Posted December 2, 201014 yr Ok guys, Who wants to be first and jump in on some sketchs/layouts for me? :-)Ok here we go, I have a Fi SSD 15 on the way with a sundown 1200d But no box to put it in. So here I am, I need some help with a box layoutThe dimensions I have to work with are 29" wide X 31" deep X 18" Tall. If possible I think a Face up Back port would be the best for my car, But if im wrong please let me know. Thanks in advance ~Tyler
December 3, 201014 yr http://www.dldesignz.com/services.htmlHis name is Dustin and he's great at what he does.
December 3, 201014 yr Author http://www.dldesignz.com/services.htmlHis name is Dustin and he's great at what he does.I wasn't really thinking that I would need to purchase the design. Thought maybe one of you here on the site could help me :-)
December 3, 201014 yr http://www.dldesignz.com/services.htmlHis name is Dustin and he's great at what he does.I wasn't really thinking that I would need to purchase the design. Thought maybe one of you here on the site could help me :-)Sorry, but people usually don't give out custom box designs for free.
December 3, 201014 yr Bummer :-( lol I'm pretty much broke right now.Then you better start learning Crash course, You can use this calculator for determining enclosure volume: http://www.the12volt.com/caraudio/boxcalcs.asp#recThen you can use http://www.the12volt.com/caraudio/boxcalcs.asp#porsq for determining your ports width height and length. (Make sure your port area is sufficient or you'll end up with port noise. general rule is 12-16square inches of port area per foot. Not saying the rule is perfect, just a guideline you can follow.)Then your gonna want to subtract your subwoofer's displacement, port displacement, and any bracing displacement. Now you'll have your net volume.So build a box so your net volume falls in between the manufacturers suggestion.Then start cutting pieces?
December 3, 201014 yr Author Bummer :-( lol I'm pretty much broke right now.Then you better start learning Crash course, You can use this calculator for determining enclosure volume: http://www.the12volt.com/caraudio/boxcalcs.asp#recThen you can use http://www.the12volt.com/caraudio/boxcalcs.asp#porsq for determining your ports width height and length. (Make sure your port area is sufficient or you'll end up with port noise. general rule is 12-16square inches of port area per foot. Not saying the rule is perfect, just a guideline you can follow.)Then your gonna want to subtract your subwoofer's displacement, port displacement, and any bracing displacement. Now you'll have your net volume.So build a box so your net volume falls in between the manufacturers suggestion.Then start cutting pieces? Well seeing how this will be my first box, I wouldnt want to take any chances on doing something wrong. I was just hoping someone would offer some Sketch's/plans
December 3, 201014 yr There are free designs and cut sheets somewhere in the Fi sub forums. Take a look. But they are sub up port up.A design will cost you around $20.
December 3, 201014 yr Bummer, The box on Fi's Site is too big Not their fault, so don't bitch and moan. Either learn how to build an enclosure and do it yourself or pay someone else to do it.Whatever you get stuck at or confuses you, just ask....
December 3, 201014 yr Author not bitching or moaning.. just stating that they box specs from Fi's site would not work
December 4, 201014 yr Go 28" wide17" tall28" deepPort:4.5" wide15.5" tall41" longSub up port back.This config would put you at 3.9 cubes net, @ 31hz, 17.88 sq in of port per foot.My 15" SSD is tuned similarly and sounds GREAT. Kills the lows and the range is nice and flat.
December 4, 201014 yr Author Go 28" wide17" tall28" deepPort:4.5" wide15.5" tall41" longSub up port back.This config would put you at 3.9 cubes net, @ 31hz, 17.88 sq in of port per foot.My 15" SSD is tuned similarly and sounds GREAT. Kills the lows and the range is nice and flat.Thank you very much.. Now I can go buy my Wood! Edit : just to make sure since I'm not very smart on box tuning and this particular sub. 31hz will be safe? Edited December 4, 201014 yr by Thekid5678
December 4, 201014 yr Go 28" wide17" tall28" deepPort:4.5" wide15.5" tall41" longSub up port back.This config would put you at 3.9 cubes net, @ 31hz, 17.88 sq in of port per foot.My 15" SSD is tuned similarly and sounds GREAT. Kills the lows and the range is nice and flat.Thank you very much.. Now I can go buy my Wood! Edit : just to make sure since I'm not very smart on box tuning and this particular sub. 31hz will be safe?of course it is, just be sure to set your subsonic filter on the amp around 28-29hz good luck building the box man. don't get too frustrated as this is your first time and you're bound to run into some dilemmas.
December 4, 201014 yr got bored and figured this should help some Cuts:Top & Bottom - 28" x 28"Left side - 28" x 15.5"Right Side - 27.25" x 15.5"Back - 26.5" x 15.5"Front - 22.75" x 15.5"Port L1 - 22" x 15.5"Port L2 - 11.5" x 15.5"
December 4, 201014 yr Author got bored and figured this should help some Cuts:Top & Bottom - 28" x 28"Left side - 28" x 15.5"Right Side - 27.25" x 15.5"Back - 26.5" x 15.5"Front - 22.75" x 15.5"Port L1 - 22" x 15.5"Port L2 - 11.5" x 15.5" :thanx: :thanx:
December 5, 201014 yr Be sure to post up a build log with pics too! I'd love to see how it turns out.
December 5, 201014 yr Author Be sure to post up a build log with pics too! I'd love to see how it turns out.no problem.. Just gotta wait to buy the wood and get the sub and amp in.
December 5, 201014 yr Author the baffles or what ever those are in the box that are 3 47/64" are those just glued in or glued and screwed?
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