FRAME 4500X Side Intake Airflow Shroud

FRAME 4500X Side Intake Airflow Shroud

Part Description

These parts are designed to fill the gap between the side-intake fans and tmotherboard area of the Corsair Frame 4500x when using a 3 x 120mm side-intake fan configuration. 

Parts were develoved primarily to improve the appearance of the interior while also reducing potential airflow recirculation around the side-intake fan bank.

Fitment has been validated using the MSI MPG X870E EDGE TI WIFI motherboard. Compatibility with other motherboards may vary depending on heatsink, shroud, connector, and component geometry. If you test these parts with another motherboard, please let me know whether they fit so compatibitliy information can be expanded.

Materials

Additional Materials

• 6 x 3 mm neodymium disc magnets

• Optional: a small amount of adhesive if your printer tolerances do not provide a secure press fit.

Printing Considerations

PETG is recommended because the parts are installed inside a warm PC enclosure and benefit from better temperature resistance than PLA. Other materials may also work if they maintain dimensional stability at typical PC operating temperatures

These parts are designed to print with minimal support material.

If supports are required, consider blocking support generation inside the downward-facing magnet holes where possible.

After printing:

1. Remove all support material and debris from the magnet pockets.

2. Test-fit each printed part before final installation.

3. Press the magnets into place against a flat surface so they sit flush with the printed surface.

4. Confirm that every magnet is securely retained before installing the part in the case.

Print tolerances vary between machines and materials. If a magnet is not securely retained by the press fit, use an appropriate adhesive rather than installing the part wit a loose magnet.

Installation / Safety

Power down the computer and disconnect power before installing or removing these parts.

These parts are installed close to motherboard components. Do not allow loose magnets, tools, screws, or other conductive objects to contact the motherboard or other electronics. Verify that all magnets are fully seated and securely retained before powering the system back on.

These models are provided as a user-installed modification. Installation and use are at your own risk. Always verify adequate component clearance and airflow for your particular hardware configuration.

Tested Print Setup

These parts were validated in PETG using a Voron printer, 0.4 mm nozzle, and 0.20 mm layer height.

Magnet pockets are modeled at 6.3 mm diameter for nominal 6 x 3 mm magnets. On the tested printer/material combination this produces a secure press fit. Actual fit will vary with printer calibration, material shrinkage, extrusion width, and magnet tolerances. Test one magnet pocket before installing the complete set, and use adhesive if the fit is not secure.

Release Notes

V1.5 Release - 9/12/2026

• TopFan_TopEdge_V1.5.STL

• TopFan_LeftEdge_V1.5.STL

• MiddleFan_LeftEdge_V1.5.STL

• BottomFan_LeftEdge_V1.5.STL

V.16 Release - 9/24/2026

• TopFan_TopEdge_V1.6.STEP

• TopFan_LeftEdge_V1.6.STEP

• MiddleFan_LeftEdge_V1.6.STEP

• BottomFan_LeftEdge_V1.6.STEP