CaveWich - Cave Enclosure Kit - More Ready To Ship!

Reclaimer · Jul 31, 2016

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UPDATE: NEW THREAD: http://www.neo-geo.com/forums/showthread.php?267984

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I've long been putting my PCBs inside of "sandwiches", usually with fiberboard and hex standoffs.

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I find it helps to protect the board, assists with quick swapping in/out of a cab's belly, and sits well next to a supergun.

I wanted to dress up my Cave CV1000 boards a little fancier, a little sturdier.

Thus, the CaveWich was born.

CaveWich CV1000 Kit

Sandwiched between two 1/4" thick pieces of transparent blue acrylic, and supported by sturdy black metal mounting hardware. The legendary Cave logo is laser-etched into the underside of the transparent top plate for a slick presentation. Countersink washers on top and reinforced rubber feet on bottom add nice finishing touches.

The CaveWich CV1000 kit includes all parts needed to assemble it.

ITEMS INCLUDED IN KIT

Acrylic Plates:

1X - Blank Bottom Plate - 1/4" thick light blue transparent acrylic
1X - Laser Etched Top Plate - 1/4" thick light blue transparent acrylic

All Hardware Needed To Assemble:

4X - PCB Mounting Spacers
4X - Top Plate Mounting Spacers
4X - PCB Mounting Screws
4X - Top Plate Mounting Screws
4X - Countersink Finishing Washers
4X - Reinforced Rubber Feet
16X - Plastic Washers

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?

(Game hardware PCB is not included; shown in images for reference only. Assembly required - a hex-key (Allen wrench) is needed to tighten the 3mm screws, this tool is NOT included. Assembly instructions coming soon.)

WHAT PCBS FIT?

Fits all Cave CV1000 PCBs. 100% laser cut to exacting measurements, and tested on multiple games and revisions.

List of CV1000 boards, via Arcade Otaku:

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WHAT'S THE COST?

$57 for the kit via PayPal goods. (NOT gift)

$7 shipping in the US (Priority Flat Rate 2-3 day). Each additional is $4.

PM me for shipping elsewhere. It looks like it's about $15 to Canada and towards $22 to Europe. (These fuckers are heavy!)

First Batch (discounted) - All Shipped!
1) Brad -PAID - SHIPPED
2) West -PAID - SHIPPED
3) Aoiddr -PAID - SHIPPED
4) Mltv -PAID - SHIPPED
5) jcmorris -PAID - SHIPPED
6) friend -PAID - SHIPPED

Second Batch - All Shipped!
1, 2, 3, 4) Supabok - Qty. 4 -PAID - SHIPPED
5, 6, 7) City41 - Qty. 3 -PAID - SHIPPED
8) Adderall -PAID - SHIPPED

Third Batch - Taking Orders Now! PM me!
1) CaseyTappy
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WHERE'S MY FREE SHIT!?
Free transparent pink or semi-transparent dark purple Cave logo keychain. I'll throw one of your choice in with your order until I run out.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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mjmjr25 · Jul 31, 2016

I had one of these - I think it came secondhand from Kiel, or maybe Kiel made it, not sure. They are awesome and yours might even be a thicker acrylic and the blue looks awesome. Adds some protection and makes them look awesome. Highly recommend these.

aoiddr · Jul 31, 2016

I'd buy one of these kits.

Looks both functional and like something I'd want to display.

Westcb · Jul 31, 2016

Subscribing so I don't miss when you make the pgm board version (need one for espgaluda). This looks great can't wait.

West · Jul 31, 2016

Sick.

Count me in for one.

mltv · Jul 31, 2016

You can count me in for 1.

bradtemple87 · Jul 31, 2016

I'll take one

Zak · Aug 1, 2016

Any chance of shorter legs to make it more compact for a future run?

Nice work btw!

Chempop · Aug 1, 2016

Any chance of a quintuple-layer-club-CAVE-which? I don't own 5 SH3 games, but it would be cool to see nonetheless.

Adderall · Aug 1, 2016

These look amazing!

Any problems with static electricity and/or dust? I think Kiel had some issues with his.

supabok · Aug 1, 2016

Very nice! I'm in for a set!

Reclaimer · Aug 1, 2016

Zak said:
Any chance of shorter legs to make it more compact for a future run? Nice work btw!

Shorter legs? You mean the supports? There's about 10mm clearance under the PCB to make sure the JAMMA connector fits. About 5mm clearance up top to make sure the heat sink isn't touching the top acrylic panel. Can't get much more compact than that.

Adderall said:
These look amazing!

Any problems with static electricity and/or dust? I think Kiel had some issues with his.

Dust? It's open on the sides, not fully encased. Overall they keep by boards much cleaner than without anything. Static? No issues for me any more than I would have with other plastic enclosures (IE.. basically every console and electronics board out there).

Westcb said:
Subscribing so I don't miss when you make the pgm board version (need one for espgaluda). This looks great can't wait.

Already got you on a list for the PGM version hookup.

Chempop said:
Any chance of a quintuple-layer-club-CAVE-which? I don't own 5 SH3 games, but it would be cool to see nonetheless.

I'd stack this shit to the moon if I had enough boards! :keke:

(Still won't help me 1CC all of em. :lolz:

)

Reclaimer · Aug 1, 2016

First batch prepping to go out.

I'll send out payment info to those in the first group.

Taking a list for those interested in the second batch I should be making in the next week or two!

Additionally, I'll throw in a keychain for the first couple groups until I run out.

CaseyTappy · Aug 1, 2016

Looks pretty cool !

aoiddr · Aug 1, 2016

Payment sent. Thanks!

West · Aug 1, 2016

Paid up! Thanks dood!

city41 · Aug 1, 2016

I'm interested in 3 CV1000 cavewiches. I'd also be interested in some PGM cavewiches too.

Reclaimer · Aug 1, 2016

First batch should be ready to ship Tuesday/Wednesday! Thanks for the quick payment guys.

TonK · Aug 2, 2016

These are nice. I may grab two.

Mosque · Aug 2, 2016

swwweetttttttt!

Lemony Vengeance · Aug 2, 2016

looks good, man. I don't have any legit cave games (keyword LEGIT :keke:

) so I'll need to sit this one out.

Chempop · Aug 2, 2016

No offense to the effort here, maybe I feel like shitting on the parade, but I'm curious why you went with acrylic over something like Static-dissipative PVC.
I thought it was somewhat common knowledge that acrylic is known for its electrostatic discharge. Would hate for people to buy into something that they don't know the risks involved (WHOOPS just fried my $1200 cave game!!!)

Otherwise, carry on.

Lemony Vengeance · Aug 2, 2016

Chempop said:
No offense to the effort here, maybe I feel like shitting on the parade, but I'm curious why you went with acrylic over something like Static-dissipative PVC.
I thought it was somewhat common knowledge that acrylic is known for its electrostatic discharge. Would hate for people to buy into something that they don't know the risks involved (WHOOPS just fried my $1200 cave game!!!)

Otherwise, carry on.

I thought about this too. I do, however dig the sandwich for his OTHER boards though. prevents the need of having to screw it onto the PCB mounting board, makes for quick swaps.

Chempop · Aug 2, 2016

It seems like a pretty low risk, but it's something to consider. I mean, clean rooms sometimes use acrylic so it can't be too bad, right?

Lemony Vengeance · Aug 2, 2016

Chempop said:
It seems like a pretty low risk, but it's something to consider. I mean, clean rooms sometimes use acrylic so it can't be too bad, right?

it's REALLY dry where I live, especially in the winter time so static builds up in the air and is discharged VERY easily. It's not a risk I'm willing to take.

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