Another darn Enlight case modding question....

[gmccall]

I want to add an 80mm fan grill to the front of my Enlight 7237 case to increase airflow. So what would be the best way to cut the round hole out of the plastic? (is it called the bezel?) A jigsaw worked great cutting the metal parts of my case, but I'm afraid a jigsaw might not be well served for plastic cutting... Any suggestions? I have seen cases modded like this before, but never how they cut the plastic.

Thanks

 

[Phunktion]

Some careful (and I do mean careful!) drilling with a hole saw might be okay, or a Dremel will work wonders..

 

[gmccall]

I was afraid of that. A square hole would be so much simpler to cut accurately/smoothly, but I want a round one to mount the fan grill in. I have almost decided to go with a Panaflo 120mm to the front bezel now, so it's double jeopardy! LOL

 

[Bobsled]

I would say Dremel. But be care as that plastic is really soft.

 

[MaxImuMAdVaNtAgE]

when i did mine i just used a large srill bit and increased the size of the holes that were in the bezel when i bought the case...it makes a difference even if not a big one and was very quick and easy...

although, just for looks i am thinking of cutting out a hole in the bezel and mounting a chrome finger guard to match all the other holes i cut in the case for more fans...

MaxImuM

 

[gmccall]

That's why I want to do it, MaximumAdvantage. Mostly for looks, but the finger guard should also let more air through. I am going to practice with a drill, dremel and jigsaw on the bezel of an old AT case and see how I do... It doesn't have to be a perfect hole, as I plan to use molding around the edge which will hide the imperfections (hopefully).

 

[Jhhnn]

If you have a variable speed jigsaw, use a blade made for plastic and keep the speed low, works great. Excellent that you have something for practice, too.