ArcadeCab

Original Cabinet Plans

Introduction

Original ArcadeCab MAME cabinet plans, updated for easier reading on modern computers, tablets and phones. The construction instructions and photos remain from the original build.

Cabinet plan contents
IntroductionWhy build a cabinet?CostToolsMaterialsGame DayStartingCutting the sidesBuilding the BaseAttaching Base/ShelfStand It UpBack BeamsLedger BoardsAdd BackThe Monitor ShelfCastersPatching and SandingPriming and PaintingT-MoldingDrawer ConstructionInstalling the DoorDoor LockWiring Coin DoorSpeaker AreaMarqueeMonitor BezelAppendixList of BoardsCabinet DimensionsOriginal DesignOriginal PlansMAME
 

The plans are arranged in the same sequence I used to build the cabinet. Each section includes photos of the work in progress, and many of the smaller photos can be opened to see the original full-size image and its details. 

You can follow the plans from beginning to end or use the Cabinet Plan Contents menu to jump directly to a particular part of the build. A printable PDF version of the complete plans is also available.

Feel free to explore, and I hope something here helps with your own cabinet project.

 

Project archive: These pages document the original ArcadeCab cabinet build from 2003. The construction process, tools, materials, hardware and software references are preserved largely in their original context. They are not intended to represent current product recommendations.

Note- There is now a second set of free Mame cabinet plans.  These plans include a custom controller.  Please feel free to check them out as well the ones you are now in.  You can find them either from the main ArcadeCab pages or directly.  Or click on the picture below.

 

 

 

 

The completed cabinet.The cabinet with both the marquee and coin door lit.Side view.Another pic.