Our flight case factory is here to help you keep all your instruments safe and sound! Cable trunks, microphone cases, amplifier covers, hardware racks, with or without foam, with lockable or butterfly latches… EVERYTHING is customizable, including the color.
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Which material is best for a flight case?
That depends on what you’re planning to use it for. The material and its thickness should be chosen according to your needs.
For heavy-duty transport or particularly heavy equipment, 9mm plywood panels and medium to large ball corners are better suited to the job.
Thicker panels are stronger and better able to withstand the bumps and knocks of transport and handling. On the other hand, if you’re mainly storing your gear at home or transporting it in your own vehicle, you’ll probably prefer a lightweight flight case that’s easy to lift and move around.
Flight case panels: Poly/Plywood or Honeycomb Plastic
1. Plywood
Plywood consists of several layers of wood glued together, with the grain running in alternating directions.
- Extremely strong and rigid, ideal for protecting heavy equipment.
- Good resistance to impacts and deformation.
- Provides secure mounting for screws, handles, and latches.
- Relatively heavy.
- Often coated with a black phenolic film for flight cases.
2. Polypropylene/Honeycomb Plastic
Much lighter than plywood of a comparable thickness, depending on its construction.
- Moisture-resistant.
- Won’t rot.
- Can be slightly more flexible than wood.
- Impact resistance and the strength of mounting points depend on the panel’s structure.
In short, here are the available options and the key things to keep in mind:
| More affordable and lighter | Stronger and heavier |
| Honeycomb plastic | Plywood |
| Aluminum reinforcements | Galvanized steel reinforcements |
| Suitcase handle | Recessed handle |
| Without casters | With casters |
| x | Trolley function |
| Toggle latch | Butterfly latch |
Case Factory: Your Made-to-Measure Custom Case
All Custom Cases are handcrafted in Germany to your exact specifications. They come with a 3-year warranty, giving you plenty of time to put their durability to the test.
As you explore Case Factory, you’ll get recommendations on the ideal panel thickness, material, and even latch types based on how you plan to use your case. Start by choosing between a suitcase, trunk, amplifier cover, rack, or keyboard flight case, then simply follow the guide!
No surprises: Prices are displayed instantly
As you configure your flight case in Case Factory, the displayed price updates in real time based on the options you select. No hidden surprises, and you’re free to try out all the available options to find the perfect combination for your budget.
Fast Production
Got a gig coming up in a month? No problem! Once you’ve placed your order, your flight case will generally take just 1 to 2 weeks to manufacture. You’ll then receive an email when it ships, and you can track your brand-new case’s journey directly on the carrier’s website.
What if we already have the perfect flight case for you in stock?
We already have a huge selection of flight cases in stock for all kinds of instruments, so take a look!
Because your gear deserves the best…
Take a look at all the options Case Factory has to offer! Got a question? Our team is here to help:
- 📧 E-mail: thonmann@thomann.de
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