Do Case Windows Increase Noise?

[mordrid52]

Does the window let out more noise than a solid side panel? Thanks.

 

[Jeff7]

Electrical noise or audio noise? It probably would let out more electrical noise, as a window wouldn't have the shielding properties of steel/aluminum. For audio noise, I don't think that the difference would be big, but that's just an educated guess.

 

[Bluefront]

Well....some of those windows are loose fitting. They make more noise. Also without the window you can line the case with acoustic noise-reduction material.

 

[spanner]

umm, probably not by enough to matter. Especially if the window material is thick and stiff and is mounted properly.

 

[Zim Hosein]

mordrid52, in my experience I would say no; there wasn't any difference when I installed a window in my rig. I have to admit that the molding is extremely tight, it took me more time to install the molding that to cut out the hole w/ a jug saw! Hope this helps

 

[boyRacer]

it doesn't increase noise... but it does let you hear more of it.

 

[Jeff7]

Originally posted by: BoYRaCeR
it doesn't increase noise... but it does let you hear more of it.

I need a blunt, solid object. I promise I won't hurt you.

 

[Cherub]

I've found that in large cases windows can actually decrease vibrations, as they are mounted in a lot of rubber and break up large side panels that tend to flex and vibrate, creating noise. My very large case is slightly quieter.

 

[boyRacer]

Originally posted by: Jeff7

Originally posted by: BoYRaCeR
it doesn't increase noise... but it does let you hear more of it.

I need a blunt, solid object. I promise I won't hurt you.

i don't like promises... people have a habit of breaking them

 

[Smilin]

Originally posted by: BoYRaCeR

Originally posted by: Jeff7

Originally posted by: BoYRaCeR
it doesn't increase noise... but it does let you hear more of it.

I need a blunt, solid object. I promise I won't hurt you.

i don't like promises... people have a habit of breaking them

among other things.

I'd say it probably makes it quieter. The plexiglass is a bit more massive than aluminum and doesn't transmit hi freq vibration as well.

Mind you electronic noise goes through the roof! Don't face your plexiglass towards your monitor