FormD T1

FORMD T1 v2.1

FormD T1 is widely considered one of the best small for factor PC case for both versatility and compatibility, while still coming in at under just 10L in volume. The case provides satisfying build experience and multiple configurations, such as air cooling, AIO and custom liquid cooling.
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The FormD T1 is a modular Mini-ITX case under 10L in volume. FormD comes in two variants, reference and sandwich kit. Case pricing starts at US$195 for sandwich kit and is available in multiple colours.

SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL FormD T1 v2.1 (Sandwich Kit)
OVERVIEW T1 - Sandwich Kit allows for better graphics card compatibility & more build configurations vs. reference kit.
MATERIALS 1.5~15mm CNC Aluminium (anodised)
1~2mm Steel (powder coated)
DIMENSIONS 335×135×220mm (L×W×H)
VOLUME 9.95 Litres
CASE I/O Power Button, USB-C (USB-C cable sold separately)
MOTHERBOARD SUPPORT Mini-ITX, Deep-ITX
COOLER COMPATIBILITY 48mm max height with 3.25 slot GPU
53mm max height with 3 slot GPU
58mm max height with 2.75 slot GPU
63mm max height with 2.5 slot GPU
68mm max height with 2.25 slot GPU
73mm max height with 2 slot GPU
78mm max height with 1.75 slot GPU
83mm max height with 1.5 slot GPU
88mm max height with 1.25 slot GPU
93mm max height with 1 slot GPU
RISER CABLE PCIe 4.0 X16 (185mm)
GRAPHHICS CARD COMPATIBILITY GPUs no more than 140×325mm, 3.25-Slot thick. (graphics card thickness depends on CPU cooler clearance)
CASE FANS SUPPORTED Top: 2x 120mm
Side: 2x 120 / 140mm (based on components)
LIQUID COOLING SUPPORT

1x 120 / 240mm
2x 240mm (requires side radiator bracket, sold separately)
240mm + 280mm (requires side radiator bracket, sold separately)

Compatibility notes: dual radiator setups require a single slot GPU waterblock. Due to this limitation and build complexity, dual radiator builds are not recommended for inexperienced users.

POWER SUPPLY SUPPORT SFX / SFX-L (SFX-L not recommended with liquid cooling, custom cables are a must)
CASE REVISIONS - Two extra screw holes were added for v2.1 side fan + radiator bracket brace. This feature was added for dual radiator builds where the second radiator is mounted to the GPU side.
- The power supply bracket mounting holes on this bar are now threaded. This allows the SFX bracket to install more securely.
- The rear panel M19 holes are no longer threaded.
- The GPU lock bars from v2.0 have been replaced with GPU lock brackets. These brackets allow for better GPU DisplayPort, HDMI clearance.

BUILD #1

We've updated some of the hardware to the most recent available.
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    MOTHERBOARD

    Rog Strix B650E-I Gaming WiFi

    PAID LINK

    CPU

    Ryzen 7 7800X3D

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    GPU

    RTX 4080 Super FE

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    RAM

    32GB Gskill S5 DDR5, 6000MHz, CL30

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    COOLER

    AXP90 X47 FC + NF-A9x14

    PAID LINK

    PSU

    Corsair SF1000 2024

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    STORAGE

    1TB + 2TB NVME

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    FANS

    2x NF-A12x25

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    BUILD #2

    We've updated some of the hardware to the most recent available.
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      MOTHERBOARD

      Rog Strix B650E-I Gaming WiFi

      PAID LINK

      CPU

      Ryzen 7 7800X3D

      PAID LINK

      GPU

      RTX 4080 Super FE

      PAID LINK

      RAM

      32GB Gskill S5 DDR5, 6000MHz, CL30

      PAID LINK

      COOLER

      CoolerMaster Atmos 240

      PAID LINK

      PSU

      Corsair SF1000 2024

      PAID LINK

      STORAGE

      1TB + 2TB NVME

      PAID LINK

      FANS

      NF-A12x25 + NF-A12x15

      PAID LINK

      BUILD #3

      We've adjusted some of the hardware to the most recent available.
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        MOTHERBOARD

        Rog Strix B650E-I Gaming WiFi

        PAID LINK

        CPU

        Ryzen 7 7800X3D

        PAID LINK

        GPU

        RTX 4080 Super FE

        PAID LINK

        RAM

        32GB Gskill S5 DDR5, 6000MHz, CL30

        PAID LINK

        COOLER

        Modultra LOBO + EK DDC 4.2

        MODULTRA STORE

        PSU

        Corsair SF1000 2024

        PAID LINK

        STORAGE

        1TB + 2TB NVME

        PAID LINK

        FANS

        2x NF-A12x25

        PAID LINK

        RADIATORS

        Alphacool 240 ST20 HPE

        ALPHACOOL STORE

        FITTINGS

        - 4x FESTO NPQH-L-G14-Q8-P10,
        - 2x FESTO NPQH-DK-G14-Q8-P10,
        - 2x Alphacool 20mm Extention Fittings
        - 2x Alphacool Eiszapfen QDC kits
        - 2x Barrow 1.5mm Mini Spacer
        - 1M FESTO PUN-H-8X1,25-SW (197392)

        The DDC pump was set to 1800RPM as these have a tendency to produce a high-pitched whine at higher RPM’s. The pump is powered and controlled by an Aquacomputer Quadro. Radiator fans were set to fixed/max speed of 50%. We installed two DIY power buttons + FormD case handle at the rear and USB-C at the front of the case.

        FINAL THOUGHTS

        The FormD T1 will go down in history as one of the most popular and well loved Mini ITX cases...

        COMMENTS