Rails

Rails form the main component of any racking system by providing a mechanical sub-frame for securing modules in to your system. 4 Rails are required for each 6U section of subrack and come in the following standard `module opening' widths:- 42HP, 84HP, 126HP and 168HP. Other widths are available on request.

Made from a high-quality aluminium they are irridium plated for improved electrical conductivity
and anodised for a tougher surface finish.

All Rails are pre-tapped to accept M5 bolts making assembly a breeze while offering a secure and rigid assembly.

Rack Widths

Tapped Strips

Tapped Strips slide in to a dedicated slot near the front of the rail and are used to accomodate the module fixing screws. The strips are tapped at 1HP (5.08mm/0.2") intervals with 3.0mm holes (2.5mm Tapped Strips available while stocks last).

Maximum strip length is 84HP but their design allows them to be butted end-to-end with no loss of the 1HP interval. We also offer 19HP, 42HP and 83HP Tapped Strips allowing the common system widths of 42HP, 84HP, 104HP 126HP and 168HP to be easily accommodated without requiring Tapped Strips being cut.

For those requiring flexibility over the spacing between tapped holes such as when installing modules that do not confirm to the standard defined by Doepfer and as used in our Panther family, we offer Square Rail Nuts. These slide in to the same slot as used by the Tapped Strips and can be positioned anywhere along the length of the rail.
M3 Square Rail Nuts are available if preferred.

6U 42HP Skins - Studio 500

Our 42HP 6U 500 Skin is a new approach to subrack construction.
Multiple skins are be bolted side-by-side to create wider subracks.
This sub-assembly is then closed off with the addition of 2x 500 Side Panels and the appropriate length Rails and Tapped Strips.

The front section will accomodate modules with a maximumdepth of around 80mm
while the rear section will accomodate modules up to 130mm deep

Each Skin is supplied pre-fitted with a series of M4 threaded studs in the base that match our Busboard Carrier Plate. The plates, which are pre-punched to provide support for our ED1xx family of busboards, provide a common mounting template for case manufacturers requiring only 4 fixing points in the case. The stud pattern in the 42HP Desktop Skin allow the carrier plate (and hence busboard) to be mounted in one of 3 positions providing the builder with flexibility in the position and number of busboards installed in to a system.

Each Skin also has a cut-out in the rear to accept a multipole power connector which offers an easy means of getting power in to your system without having to drill holes as an alternative to our Power Panels. It also allows power to be fed from one boat to the next.

Studio 500 Assembly Guide Recommended Maximum Module Space

6U 42HP Skins - Studio 700

Our 42HP 6U 700 Skin is a new approach to subrack construction.
Multiple skins are be bolted side-by-side to create wider subracks.
This sub-assembly is then closed off with the addition of 2x 700 Side Panels and the appropriate length Rails and Tapped Strips.

The Studio 700 will accomodate modules up to a depth of 90mm

Each Skin is supplied pre-fitted with a series of M4 threaded studs in the base that match our Busboard Carrier Plate.The plates, which are pre-punched to provide support for our ED7xx family of busboards, provide a common mounting template for case manufacturers requiring only 4 fixing points in the case.

Studio 700 Assembly Guide Recommended Maximum Module Space

6U 42HP Skins - Studio 300

Our 42HP 6U 300 Skin is a new approach to subrack construction.
Multiple skins are be bolted side-by-side to create wider subracks.
This sub-assembly is then closed off with the addition of 2x 300 Side Panels and the appropriate length Rails and Tapped Strips.

Each Skin is supplied pre-fitted with a series of M4 threaded studs in the base that match our Busboard Carrier Plate. The plates, which are pre-punched to provide support for our ED7xx family of busboards, provide a common mounting template for case manufacturers requiring only 4 fixing points in the case.

Studio 300 Assembly Guide Recommended Maximum Module Space

The Studio 300 was actually designed to be a lid for the Studio 500 and Studio 700 and the depth of the Studio 300 allows for most patch settings to be retained while in transit.

To use the lid requires both the Studio 300 and the associated boat to have our End Cheeks fitted.

Fitting a Studio 300 Lid

Fixing Hardware

Assembly of all of our Studio x00 Series is done using bolts making them an easy assembly for everyone.

All the required hardware is supplied with our Studio x00 Series Kits but can also be supplied loose for those purchasing their own mix of parts.

End Cheeks

We offer End Cheek Profiles for all of our Studio x00 Enclosures that provide both a cosmetic appealing finish to your system and also protect your work surface from scratches and scuffing by incorporating small feet that lift the whole unit approximately 2mm above the worksurface.

Each End Cheek is 19mm thick affording a rigid end piece that will not buckle or bend and has 2x M5 blind nutserts for each 6U section that mates up with fixing points on the 6U Skin End Plates.

The End Cheeks are made from a high quality pure white thermoplastic that offers the following features:-

Many systems will require more than 1 boat to achive the desired module capacity or to allow a sub-set of the system to be taked away and used for live performances or playing with other users/systems.

We offer a couple of solutions to assist with multi-boat installation:-

1) Studio Master, and
2) Studio Tree.

The Studio Master comprises 2 End Cheek profiles :-

The Tower-End Cheek has two orientation modes:-

These 2 profiles let you build 6U, 12U and 18U systems with the 18U system having a removable 6U section ideal for taking a part of your system on to the road or around to a friends place.

The Studio Tree offers a more flexible solution that utilises a carrier frame (Tree) that allows multiple boats (complete with their associated End Cheeks) to be 'connected' together. By using a simple Thumbwheel assembly, a Studio Tree system can be quickly disassembled, transported and re-assembled without the need for additional tools