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Product:
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Marvel Comics™ Laser Sculpted Custom Fan Grills |
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Price:
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80mm Fan Grills $39 (CAN) / $24 (U.S)
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Price:
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120mm Fan Grills $49 (CAN) / $31 (U.S)
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Supplied By:
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MysteryByte Computers
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Author:
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BigDaddy
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Date:
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September 10th, 2002
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MODTHEBOX would like to thank Rob from MysteryByte Computers
for sending the Marvel Comics™ Laser Sculpted Custom Fan Grills for review
Introduction:
Case modding started as an experiment in functionality; overclockers wanted to remove excess heat, so they cut holes
in the side of their cases and installed additional fans to keep things cooler. Today’s case modder may still be
looking at similar goals. The artistic side of case modding has taken on a life of its own, with some cases being
modified strictly for looks, with no additional performance benefits. Themed cases are becoming common ground in case
galleries all over the web, and at LAN parties worldwide. The battle for “one-upmanship” has some modders
looking for more diverse and unique ways to make their case stand out from everyone else. Today in the MTB Labs, we
take a look at a new product licensed by Marvel Comics™, with PCToys Laser Sculpted Custom Fan grills.
Specifications:
PCToys refers to these units as sculptures, as opposed to grills. They come in 80, 92 & 120mm models. The 1st edition
models include Punisher™ and Spiderman™ grills, and as of this writing, the 2nd edition Wolverine™ grills have become
available. These units are produced as a limited edition and are marketed as much as a collectors item as a modding
product. Here are some key specifications of the product:
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Marvel Comics™ Laser Sculpted Custom Fan Grills - Key Specifications:
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| Marvel Comics™ Laser Sculpted Custom Fan Grills : Manufactured by PCToys |
| Licensed, limited edition laser cut grills |
| Available in 80, 92 & 120mm models |
| Materials: Power coated steel, coloured Plexiglas |
| 12 releases in total, new models release bi-monthly |
| Functions as sculpture coaster art, blow hole grill art or cooler fan art |
| Round steel decorative nuts for case or coaster assembly |
| Stainless steel fan screws for case fan installation |
| Black spacers for case or coaster assembly |
| Special Features: Coloured Plexiglas hole gasket/drilling template |
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The units sent for review were the 1st edition Punisher™ and Spiderman™ 80 and 120mm fan grills. Each grill is encased
in formed plastic with a cardboard backing. A small bubble in the top right hand corner of the packaging holds all the
necessary hardware.
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The rear of the package provides the installation instructions, as well as some potential options for use of the product.
The suggested uses are as a coaster, a cooler grill or a case fan grill. Included in the packaging is the fan grill
itself, a Plexiglas hole gasket, four Allen-head screws, four plastic standoffs, four fan-mount screws, four decorative
nuts, and a Marvel Comics™ dog tag. The four Allen-head screws and nuts can be used to make the grill a decorative
coaster. As well, if you wish to mount the grill on a case by installing it directly on a panel, the nuts act as a
secure backing for the grill. A translucent Plexiglas hole gasket can double as a drilling template for fan screws and
case holes, and matches the theme of the grill (the Spidey gasket is blue, while the Punisher™ gasket is black).
Standard screws and standoffs allow for the majority of installations, a case fan install with a hole gasket and spacers
to provide a little extra room for airflow.
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