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Custom Graded Card Display Case

Custom Graded Card Display Case: separate standard interfaces from custom choices. Compare options, acceptance checks and project inputs.

Published
2026-09-09
Editorial check
2026-09-11
Reading time
5 minutes
Custom Graded Card Display Case — supplied store design reference
Supplied store-design reference from the current watermarked library; not a verified FOCUS installation.

Editorial buyer guidance. Read our authorship and sourcing policy.

DIRECT ANSWER

For custom graded card display case, start with the merchandise and floor plan, then list the dimensions or operating details that require a custom change. Record finish choices independently from structural changes. This lets the buyer see which decisions affect fit, tooling, installation or later replacement. Issue an option schedule with the selected value, decision owner and drawing reference for every departure from the base system.

FIXTURE MODEL / DEVELOPMENT SPECIFICATIONS

Plan with a Specific Cabinet Format.

Suggested development configurations from the supplied V1 workbook. Dimensions are L × D × H in mm; inch values are converted. These model codes and values are proposals, not verified production SKUs or guaranteed performance.

TC-01 · Counters

Trading Card Display Counter

1200 × 550 × 950 mm47.2 × 21.7 × 37.4 in
Suggested custom range (mm)
L900–1500 / D500–600 / H900–1000
Structure
18mm MDF with HPL or painted finish; recessed plinth
Glass / panel
8mm tempered top; 6mm sides, subject to structural review
Interior & access
1–2 adjustable glass shelves; optional inclined trays. Lockable rear sliding doors and lower storage.
Lighting
Dimmable 4000K LED in concealed aluminum channels
Before approval
Confirm holder fit, access and usable display height
Review TC-01 details →
TC-09 · Islands

Glass Island Card Showcase

1200 × 750 × 1000 mm47.2 × 29.5 × 39.4 in
Suggested custom range (mm)
L1000–1800 / D700–900 / H950–1100
Structure
Aluminum or steel frame with 18mm panel base
Glass / panel
6–8mm tempered glazing; review shelf spans
Interior & access
Central or double-sided inclined trays. Lockable access on one or two sides.
Lighting
Top perimeter LED with glare review
Before approval
Designate staff retrieval side in the store layout
Review TC-09 details →

Source: Trading Card Fixture Specifications V1.xlsx, “Fixture Models”, rows 6–29. All 24 proposed formats · Materials, holder fit and specification notes

CHECK AGAINST A FIXTURE

Graded Card Cabinets: what to specify.

For custom graded card display case, use the following requirements from the linked fixture system to make the next supplier discussion concrete. These are planning inputs, not tested performance ratings.

Holder fit
Provide actual slab width, height and thickness; different grading holders require different clearances.
Tier geometry
Agree the number of rows, viewing angle, retaining lip and label visibility using a sample.
Access & locks
Select front or rear access, key control and door swing around the staff workflow.
Lighting
Review reflections on a real slab, LED placement and driver service access.
Source: Graded Card Display Cabinets · FOCUS-TCG-001
WRITTEN BYFOCUS Content StudioEditorial buyer guidance
REVIEW SCOPEEditorial checksSources, topic fit and internal consistency checked; project engineering approval is separate
FORRetail ownersStore designers · Fixture procurement teams
THE 60-SECOND BRIEF

Three decisions to carry into your project.

  1. 01

    Issue an option schedule with the selected value, decision owner and drawing reference for every departure from the base system.

  2. 02

    Holder outer dimensions: record the actual project value.

  3. 03

    Lock zones: check it in the operating layout, not only an empty display image.

01

What the custom graded card display case brief needs to resolve

Use custom graded card display case as the heading of a measurable fixture brief rather than a request for generic inspiration. Set the comparison basis around dimensional inputs, material selections, approval stages and change control. Add measured site information and the intended service model.

  • Record holder outer dimensions.
  • Record clear row height.
  • Record retaining lip.
  • Record lock zones.
Custom Graded Card Display Case — store layout reference
Supplied store layout reference. Dimensions and construction follow approved project drawings. Open full image ↗
02

Translate the merchandise into usable dimensions

Start the custom graded card display case comparison with a representative physical assortment and its handling requirements. Record item dimensions, display orientation, quantity per facing and reserve-stock location. Include packaging projections and sleeves that change the clear opening.

Primary references: PSA: holder and submission FAQs · Ultra PRO: trading-card toploaders

Custom Graded Card Display Case — individual fixture reference
Supplied individual fixture reference. Dimensions and construction follow approved project drawings. Open full image ↗
03

Separate standard interfaces from custom choices

For custom graded card display case, give particular attention to custom. Review that issue through dimensional inputs, material selections, approval stages and change control, using a mixed set of slab brands, stands and protective sleeves. Write the accepted condition into the project documents so it remains connected to purchasing and production.

  • Issue an option schedule with the selected value, decision owner and drawing reference for every departure from the base system.
Custom Graded Card Display Case — store layout reference
Supplied store layout reference. Dimensions and construction follow approved project drawings. Open full image ↗
04

Follow a complete customer and staff interaction

Trace the people and stock movements created by custom graded card display case, especially front viewing, secure access, comparison, handover and return. Separate the customer path from incoming stock and service access. Check the sequence with the fixture loaded, not only when it is empty.

05

Configuration decision: establish the comparison basis

A fair custom graded card display case comparison keeps the test conditions constant and changes one design decision at a time. Require the chosen option to pass the same acceptance checks used during comparison. Unresolved items remain open actions, not assumed approvals.

