PSU and shielding?

[AznBruin03]

Hey guys,

Just wondering what would be the affects of removing part of a PSU enclosure(about the size of a 80mm fan)? Will this create interference or noise? (EM fields, etc.)

Thanks.

 

[sohcrates]

should be allright. there was a thread regarding this a couple days ago i think

consensus was that basically you should be more worried about zapping yourself then about EMI..so be careful

 

[CTho9305]

been doing it for a while (no casing at all)... no noticeable effects, and the FCC hasn't come knocking

 

[RustyNale]

I saw an article not too long ago where the guy removed the sheet metal casing from his psu and replaced it one made of metal "mesh". Talk about open air flow He claimed it dropped his case temps by 2 degrees.

 

[AznBruin03]

hm.. well i guess I can just give it a try.. and just stick it back on if I notice anything. Thanks guys.

Henry