The Blu-ray Replacement Case Thread

[rdodolak]

Originally Posted by retrofuturist

I'd like some 12mm clear cases (single and multi disc), but am having trouble locating them in a sea of 14mm.

The Vortex eco-lite single disc seems to be the only one I can find: http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-50-VORTE...-/320873304968

I think this is similar to the one used for my Monster House 3D and Chronos Blu-rays. Are there other options that you guys know about?

That's pretty much it for now. The clear Viva Elites do exist but they're hard to come by.

That eBay seller is the same company as Casetopia. I usually check eBay and Casetopia to see which is cheaper at any given moment. Sometimes Casetopia is cheaper and sometimes eBay.

http://stores.casetopia.com/-strse-1...ray/Detail.bok

[Branden8791]

random question..as anyone ever attempted painting/spray painting there blu ray case to get it the color they want? lol

[retrofuturist]

Originally Posted by Branden8791

random question..as anyone ever attempted painting/spray painting there blu ray case to get it the color they want? lol

You'd have a tough time detaching and reattaching the clear plastic for the inserts. Unless you literally just want the top and bottom to be the color you want?

[Branden8791]

Originally Posted by retrofuturist

You'd have a tough time detaching and reattaching the clear plastic for the inserts. Unless you literally just want the top and bottom to be the color you want?

why not? the whole case just one solid color inside and out...not detaching anything

[Edword]

Originally Posted by Branden8791

why not? the whole case just one solid color inside and out...not detaching anything

He's talking about how would you paint the outside with the plastic still attached (that holds the artwork).

[Branden8791]

Originally Posted by Edword

He's talking about how would you paint the outside with the plastic still attached (that holds the artwork).

oh that part..hmm idk..take some thinkin...detaching it perhaps then re-gluing it to the case perhaps?..

[retrofuturist]

Originally Posted by Branden8791

oh that part..hmm idk..take some thinkin...detaching it perhaps then re-gluing it to the case perhaps?..

I don't think it detaches so easily without stretching. Even if you could detach and reattach the clear plastic, I think it'd be more trouble than it's worth compared to just buying a colored case.

[bd251]

Originally Posted by Branden8791

oh that part..hmm idk..take some thinkin...detaching it perhaps then re-gluing it to the case perhaps?..

Just use some packing tape or something so it would just peel off when you are done.

[Branden8791]

I'm going to have to experiment with this.. try using a blu and clear case to see which one has best results..and try to figure out way to get the plastic on/off

[chip75]

Originally Posted by bcdavis9958

Just use some packing tape or something so it would just peel off when you are done.

You'd just need to mask the clear bit off inside and out.

I doubt the finish would be very durable and it would be prone to shelf-wear but if you've got a few tins of spray paint and lacquer in the garage it might be a interesting way to spend five minutes.

[rickah88]

Originally Posted by Branden8791

oh that part..hmm idk..take some thinkin...detaching it perhaps then re-gluing it to the case perhaps?..

That's a pretty ambitious endeavor, that's for sure.
Your best bet might be to hang the case by it's clear jacket and use a ruler as a "painters edge" where the plastic meets the case. Probably better to use a brush, unless you have a nice air spray kit to restrict the "cone" of paint spray. Keep in mind it doesn't have to be perfect, as most of that area will be covered by the sleeve insert.
Best to practice on some of those horrible eco cases. At least they would, finally, be worth something.
Also if you need some eco cases, I've got dozens!

[retrofuturist]

Originally Posted by rdodolak

That's pretty much it for now. The clear Viva Elites do exist but they're hard to come by.

That eBay seller is the same company as Casetopia. I usually check eBay and Casetopia to see which is cheaper at any given moment. Sometimes Casetopia is cheaper and sometimes eBay.

http://stores.casetopia.com/-strse-1...ray/Detail.bok

Thanks for the confirmation. I was just hoping that somebody out there may have found something that I overlooked.

