Velka

Overview

Velkase is a small business based in Houston, USA, specializing in small form factor (SFF) PC cases designed for users seeking compact alternatives to mass-produced desktops and laptops. The company focuses on unique cases emphasizing portability, space efficiency, repairability, and hardware upgradeability, with transparent pricing and stable availability.¹⁶

History

Velkase was founded in 2019 as a Houston-based company offering SFF PC cases.¹ It has released multiple iterations of its Velka series, including the Velka 3 with revisions up to 3.0 featuring improved aesthetics, compatibility, and full steel construction.² The lineup expanded to models like Velka 5 and Velka 7, enhancing hardware compatibility while maintaining compact volumes.⁸

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Manufacturing

Products are made from thick steel panels with textured powdercoat for durability, as seen in the Velka 3's full steel construction.² Manufacturing details such as in-house versus outsourced production are not specified in available sources.

Notable Products

• Velka 3 - 3.99L volume Mini ITX case supporting ITX GPU up to 175mm and Flex ATX PSU, revision 3.0 with bottom PSU orientation and steel build.
• Velka 5 - Premium SFF case with honeycomb mesh side panel for airflow, compatible with Flex ATX PSU like ENP-7660B-VK.
• Velka 7 - 5.9L Mini-ITX case offering better hardware compatibility than Velka 3 and 5, designed for travel.

Reputation

Enthusiasts praise Velka cases for extreme space efficiency, portability, and solid steel construction enabling full desktop performance in tiny volumes.¹²³ Builds are noted for premium feel but challenging assembly process.⁴⁵ The cases receive positive attention in SFF communities for unique designs not met by mainstream products.³⁷