Velka 7 rev 3.0
Velka 7 rev 3.0
Overview
The Velka 7 offers an all-around improvement in hardware compatibility compared to the Velka 3 and 5 with a conservative size increase. Supports higher performing 48 mm CPU coolers, 290 mm graphics cards, and SFX PSUs at a mere 6.22 L volume- the smallest in its class.
The latest revision 3.0 features improved mechanical compatibility with internal display extensions, an optional stand for a direct GPU IO connection without extensions, dual 40 mm fan support, airflow improvements to all graphics cards including "flow-through" coolers, motherboard compatibility fixes, a more durable textured powdercoat, and full steel construction.
This case is ideal for those who need some additional performance headroom while keeping the backpackable form factor or are downsizing from a larger system. Made from thick steel panels to give each part and the complete build a solid feel.
- 6.22 L volume (5.97 L internal), 205 cm^2 footprint
- Mini ITX
- SFX(-L) power supply compatible
- 48 mm CPU cooler clearance
- 290 mm dual-slot graphics card compatible
- 53 mm memory clearance
Package contents: Case with power button, stand, screws and other hardware, adhesive rubber feet. Not included: PCIe riser cable, internal display extension cables.
Warranty: 5 years
Country of origin: China
Returns and warranty duration change announcement:
Starting August 17th, warranty on new orders is extended from 2 years to 5 years, and new condition returns are free within the US.
Cancellations and returns
- Orders may be cancelled or changed within 24 hours of order placement
- Free return shipping within the US
- No restocking fee for new condition returns; 20% restocking fee for used condition returns
| Dimensions | Weight | Volume |
| Without stand: 178 x 115 x 304 mm 7.0 x 4.5 x 12.0 in With stand: 178 x 115 x 348 mm 7.0 x 4.5 x 13.7 in |
Without stand: 1.8 kg 4.0 lb With stand: 2.1 kg 4.6 lb |
Without stand: 6.22 L With stand: 7.12 L |
| Footprint | Materials | I/O |
| 205 cm^2 31.7 in^2 |
1.0 - 2.0 mm powdercoated galvanized steel | Front: N/A Bottom: Graphics card (with stand). Top: Graphics card (without stand, flipped) Rear: Graphics card (with internal display cable extensions), motherboard |
| CPU cooler | Graphics card (LxWxH) | PCIe riser cable |
| 48 mm | 290 x 43 x 143 mm / 281 x 43 x 148 mm 2.0 PCI slots. 2-slot cards must not protrude past the PCIe bracket edge Cables require 16 mm+ |
Hole pitch: 108 mm 25+ cm single reverse / 28+ cm straight |
| Memory | Power supply | Storage |
| 53 mm | SFX; SFX-L | 1x 2.5” SSD 3x extra with <220 mm PCIe card |
| Motherboard | Handles | Case fans |
| Mini ITX (170 x 170 mm) | Hole pitch: 96 mm or 128 mm Screw diameter: 4 mm max |
2x 40 mm fans Mounting hardware not included |
| Internal display cable extensions | External display cables | Security |
| Hole pitch: 27 mm 35 mm female / 11 mm male connector clearance |
60 mm clearance with stand | K-slot (3 x 7 mm) |
Graphics card, display extension, and PCIe riser cable compatibility list
Revision history
Revision 3.0
- Textured powdercoat with improved scratch and fingerprint resistance
- Better rubber foot adhesion
- Full powdercoated galvanized steel construction
- Motherboard compatibility fixes
- Larger power button without LED
- Slightly fewer screws involved in assembly
- 5 mm optional side panel offset instead of 2/4 mm. Cleaner appearance when used
- Direct GPU IO connection with included stand. Compatible with straight and angled external cables protruding <60 mm from graphics card IO. Internal display extensions no longer required.
- Horizontal and vertical GPU shift: extra clearance and compatibility for internal display extensions
- Improved “pass-through” / "flow-through" cooling for certain graphics cards
- 2x 40 mm fan mounts
- Official SFX-L PSU support when dedicated 2.5” drive mount is not used
Revision 2.1
- introduced PCIe gen 4 cable option
Revision 2.0
- fewer visible exterior screws
- more secure graphics card and motherboard mount
- changed vent geometry to honeycomb pattern
- 1.5 mm aluminum and 1.0 mm steel replaced with 1.2 mm steel, 1.0 mm steel, and 5 mm aluminum
- fixed compatibility issues with motherboards with integrated IO shields
- fixed side panel gaps resulting from 2.5” drive installation and added support for drives thicker than 7 mm
- added option to offset side panels by 4 mm
- added Kensington lock slot
- illuminated power button with soldered wires
- moved all I/O to the rear
- 7 mm length and height clearance reduction for most graphics cards
- 3 mm height clearance increase for graphics cards 262 mm in length or under
- removed SFX-L power supply support (SFX is still compatible)
- only available in black color
Revision 1.1
- improved fit for SFX and SFX-L power supplies, CPU side panel, graphics cards
- 1 mm extra graphics card height clearance
- hard drive and graphics card support bracket material changed from steel to aluminum
- easier rear IO cable routing with hard drive bracket installed
- removed M3 thumbscrews
- more neutral gray color
Revision 1.0
- First release
