emotivalounge.proboards.com/thread/27414?page=3 |
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Post by 4Play on Jul 29, 2013 14:34:00 GMT -5
What would the proper spacing be between unit and upper shelf? Would you go more than 6 inches? Trouble I'm going to have is figuring out how long the rods will be. Sad part is I have no tools whatsoever. Hopefully Lowe's or Home Depot can help me with cutting.
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Post by creimes on Jul 29, 2013 15:51:05 GMT -5
What would the proper spacing be between unit and upper shelf? Would you go more than 6 inches? Trouble I'm going to have is figuring out how long the rods will be. Sad part is I have no tools whatsoever. Hopefully Lowe's or Home Depot can help me with cutting. I have about 2 inches above my amps and PT-7030, and Home Depot will cut the sizes you need for the shelving, and you could always drop the shelving off at a cabinet/finishing shop and I'm sure for a cost they would paint and finish the MDF for you. Chad |
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Post by 4Play on Jul 29, 2013 19:53:14 GMT -5
Would anyone know what thickness the shelf should be? It's hard to figure how long the rod should be without knowing shelf thickness.
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Post by 4Play on Jul 29, 2013 20:14:29 GMT -5
Would anyone know what thickness the shelf should be? It's hard to figure how long the rod should be without knowing shelf thickness.
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Post by creimes on Jul 29, 2013 20:20:32 GMT -5
5/8th or 3/4 would be plenty good in MDF
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Post by ocezam on Jul 31, 2013 8:24:58 GMT -5
I'm looking to replace the audio credenza and build my own. There is one specific rack that uses 4 5/8 threaded rods that I cannot find a materials list for. If you have made a different design, please post pics and a materials list in case someone wants to make their own. It's called a flexy rack. Lot's of info on the net Google it. Lot's of different versions also. 5/8th or 3/4 would be plenty good in MDF Depends on your equipment list. I wouldn't use anything under 3/4" with anything heavier than an XPA-100. In my opinion, even 3/4" isn't big enough for an XPR. I'd glue up 1 1/2" for an XPR. |
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Post by 4Play on Jul 31, 2013 9:54:23 GMT -5
Equipment will be the following...
Marantz SR5005 receiver - Denon DNP-720AE Network Audio Player - Emotiva USP-1 Preamp - Panamax 5100 power conditioner - Pro-Ject or Rega turntable
The UPA-1 amps will be near the speakers.
So, would 3/4 or 5/8 work better?
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Post by creimes on Jul 31, 2013 11:19:24 GMT -5
Equipment will be the following... Marantz SR5005 receiver - Denon DNP-720AE Network Audio Player - Emotiva USP-1 Preamp - Panamax 5100 power conditioner - Pro-Ject or Rega turntable The UPA-1 amps will be near the speakers. So, would 3/4 or 5/8 work better? All my MDF shelves are 3/4 MDF and they easily hold my XPA-2 and PA 7-150, the 3/4 would easily hold an XPR amp as well, I just entered info in the sagulator calculator and for a shelf made from MDF medium desity 3/4 and 20" x 24" with 100lbs of uniform load is only .51mm over 305mm You will be fine with 3/4 MDF Sagulator link |
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Post by 4Play on Jul 31, 2013 11:33:03 GMT -5
Thanks for the info PF. The least amount of money to spend is always good. Still unsure whether the DIY would be cheaper than buy a ready made you put together rack.
Anyone know?
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