DIY PC Case - Built with a CNC

Build your own DIY small form factor (SFF) computer case for your Mini ITX PC! The frame is a combination of wood, acrylic glass, and aluminum. It includes two case fans and provides room for a full size 2.5 slot graphics card and an SFX power supply.
The case was built with my DIY CNC machine. The cutting parameters used to machine the aluminum, acrylic, and wood are shown in the video.
Download Project Plans: bootec.webstarts.com/store
If you like my projects you can support me on Patreon and get free access to the plans of my builds: / bootec
Parts used for the build:
- Front I/O: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- Button with LED ring: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- Motherboard cables: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- 8x2mm Magnets: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- 8x4mm Magnets: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- Power extension cable: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- Motherboard standoffs: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- SATA cable short: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- 1-flute end mills: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- 2-flute carbide end mills: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- 4-flute carbide end mills: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- Collet adapter: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
- 8mm Wood screws: alitems.com/g/1e8d1144942ab6f...
Computer parts:
- Motherboard: MSI B450I Gaming Plus AC
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- RAM: Corsair Vengeance DDR4, 2x8GB, 3200MHz
- GPU: Gigabyte Radeon RX 5700
- PSU: Corsair SF600
- NVMe M.2: Samsung 970 EVO Plus - 500GB
- SSD: Samsung 860 EVO Basic, 1TB
- Fans: be quiet! Silent Wings 3 PWM, 140mm
- Fans: be quiet! Pure Wings 2 PWM, 92mm
Thanks for watching, leave a comment or question and see you for the next project!
Roman - BooTec | Naturally Engineered

[@arnaud7671]

This case is absolutely gorgeous, and I love that you share the building process with us. It's really inspiring, although a little bit frustrating given how good you are at this. Remarkable craftsmanship.

[@am_9944]

this is an amazing case you should start your own sff company

[@andreirac6201]

This is the most precise work from all videos I've seen in terms of DIY PC cases. Great job!

[@BooTec]

Thank you very much Andrei!

[@simmensg]

@@BooTec one cant say that often enough. just perfect! congrats on that build quality. and thanks for letting everybody have an insight on your remarkable work!

[@akurenda1985]

This is the most utilitarian and gorgeous case I've ever seen. You fixed airflow issues, kept structural integrity, didn't forget about people who still have data to store and kept it minimalist. I love it. I don't have a CNC machine, but I would buy this in a heartbeat.

[@Minefoxi]

I really comment very rarely on KZbin, but that is a piece of art! I designed and built a lasercut wooden ITX case myself ("REAL CUBE") and have plans for the next one already so I really had flashbacks watching this. The most interesting part for me was the selfmade plywood, I wouldn't have thought it'd be so straight forward to work with that. Also great job on your DIY CNC, I loved the clean layout and cable management!

[@BooTec]

Thank you for the kind words Minefoxi and good luck with your next build!

[@Bylga]

Wow 🤯

[@joserosa5342]

This is what i was looking for, an example of PC case construction. I want to build my own, like a NZXT H1 look.

[@TheRitualChannel]

What a gift for dad! You must make him very proud. Great work.

[@matej7501]

Gorgeous. You should produce these. I have no doubt these would sell like coupe cakes. I d prefer this to Ncase and i love the M1.

[@jonathanellis6097]

Defo, it this design could be mass produced, I bet it would sell very well.

[@nameinvalid69]

the magnet design idea is neat 👍

[@hotelbravoglider]

Die Qualität der Arbeit lässt es vermuten, der sympathische Dialekt bestätigt es: Swiss quality work! 👍

[@kayeos]

I stumbled across this video searching for design ideas to 3D print an SFF case for a future project, when I downsize my first PC build. This is beautiful and you have elevated it to an art form. Kudos to you and like so many others, I encourage you to take your ideas/designs to manufacturers. There is a strong market out there for functional SFF cases that do not break the bank!

[@lijkenkist1]

I am totally blown away. Apart from the fact that you are one hell of a craftsman, the little details like the sunk in magnets to stop the sides from sliding is genius. You have definitely got a new subscriber

[@BooTec]

Thank you very much!

[@ByGraceThroughFaith777]

When Floki goes from boats to PC cases this happens. Bravo my friend!

[@blackmennewstyle]

It's definitely why i want to afford a CNC machine in order to unleash my creativity and talent like you did on that video

[@thatinvincibleguyyt]

Bro I needed a case like this for the past 5 months

[@user-xj9so3gi2r]

So sharp work. Not looks so for the first sight. Outstanding!

