English planning notes adapted from the owner-supplied “Trading Card Fixture Specifications V1.xlsx”. Suggested values remain subject to engineering, drawings and a representative sample.
15/18mm MDF or plywood are proposed starting points; 18mm is the initial main-body choice. Back panels 5–9mm and drawer bottoms 9–12mm require span and fixing checks. HPL worktops use an 18–25mm substrate. Specify finished thickness, edge sealing, material batch and finish sample.
Initial steel frame candidates are 25 × 25 or 30 × 30mm tubes with 1.2–1.5mm walls. Aluminum frame sections begin around 25–40mm. Decorative stainless trim of 0.8–1.2mm is not a structural frame. Veneer around 0.3–0.6mm and exposed 1–2mm edge banding are starting choices, subject to supplier documentation.
An 8mm tempered top and 6mm side/door panels are planning candidates, not proof of structural adequacy. Larger spans may require divided supports and a different glass specification. Review edge treatment, holes, door hardware and support geometry. Acrylic/PMMA is not glass. UV protection must refer to an identified material and supporting report.
Use the model-specific lighting proposal, with 4000K dimmable LEDs suggested for the standard sales counter. Confirm actual strip data, driver input/output, total power, dimmer compatibility, heat management and service access. A proposed CRI target is not a verified rating; destination-specific documents must match the supplied components.
The supplied reference lists a 3 × 4in top loader as 76.2 × 101.6mm externally. Trial clear slots may begin at 80–85mm width and 110–120mm height, but fit the actual sleeve before machining. A 35pt label describes card cavity thickness, not the external thickness of the holder.
Measure the holder manufacturer, generation, card type, outer thickness and raised edges. A 90–100mm clear width and 145–160mm clear height are initial sample-grid suggestions only. They do not guarantee fit for every PSA, BGS or CGC holder. Oversize and landscape formats need their own layout.
Measure the complete outer retail package, including blister, wrap, hanging hole and protrusions. Confirm box weight, facings and shelf depth separately. Calculate display capacity using an actual merchandise arrangement; cabinet outer size alone cannot determine card capacity. Separate displayed cards from drawer inventory.
Select lock/key arrangements, slide extension, hinges, feet or casters by configuration. Review loaded and unloaded stability, open drawers and wall anchoring. Packing requires separately measured package sizes, gross weights and numbered parts; do not use cabinet dimensions as packing dimensions.
Record overall and clear dimensions, shelves, holder samples, materials, glass, hardware, lighting, load tests, assembly, accessories and drawing revision. MOQ, lead time and warranty remain order-specific. The source workbook final-value column is blank: no proposed value should be labeled sample-verified until evidence exists.
All values below are development starting points, not verified finished-product ratings.
15/18mm; start with 18mm for main bodies. HPL, melamine or paint. Confirm density, sealed edges, finish brand and batch.
Source: Materials and Finishes A6:H615/18mm starting options. HPL, veneer or paint. Confirm timber, plies, moisture condition, edge sealing and core quality.
Source: Materials and Finishes A7:H718mm starting option with melamine. Review fasteners, edge sealing and wear resistance; reinforce repeatedly assembled joints.
Source: Materials and Finishes A8:H8Backs 5–9mm; drawer bottoms 9–12mm. Review span, load and fixings; thickness alone is not a load rating.
Source: Materials and Finishes A9:H918–25mm substrate; HPL thickness depends on brand. Confirm finished total thickness, texture, scratch requirement and color.
Source: Materials and Finishes A10:H10Primer and topcoat to the process sheet. Matte, semi-matte or gloss; confirm sample, sheen, color tolerance and full curing before packing.
Source: Materials and Finishes A11:H11Approximately 0.3–0.6mm veneer as a starting option. Confirm species, grain direction, joints and approved sample.
Source: Materials and Finishes A12:H121–2mm exposed edge banding. Match panel color; specify glue line and rounded, burr-free merchandise-contact edges.
Source: Materials and Finishes A13:H1325 × 25 / 30 × 30mm tube with 1.2–1.5mm wall as initial options. Confirm grade, welding, supports and structural suitability.
Source: Materials and Finishes A14:H14Approximately 25–40mm frame sections. Match glazing channels, tracks and seals; confirm section drawing and connectors.
Source: Materials and Finishes A15:H150.8–1.2mm decorative stainless sheet. Brushed, mirror or PVD options; decorative trim is not the load-bearing frame.
Source: Materials and Finishes A16:H168mm initial top; 8–10mm are candidates for larger spans. Confirm glazing drawing, support width, holes and edge work.
Source: Materials and Finishes A17:H176mm initial sides/doors; 6–8mm candidates for large panels. Confirm door gaps, locks, holes and tracks.
Source: Materials and Finishes A18:H186–8mm initial shelves. Confirm clear span, support points and distributed-load testing before assigning a capacity.
