Canvas SFF case

an open air stand

Prototype builds:

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  • 17²

  • LiquidHaus

  • MINIBOT PC

  • CPK_Nicolas

  • 17²

  • LiquidHaus

  • MINIBOT PC

  • CPK_Nicolas

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The Canvas is an open air SFF case designed for easy modding and hardware display. The primary goal of this design is to display front and centre all of the PC hardware on one side, while being modifiable and flexible for a variety of cooling solutions.

The sides of the case feature mounting rails for 240 or 280 radiators, on either side of the motherboard. Additionally, there is a 120/140mm mount on the back to allow the installation of reservoirs, fans or other accessories. The centre panel behind the motherboard is removable to allow access to back plates without complete disassembly. The vertical GPU mounting does not limit the GPU size in any way.

The sheet metal, and plastics are manufactured locally in Ontario, Canada.

First batch production

100 units of this case are made and ready for order. 50 in a bronze finish, and 50 in silver. All units come with a Kailh box navy switch as a power button with a black DSA profile keycap, and black sleeving on the wire. Additionally, every unit includes a PCIe gen4 riser cable for the GPU.

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GPU

There are no limitations to the size of GPU that can be mounted. The length and thickness of the GPU are unbounded. The vertical orientation slots the GPU directly into the riser cable which is screwed into the case. Some care has to be taken with very thick, heavy GPUs as it is only secured to the case with 1 thumb screw.

A PCIe gen4 riser cable is included with the case

PSU and Motherboard

The Canvas is designed for both SFX and SFX-L units. There are routing clips on the back of the case for the EPS cable. Although stock cables reach, custom sleeved are recommended :)

The motherboard for this case is a mini-ITX.

Accessory mount

Behind the motherboard there is a square hole pattern that aligns to 120mm and 140mm fan spacing. This is to mount any accessories, such as 120 or 140mm fans, reservoirs, or even another radiator.

The motherboard back panel is removable to allow back plate access. On the front of the case, these holes are 90 degree chamfered. This allows accessories to be mounted with flat M4 or M5 screws, preventing any protrusions towards the back of the motherbaord.

Radiators

The left and right rails are designed to mount any radiator. 240 and 280 radiators work well visually, however the height is unlimited.


It is recommended to mount the radiator with at least 3 screws, loosely, and place the assembly on the desk such that the radiator touches the desk. Then tighten the screws. This way, the radiator acts as its own support preventing the case from possibly tipping backwards. If you would like to mount the radiators higher, it is recommended to 3d print and install some feet to extend support towards the back.
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