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Originally Posted by The Spark  Hmm... Would there be any downside to using a 1x1" (approximate) piece of wood as rails? |
None. Prefered actually as there is MUCH less chance of ground loops. Most star ground system's I've spec'd out have hardwood rack rails.
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Originally Posted by cassiopamusic that sounds interesting, i might think about doin that instead of ordering rails. but i don't know if theres any downsides. |
the only downside is if you use a soft wood like pine. Use hardrock maple and it will be stronger than the steel rails!!!! It's a pain to pre-drill the holes, but definately worth it when you start tracking down ground issues.
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Originally Posted by aussie_techie sure you can screw directly into wood but if you move units in and out the wood wont last. you also wont have the exact hight spacing of using rails but thats may be a good thing as you can leave the air gaps you want |
True. Leaving space is a good thing 3/16" between units helps with airflow and again, helps out with ground loops. Make yourself a couple 3/16" spacers and use them to template out the holes. MUCH prefered to metal rack rails IMO.