[@BooTec]

Thank you!

[@GreenSaw]

good job, thanks.

[@tanebadi]

id totally buy it tbh, very professional and better looking than almost all mainstream cases

[@dumitruistrati4076]

All the risks were calculated. Great job my friend 👍🏻

[@GhostlyWatcher23]

Epic

[@NezD]

“I didn’t have a CNC machine to build with so I built one”

[@ccricers]

Nice intro. Right off the bat you state the case volume and general cooling parts it's compatible with. I really like this metal-wood combination of parts that you used.

[@lorancehack4876]

Oh my god. The level of detail is just too much for me! Thank you so much. I'm sure your pops was super happy.

[@DellConnect1]

This is an amazing work of art. Thanks for sharing!

[@jaistanley]

That is an absolutely beautiful case; and my favourite thing of all: amazing DIY work that used DIY tools! Awesome work!

[@EnvyIniquitous]

Super cool your quality shines through.

[@spaceengineersmods]

This is soo cool. U done a great job

[@Rishi2121fly]

Designing the PSU to be mounted with the cables facing behind the motherboard tray is so smart.. Wish more case designers did this

[@ivoesteves4814]

The case itself looks really gorgeous, and its so satisfying to watch the machine doing the cuts.

[@solidusseal]

This channel needs more videos! Are you still there BooTec ?

[@aaronj.edelman916]

Fantastic video quality. Happ holidays!!

[@djallalsahli2914]

great work! it's a perfect case that we can imagine, for this configuration we have toreplace the back fan with a slim one 120mm & make a bigger ventirad for more performance, the GPU is perfectly cooled ! so thank you for sharing this DIY video!

[@allanchalmers9359]

Beautiful piece of work. technically brilliant! Best part for me is that it was made as a gift. Very special gift for your father. Could you do a quick follow up video on the Journey of the design from Fusion through to the machine? Code generations tool paths and then sending the ode to the machine, practical tips? Cheers Allan

[@Alexandre-yb5cn]

This case is so neat! Really impressive job! Well done!

[@securityranger773]

Excellent work! The internal layout is well thought out. The only addition I might add would be to apply a mesh front opening to improve air flow as well as a section at the top for 120mm fan. I’ll be looking forward to getting these plans. However, I’d first like to get the upcoming plans on your CNC build. Will keep checking in.

[@BooTec]

Thank you Gary. The airflow seems to be pretty good and I'll compare it against my other cases for reference. The CNC plans are in the works :)

[@damieng.1042]

This case is gorgeous ! Awesome work ;)

[@danisamsagaz3640]

Thank you so much for sharing this with all of us! Also, for encouraging those of us who do not have all the tools, there is always another way around :)

[@knightsljx]

not sure what I am more impressed with, the PC case, or the fact your built your own CNC machine with a router

[@Elia__M]

Awesome job! Such an amazing quality for a diy case, really impressive!

[@familydahl4103]

I love wood and woodworking and this has got to be the best case showing off wood but also in way that makes sense as a SFF case. Tremendous job sir and thank you for sharing with us. 👍👍

[@kekkekovich318]

Пожалуй одно из лучших исполнений корпусов, которые я когда либо видел. Супер!

[@maou5735]

I'm perfectionist, the beauty in order is very pleasing for me. This is... well i can only imagine your satisfaction after building it. Great work.

[@bayiliriggpeaceandlove4741]

Unbelievable with one word. Thank you very much for sharing the plans publicly too. You are great :)

[@travisknutti9331]

I never comment on videos, but I've built multiple cnc routers, and I have to say well done. As for this pc case build, it is outstanding, your design skills and attention to detail are exacting. I appreciated all the detail and effort you put into this. I would put this project on par with the type of craftsmanship that we see coming from people like Chris from Clickspring. Keep up the good work, and looking forward to your next project.

[@omonimname6667]

By far, the best custom care and video i have ever seen. Congratulations!

[@BrakkoJanus]

Ridiculously good looking and clean build! Really well done from design to end product.

[@OscarAndres_214]

my favourite part was when you showed you and your dad with the pc.

[@wadoryujh]

Stunning, what a beautiful bit of kit.

[@speedy83]

This is fantastic, and the build looks very clean. Your dad is a lucky man!