06

Use a sample to resolve the difficult details

Prototype the highest-risk part of custom graded card display case with a mixed set of slab brands, stands and protective sleeves. Compare the sample with the latest drawing and material schedule. If the physical result changes the design, update both before signing off.

07

A mismatch to catch before approval

Most preventable problems in custom graded card display case come from unrecorded inputs and late changes. If two teams are working from different revisions, even a sound detail can be produced incorrectly. Use revision identifiers on every approval document.

08

Turn the decision into a controlled handoff

A complete custom graded card display case handoff states what is fixed, what is provisional and who owns each next action. Keep a decision log with dates and owners, then issue one approved pack to all parties. Changes after release require an updated record.

09

A transparent capacity calculation

Custom graded card display case capacity should be calculated from the usable internal dimension after dividers, lips, frames and access clearances are deducted. Use the allocated width of the actual item, not the package label, and round down to complete facings. Record the calculation beside the tested sample so a later assortment change can be checked without guessing.

10

Glass and acrylic components

Apply the FOCUS materials and finishes guidance specifically to custom graded card display case. Use it to review dimensional inputs, material selections, approval stages and change control, then transfer only the decisions relevant to this project into the approved drawing and fixture schedule. General guidance does not replace project dimensions, samples or destination requirements.

Primary references: FOCUS Materials & Finish Selection

  • Substrate and finish schedule
  • Edge and joint details
  • Cleaning compatibility
  • Approved physical samples
PROJECT PARAMETERS

Translate the guidance into a specification check.

These parameters connect the article to a real product and give procurement, design and engineering teams one reviewable basis.

ParameterWorking valueBuyer check
Holder outer dimensionsProject-specific; record the actual inputPlace the largest and smallest accepted holders in a full row. View the first, middle and last positions with the glass closed and the lights on. Check hand clearance as well as visual alignment.
Clear row heightProject-specific; record the actual inputAttach the clear row height decision to the approved fixture schedule.
Retaining lipProject-specific; record the actual inputAttach the retaining lip decision to the approved fixture schedule.
Lock zonesProject-specific; record the actual inputAttach the lock zones decision to the approved fixture schedule.
DECISION TABLE

Compare one controlled basis.

Option to compareFit for custom graded card display caseEvidence before selection
Customer-access arrangementUseful when graded cards in their real slab sizes and sleeves can be browsed without staff handlingLoaded-sample check, stability, replenishment route and loss-control decision
Staff-controlled arrangementUseful when value, fragility or service method requires assisted accessDoor travel, key responsibility, retrieval rehearsal and temporary set-down space
Mixed-access arrangementUseful when custom graded card display case combines different values or handling patternsZoning plan, clear customer cues and a documented exception list
PROJECT APPLICATION

How we apply this decision.

Use the checks on this page when discussing custom graded card display case. Send FOCUS the actual merchandise, measured site information and the decisions already made, then ask for a response tied to dimensional inputs, material selections, approval stages and change control rather than a generic fixture proposal.

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COMMERCIAL BOUNDARY

What still needs project confirmation.

This is published planning guidance, not a tested product specification. Final capacity, materials, electrical configuration, commercial terms and local installation requirements depend on the approved project.

Prepare the required inputs →
COMMON FAILURE MODES

Avoid these shortcuts.

  • Treating a reference image as an approved production specification.
  • Comparing suppliers without identical dimensions, quantities and delivery scope.
  • Separating material, lighting or hardware decisions from the drawing revision.
  • Leaving packing, local installation and site interfaces undefined.
BUYER ACTION CHECKLIST

Before the next approval.

  • Issue an option schedule with the selected value, decision owner and drawing reference for every departure from the base system.
  • Holder outer dimensions: record the actual project value.
  • Lock zones: check it in the operating layout, not only an empty display image.
  • Record each open point, owner, due date and required evidence.
BUYER FAQ

Answers to the next practical questions.

01What should I send when asking about custom graded card display case?+

Send a measured plan, target quantity, destination, programme and examples of graded cards in their real slab sizes and sleeves. Add a mixed set of slab brands, stands and protective sleeves and identify which decisions around dimensional inputs, material selections, approval stages and change control are already fixed.

02Does an illustration approve the final custom graded card display case configuration?+

No. An illustration can communicate the intended arrangement for custom graded card display case, but approved drawings, selected components, project-specific checks and the accepted sample establish what may proceed to production.

03Can FOCUS give a fixed custom graded card display case price from this guide?+

Not from the guide alone. A comparable quotation needs the agreed configuration, quantity, materials, destination and delivery responsibility. FOCUS confirms commercial terms only after those inputs are defined.

SOURCES & REVIEW

Trace the supporting information.

PSA: holder and submission FAQsPrimary reference for PSA holder and submission context. Check the actual holder used in your project; this is not a cabinet fit certification.

Ultra PRO: trading-card toploadersManufacturer reference for protective-holder formats. Cabinet clearance is measured from the complete holder and sleeve.

FOCUS project preparation toolsOur project input framework; not an independent performance test.

Authorship and sourcing policyHow this guide was created, checked and maintained.

Company and fixture reference libraryCompany Process Reference.xlsx · Company Process Reference!A289:A313; Website Copy Reference.xlsx · Customization!A44:A61; Editorial adaptation for this guide.

Content review policyGuidance published 2026-09-09. Editorial check: 2026-09-11. Project engineering approval and physical testing are separate.

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