EDIT: Does anyone have experience with this case? http://www.amazon.com/Standard-Repla.../dp/B002GK3C3Y

Looks like it comes from here originally: https://www.squaredealonline.com/a.asp?s=YPF

[rdodolak]

Originally Posted by retrofuturist

Thanks for the confirmation. I was just hoping that somebody out there may have found something that I overlooked.

EDIT: Does anyone have experience with this case? http://www.amazon.com/Standard-Repla.../dp/B002GK3C3Y

Interesting find. Those appear to be generic cases and according to that picture are identical, although blue, to some on cases a few of the titles I have came in. The quality is ok and the spine is completely flat (no rounding of the corners) similar to the way the spines are for DVD cases.

[retrofuturist]

Originally Posted by rdodolak

Interesting find. Those appear to be generic cases and according to that picture are identical, although blue, to some on cases a few of the titles I have came in. The quality is ok and the spine is completely flat (no rounding of the corners) similar to the way the spines are for DVD cases.

Would you mind posting some closeups of your case? The official Square Deal pic is really low-res, and I'd like to see the shape of this case in better detail.

[Ray_Rogers]

Looking for a Viva Elite case which would hold 9 discs. Going to make a custom set for the first nine DC Animated Movie Universe Collection. Viva Elite because it's Warner Brothers and not Vortex which isn't. Or I was considering using a 9 disc DVD Amaray styled case instead.

[Edword]

Originally Posted by Ray_Rogers

Looking for a Viva Elite case which would hold 9 discs. Going to make a custom set for the first nine DC Animated Movie Universe Collection. Viva Elite because it's Warner Brothers and not Vortex which isn't. Or I was considering using a 9 disc DVD Amaray styled case instead.

Ebay

[Show spoiler]http://www.ebay.com/itm/VIVA-ELITE-Hold-9-Discs-Blu-Ray-replacement-case-2-Pack-9-Tray-Canada-and-USA-/171018714690?pt=US_Media_Cases_Storage&hash=item27 d1827e42

[vocalhouse]

Originally Posted by Ray_Rogers

Looking for a Viva Elite case which would hold 9 discs. Going to make a custom set for the first nine DC Animated Movie Universe Collection. Viva Elite because it's Warner Brothers and not Vortex which isn't. Or I was considering using a 9 disc DVD Amaray styled case instead.

Originally Posted by Edword

Ebay

[Show spoiler]http://www.ebay.com/itm/VIVA-ELITE-Hold-9-Discs-Blu-Ray-replacement-case-2-Pack-9-Tray-Canada-and-USA-/171018714690?pt=US_Media_Cases_Storage&hash=item27 d1827e42

You can also try their store direct:

[Show spoiler]http://megadiscstore.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=34_38&produ cts_id=346&zenid=q0sqjsb33c8dgefabfp1cvnap6

which will save you a few bucks. I just bought the 10-disc case 2-pack from them yesterday. I need shelf space so I'll put my individual James Bond/Star Trek/Harry Potter movies in the 10-disc cases.

[retrofuturist]

Originally Posted by retrofuturist

Thanks for the confirmation. I was just hoping that somebody out there may have found something that I overlooked.

EDIT: Does anyone have experience with this case? http://www.amazon.com/Standard-Repla.../dp/B002GK3C3Y

Looks like it comes from here originally: https://www.squaredealonline.com/a.asp?s=YPF

I went ahead and placed an order from 1 Stop Outlet at Amazon. I'll post pics when I receive the package in a couple days.

[MaskedRider]

Forgive me if this is in the wrong forum but I didn't see a packaging sub-forum.

Anyway, I recently bought a Blu-Ray 3D used and it should have been in a clear case (it's a Sony title) and I am looking for a clear BD case...

I found these

http://www.meritline.com/14mm-frosty...--p-45035.aspx

But, I'm not sure if this is what I want. What's throwing me off is the "frosty clear" part. Is that the same thing as a Blu-Ray 3D case or is barely see through?

[blu-ray_girl_fan]

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=80758