[@levidegruchy7964]

InWin needs to hire you bro. Your case looks better than their A1.

[@cstephan7]

Splendid! I highly recommend that you come up with a solution to attach an easy-to-clean dust filter for that 140mm intake fan. Please let us know when you do :)

[@SuperFredAZ]

Very nice! A true "labor of love"

[@fsmith7648]

Beautiful, you are a true craftsman, your CNC is one of the best DIY I've seen and I hope to make it my next project with the addition of a vacuum port ;-)

[@mariobopsic611]

hy, it looks very nice, design from 70's I LIKE it

[@Thejayfrancis]

Great video, and all done for a great purpose! I'm sure your dad loves it! Beautiful work.

[@Glorious_Yell0w]

Amazing build! Just amazing.

[@l333ch0r]

Damn, thats an amazing work. its nearly art. I recommend a dust grille against the dust to protect the inside on the big openings.

[@jamienoonan1186]

Awesome case. I'm very impressed!

[@cameronross4559]

That is a beautiful case and a fantastic job in designing and executing your vision!

[@chanttriste2701]

Really good job man a lot of patience, passion and work for a superb result... Many thank to shared it.

[@Nymo021]

Great video and even better case :) recently I did one too but it's much simpler and more like cube

[@antaresky86]

Beautiful work! I hope you are going to post other works too, beacuse it's a pleasure to watch these well done jobs!

[@DuanDao]

What a work of art. I love the mixing of metal and wood

[@nauxsi]

Beautiful work.

[@LIUXIN]

wow, this is epic. Thanks for sharing.

[@nagaboi252691]

Amazing work!

[@shaikyaseen3484]

Great work with both the CNC and the video production!

[@NIKONOVICH1990]

Very clean and beautiful case! Well done!

[@spacecy]

Excellent case. Great job!!

[@kristian83is]

Excellent engineering and realization.

[@allpro7cf257]

Wow! You did an excellent job! The quality is top notch! I wish I can build a diy case with this kind of precision. Building your own CNC machine is already overwhelming and difficult...

[@eshrug]

Super cool ! Awesome craftsmanship!

[@binjozoken6055]

Excellent video. Thanks.

[@bradenwilson]

New favourite channel! Love this build and love the CNC! Keen to see more!

[@S7tronic]

Fantastic workmanship, beautiful material finish, well done. This is another great reason to build a CNC-I would love one in walnut veneer with a satin silver finish on the aluminum :)

[@hugorodriguez8422]

Outstanding!! congrats

[@F1fanatic21]

Beautiful build and what a great gift for your father!

[@bot-bot]

Beautiful!

[@christopherseistrup8493]

Next Level craftsmanship. I am definitely inspired!

[@ajaykannan1408]

Woww is not the word!! Your videos are exceptionally good and is a visual treat to DIY'ers like me. Keep up the good work buddy :)

[@BooTec]

Thank you very much for the encouraging words, Ajay. Great to hear that you like the project.

[@williamrojas4794]

Excelente trabajo, Felicitaciones.. La cnc tambien esta excelente!!!

[@BooTec]

Many thanks William

[@ZaanQa]

You Sir are a Precision Craftman!!!! Bravo .

[@martinbucek3603]

Great work

[@funkynova5487]

Awesome work!

[@krishnakanth6662]

Awesome job man. shows your passion and dedication... keep it up...

[@Fitchew_]

Very nice work!

[@adrogan3]

Really beautiful case. Love the inside ergonomics. Exquisite Aesthetics. Elegant design. Love the magnet retention system. Maybe you could consider some sort of webbed mesh at the front and at the bottom for filtering dust. Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful. Love it.

[@MINECRAFTandSEB]

this dude built his own cnc

[@karipenttila2655]

That was a cool project. Nice!

[@r.jwilliams3173]

great work man ,loving it

[@csubel2092]

This is amazing dude. 💯

[@TesserLink]

Wow it's beautiful. You deserve more subs with this level of quality.

[@negromario]

beautiful work

[@sergiosalgado6310]

Awesome, congrats!!!!!!

[@sollraf6224]

I cant even begin to imagine, how much I have to learn to get to this point.

[@dengodesign9511]

Nice built!

[@Amritium]

This is fantastic. I love it.

[@aytviewer2421]

Outstanding!

[@RayzerChick]

Beautiful case and work. I love how you included the photo of you and your father at the end.