Source: Materials and Finishes A19:H19Match structural thickness. Low-iron glass improves visual clarity; it does not establish UV protection.
Source: Materials and Finishes A20:H203–5mm initial card stands; cover thickness depends on panel size. Review polished edges, bonding, scratching and deflection.
Source: Materials and Finishes A21:H21Specify glazing or film model separately. UV wavelength range, test method, report and service life require evidence; ordinary glass/PMMA is not assumed UV-filtering.
Source: Materials and Finishes A22:H223–5mm PMMA or lined panel trays. Use smooth edges and actual holder samples; confirm groove width/depth and handling clearance.
Source: Materials and Finishes A23:H23Thin felt, microfiber or an approved inert pad. No bare-card contact or unsupported archival-grade claim; confirm dyes, odor and adhesive.
Source: Materials and Finishes A24:H2415–30° from horizontal as an initial tray angle. Check reflections, obscured rear rows, row pitch and retaining-lip height.
Source: Materials and Finishes A25:H254000K preferred; 3000/5000K options. Keep a consistent white light on card faces; colored light is for atmosphere. Confirm LED model/batch.
Source: Materials and Finishes A26:H26Ra ≥90 is a proposed purchasing target, not verified performance. Check strip documentation and sample illumination.
Source: Materials and Finishes A27:H27Approximately 4.8–9.6W/m initial strip options. Use aluminum heat dissipation and diffuser; calculate length, total load and temperature rise.
Source: Materials and Finishes A28:H28DC24V is a candidate output; input follows destination. Confirm voltage, frequency, plug, dimming and manufacturer load headroom.
Source: Materials and Finishes A29:H29Switch with optional dimmer/timer. Confirm protocol, accessible controls and heat test; control brightness and exposure duration.
Source: Materials and Finishes A30:H30Sliding/hinged showcase lock to door type. Optional keyed-alike or independent keys. A lock is not a certified burglary rating.
Source: Materials and Finishes A31:H31350–550mm candidate slide lengths; optional full extension and soft-close. Confirm loaded drawer width, clearance and cycling test.
Source: Materials and Finishes A32:H32Approximately 95–110° candidate opening. Door thickness and weight determine quantity/model; confirm mounting and collisions.
Source: Materials and Finishes A33:H3380–120mm initial recessed plinth. Confirm total-height convention, leveling travel, floor and per-foot rated load.
Source: Materials and Finishes A34:H3450–75mm candidate caster diameter with brakes. Select by total mass, floor and operation; review plate and rolling test.
Source: Materials and Finishes A35:H35Steel brackets or connectors to a suitable substrate. Engineer attachment for tall, shallow-wall and multi-drawer units; test empty/loaded stability.
Source: Materials and Finishes A36:H36Corner guards, cushioning and carton/crate. Separate glass and secure shelves. Confirm numbered package dimensions and gross weights.
Source: Materials and Finishes A37:H37Use actual loaded count. Record holder model, rows, tiers and handling checks. Keep display capacity separate from drawer inventory.
Source: Materials and Finishes A38:H38Verify panel, glass and electrical documents separately for destination and scope. Component grades do not establish whole-cabinet certification.
Source: Materials and Finishes A39:H39Fit the actual merchandise before machining slots or fixing shelf spacing. Source: supplied workbook, Card and Holder Fit, rows 6–15.
63.5 × 88.9mm is the card size supported by the referenced Ultra PRO product, not a universal size for every TCG. Choose the protective sleeve before defining a display slot.
The source gives an outer width and height of 76.2 × 101.6mm. Trial a clear width of 80–85mm and height of 110–120mm using the actual holder. Measure its outer thickness; 35pt describes card cavity thickness.
Measure the complete sleeve combination. Record the brand, model and single- or double-sleeve arrangement; fit the outermost sleeve.
Specify the exact 35pt, 55pt, 100pt or other model. Measure the exterior and allow retrieval clearance. The point rating does not state the outer holder thickness.
Measure the grading company, holder generation, card format, external thickness and raised edge. Initial trial cells may be 90–100mm wide and 145–160mm high; verify each actual holder.
Use independently sized wide slots or compartments. Record the full outer envelope and finger clearance rather than assuming the standard slab grid will fit.
Lay out a separate landscape row using the rotated holder dimensions. Recalculate cards per row using its new displayed width.
Measure the complete retail package. Record hanging-hole location, center of gravity and stocked row depth. Loose booster pack measurements do not describe blister packaging.
Measure the shrink-wrapped exterior, box weight and planned boxes per shelf. Allow vertical and front retrieval space.
Measure closed exterior dimensions and opening movement. Upright storage may need retaining edges; flat storage needs retrieval room. Advertised card capacity is not the package size.
The supplied final-value column is blank. Populate these fields from the agreed drawings, component records and tests.