Dood Posted October 19, 2016 Share Posted October 19, 2016 I need to make up a sort of junction box containing two male Neutrik XLRs, a female combo XLR and a 1/4" jack. I've found the odd outlet online selling massively overpriced boxes. Does anyone know of an outlet that stock or drill boxes? I'd prefer metal - think of it as being needed for DI type jobs. I don't want it to fall to pieces!! I'd make one up myself but my current tools (and spare time) are making it less convenient! Here's the kinda thing I want to achieve: But not necessarily having to cough up £30 for the pleasure!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted October 19, 2016 Share Posted October 19, 2016 (edited) Maybe this should provide some inspiration... http://www.screwfix.com/p/tower-1g-surface-box-with-20mm-knock-out-and-mini-knockout/33241 (you can get metal boxes - but they will have holes in the back...) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-SINGLE-GANG-4-XLR-HOLE-SWITCH-FACE-PLATE-BRUSHED-STAINLESS-/261981217721 http://www.neutrik.com/en/xlr/d-series/nc3md-h http://www.neutrik.com/en/audio/plugs-and-jacks/jacks/combo-a-series/ncj6fa-v-0 http://www.neutrik.com/en/audio/plugs-and-jacks/locking-1/4-chassis-jacks/nj3fp6c http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A4-Marine-Grade-Stainless-Steel-Nyloc-Nylon-Insert-Locking-Nuts-M3-4-5-6-8-10-12-/360650014234 (--> M3) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A2-Stainless-Steel-Button-Head-Screw-Allen-Socket-Bolts-M3-M4-M5-M6-M8-/160792810792 (--> M3) PS always mount all the connectors from the rear! (Looks more pro) Look at the powercons on this (bad) - http://www.lexproducts.com/content/upload_products/129/prmiun-6ca-front-rgb-xl-v1-a__large.jpg Compared to (good) - https://studiospares.s3.amazonaws.com/p/alt/l/538690_1.jpg Edited October 19, 2016 by EBS_freak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted October 19, 2016 Share Posted October 19, 2016 OR https://www.studiospares.com/Cables-Leads/Stageboxes/Chassis-Patch-Plate--Wall-Box-4-Way_403040.htm WITH 4x6mm, 1x20mm and 1x15mm (15mm may be difficult to find!) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Blanking-Closed-Rubber-Grommets-6-9-12-16-20-25-32-50mm-1-6mm-Panel-thickness-/262281562555 ALTERNATIVELY, cover the rear holes with something like... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4-X-SELF-ADHESIVE-STICK-ON-RUBBER-FEET-20MM-X-3MM-/191815387956 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted October 19, 2016 Share Posted October 19, 2016 And of course, pics when done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted October 19, 2016 Share Posted October 19, 2016 Dan, i have a Q-MAX cutter for making holes for these Neutrik connectors. if you find a suitable box I'll happily cut the holes for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted October 19, 2016 Share Posted October 19, 2016 ^^ WINNER ^^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted October 19, 2016 Share Posted October 19, 2016 [quote name='obbm' timestamp='1476910219' post='3158480'] Dan, i have a Q-MAX cutter for making holes for these Neutrik connectors. if you find a suitable box I'll happily cut the holes for you. [/quote] Just out of interest, whats the maximum width of metal that these cutters can punch through? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted October 19, 2016 Author Share Posted October 19, 2016 [quote name='obbm' timestamp='1476910219' post='3158480'] Dan, i have a Q-MAX cutter for making holes for these Neutrik connectors. if you find a suitable box I'll happily cut the holes for you. [/quote] [quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1476912468' post='3158505'] ^^ WINNER ^^ [/quote] Bloody love you guys Thank you so much! Dave, I'll be in touch soon! The box is only a passive splitter, so very little space needed inside. It'll take a dual mono input (XLR pair) and send it through to a stereo XLR with a 1/4" in parallel. I'll figure out what box is needed to fit those neutrik sockets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 [quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1476912631' post='3158508'] Just out of interest, whats the maximum width of metal that these cutters can punch through? [/quote] [url="http://www.tooled-up.com/product/q.max-sheet-metal-hole-punch-24mm/7669/"]http://www.tooled-up.com/product/q.max-sheet-metal-hole-punch-24mm/7669/[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Clarification. I have a cutter that will make 24mm holes which is fine for most Neutrik connectors. Not sure about the XLR/jack Combo which seems to be a bit smaller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chienmortbb Posted October 24, 2016 Share Posted October 24, 2016 There is an XLR jack combo that used the standard D size cut out. I also have a Q max cutter if anyone needs help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted October 24, 2016 Author Share Posted October 24, 2016 I've temporarily shelved the plan whilst other stuff is taking over my spare time, but I have at least ordered my sockets ready! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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