I'm looking to get some ideas and info on people's controller setups. I've used the Masters boxes for the last couple of years and I know they are not 100% waterproof but it wasn't an issue for me as they were mostly in my garage. I opted to mount the controller on the lid for ease of access and the psu in the base, but I've had some issues with fixings. I've used silicone, old chopping boards, liquid nails and all vary in success, particularly on the hotter days. Ventilation is key I've found.
So I know I've seen some boxes which are works of art themselves with cable mangement and extra fans for ventilation etc. but I'm wondering what is better: having 1 central large box that houses all PSUs and controllers or multiple small boxes closer to elements that they drive? I'd love some of the finer details too like what size/types of screws/bolts etc used to mount boards? What do you mount the boards onto? What size of fan(s) to use per application?
Aaaaand GO!
So I know I've seen some boxes which are works of art themselves with cable mangement and extra fans for ventilation etc. but I'm wondering what is better: having 1 central large box that houses all PSUs and controllers or multiple small boxes closer to elements that they drive? I'd love some of the finer details too like what size/types of screws/bolts etc used to mount boards? What do you mount the boards onto? What size of fan(s) to use per application?
Aaaaand GO!