Wanted UK: Small Carry Case - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: urbis
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 07:29:31 am
content: Hello,Looking for a small carry case (rigid) of some description for use with some car diagnostic equipment.Needs to be around the size of an A4 ream of paper, preferably with foam inserts!Alternatively, anyone know a decent source?Cheers!

author: ez24
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 07:35:03 am
content: WTD Want To Die ??Sorry to hear this. Is the case for ashes?

author: urbis
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 07:36:43 am
content: Afraid so.

author: picandmix
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 08:16:34 am
content: Try looking on ebay under 'plastic tool box' or in your local diy stores like Wilkinsons who have a selection of small plastic tool boxeshttp://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-Jumbo-Plastic-Power-Tool-Storage-Case-Mobile-Carry-Box-With-Multiple-Uses-/331540429092?hash=item4d31597924http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-Plastic-Power-Tool-Storage-Case-Box-With-Or-Without-Parts-Organiser-/331534773168

author: Flump
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 08:40:36 am
content: Quote from: ez24 on September 15, 2015, 07:35:03 amIn a For Sale / Wanted forum WTD in the title is an abbreviation for Wanted,the same as FS is an abreviation for For Sale.Yes I know you were joking but I am bored and felt like posting somethingHello Urbis

author: urbis
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 08:41:37 am
content: Hello Flump... how you doing mate?

author: rt
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 08:51:49 am
content: Hi Urbis,http://peliproducts.co.uk? Expensive but fairly bomb proof if that's needed.rt

author: bookaboo
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 09:28:17 am
content: When you get your case this is the foam you want:http://www.toolovation.co.uk/category_s/99.htmWe've tried every material for tool cases and storage you can imagine, this beats them all hands down. Again its expensive but well worth it.

author: ModemHead
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 12:06:00 pm
content: Try looking for pistol cases.

author: urbis
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 01:03:58 pm
content: Good shout, thanks.

author: Monkeh
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 01:08:55 pm
content: Quote from: ModemHead on September 15, 2015, 12:06:00 pmIt's always fun walking down the street holding a case which says 'Glock' on the side.

author: urbis
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 01:09:42 pm
content: Hahahaha.

author: urbis
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 01:43:39 pm
content: Gone for this, should do the job nicely...http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00EL8R5WS?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00

author: ez24
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 06:50:32 pm
content: Quote from: urbis on September 15, 2015, 01:43:39 pmNice case - maybe you could export them to the US check our pricehttp://www.amazon.com/Pistol-Airsoft-Hard-Plastic-Lined/dp/B00EL8R5WS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1442342544&sr=8-1&keywords=12%22+BB+Gun+Pistol+Airsoft+Hard+Plastic+Case+Foam+LinedI wonder why 5x more expensive? My guess we have more guns so more demand?(ps sorry about the WTD, I just had WTB in my head)

author: woodchips
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 15, 2015, 06:58:51 pm
content: Have some ex-military test gear cases. Aluminium, about A4 but also about 8" deep. Have an internal flange for the old test gear. Stand on these, probably even jack the car up on them. They are outside and it is dark, photo tomorrow.

author: woodchips
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 16, 2015, 11:19:07 am
content: Photos.Weight just under 5kg.

author: SeanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 16, 2015, 07:41:07 pm
content: What did you do with the MANPAD that was in there originally?

author: TheBay
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 17, 2015, 01:03:08 pm
content: My Alientech Kess V2 came in a case just like that, did the job perfectly.Can't fault the price on that, may have to bear these cases in mind myself!Quote from: urbis on September 15, 2015, 01:43:39 pm

author: urbis
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 17, 2015, 01:07:46 pm
content: Picking it up tonight, I'll put some pics up if anyone's interested?

author: dkozel
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 17, 2015, 04:24:20 pm
content: Please do take some photos and give us your opinion on its structural soundness. Also interior measurements!? I could see ordering a few of those for my nicer RF bits.

author: urbis
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 18, 2015, 08:55:29 am
content: I'll put some pictures up this weekend, but currently I'm impressed!Proper hinges, rather than folded plastic which snaps through fatigue.Nice foam layers inside, although I used spray adhesive to stick the top piece in (fell out everytime otherwise).Really solid build quality, balanced right too, so the lid stays upright when open (doesn't tip back).

author: ez24
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 18, 2015, 07:37:05 pm
content: Quote from: urbis on September 18, 2015, 08:55:29 amMaybe you could sell them on ebay? I suggest stock up on them.

author: urbis
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: September 18, 2015, 08:16:37 pm
content: They seem to be £9.99 with free delivery on eBay, but I paid the extra £2 for next day delivery with Amazon.I used spray adhesive to stick the top foam in place, as it was loose but this is only a minor niggle!Apologies for the poor quality photos, but see below:

author: dkozel
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 19, 2015, 12:24:00 am
content: Thanks for the photos! Could I beg the interior square dimensions (not counting the area blocked by the handle) and an estimate of how deep an object could reasonably be? My first goal is a case for a Signal Hound BB60A (219mm x 81mm x 30mm) with a USB3 cable and DC block.An Amazon reviewer said it's "295 long x 195 (hinge to catch) or 155(hinge to handle) x sort of 60" wish sounds plenty roomy.Thanks!