Free Laser Cut Perspex Amplifier Case Resources

This resource has been produced to provide a great way for you to create amplifier cases for our very popular MP3 Mono Amplifier V2.0 Kit and our High Power Stereo Amplifier Kit.

This resource contains links to all of the files you need to cut the various parts for each of the cases and also links to the build instructions so that you can get straight to work.  

Teaching / Learning Opportunities:

As well as offering a stylish way to house your amplifier and speaker it also introduces you several aspects of Design & Technology; laser cutting, mechanical assembly and Kerf cutting/bending, making them an ideal Design & Technology classroom activity. Laser Cutting: Once you have downloaded the relevant files for your project, you can then import them into your laser cutter software. You can then choose to cut all of the parts from the same perspex sheet or you can spread the parts over different coloured perspex sheets for a more impactful end result. Mechanical Assembly: Once you have all of the required parts, the build presents quite a challenge to those new to assembling a design. Fortunately, we have detailed build instructions to guide you through the process. Kerf Cutting/Bending: This is a technique that has traditionally been associated with woodworking that allows you to bend the wood around a corner, as opposed to having separate pieces and a joint. As well as being a good practical solution it is also very aesthetically pleasing. This technique also works for bending acrylic sheets and forms the basis of both of our amplifier case designs detailed below.  

MP3 Mono Amplifier Case:

This free amplifier case resource offers a stylish and practical way to house your completed MP3 Mono Amplifier V2.0 Kit, either the kit form version or the pre-built version. Included below is a list of the additional parts you will need, download links for the laser cutter files and a detailed set of build instructions that cover everything from adding a switch to best practice for assembling the parts.

Additional Parts Required:

• 16 x 12mm M3 Screw.
• 16 x M3 Hex Nut.
• 1 x I/O Marked Actuator Rocker Switch.
• Any 3mm Perspex Sheet.
• 1 x MP3 Mono Amplifier Kit, or, pre-built MP3 Mono Amplifier.

Tools Required:

• Wire Cutters/Strippers.
• A Soldering Iron.
• A Small Cross Headed Screwdriver.
• A Pair Of Pliers.
• A Ruler.
• Solder.

Downloads:

• The cutting data files can be downloaded here.
• Please note: if using 2D Design the .dxf file can be opened by using File -> Import.
• The mono amp case cutting data files are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non-commercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License.

Resources:

• Build Instructions. 

 

High Power Stereo Amplifier Case:

This free case resource offers a stylish and practical way to house your completed High Power Stereo Amp kit. Included below is a list of the additional parts you will need, download links for the laser cutter files and a detailed set of build instructions that cover everything you need to complete your case build.

Additional Parts Required:

• 4 x Rubber Feet.
• 18 x 12mm M3 Screw.
• 18 x M3 Hex Nut.
• 1 x I/O Marked Actuator Rocker Switch.
• 1 x 5mm Chrome Bezel.
• 1 x Potentiometer Knob (Black/Grey).
• 1 x High Power Stereo Amplifier Kit.

Tools Required:

• Wire Cutters/Strippers.
• A Soldering Iron.
• A Small Cross Headed Screwdriver.
• A Terminal Screwdriver.
• A Pair Of Pliers.
• Solder.

Downloads:

• The cutting data files can be downloaded here.
• Please note: if using 2D Design the .dxf file can be opened by using File -> Import.
• The high power stereo amp case cutting data files are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non-commercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License.

Resources:

• Build Instructions.

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