Custom Etch Plexi Cover for MadCatz TE Bottom

Important: Custom Orders Do Not Ship Separately

If you place an order for a personalized product along with non-custom products, such as arcade part or merchandise, please note that all products will ship together. We ask for a minimum of 7-10 business days to process custom orders and prepare for shipping, as we often have a large queue, and personalized orders require additional processing work. If you desire to receive your non-custom products earlier, then please place two separate orders. This will allow the non-custom orders to ship within our normal 1-2 business days.

The art cover replacement top panel offers one of the best ways to customize your joystick. The plexiglass sits atop specially cut artwork, allowing you to add or replace new custom artwork to match your joystick theme.

Sized for MadCatz TE Round 1, Round 2, and 2015 TE-S+ for Xbox 360


TE Round 1, Round 2 Panel Template with border (1.8 Mb .zip) TE Bottom Panel Template (Round 1, Round 2, TE-S) (1 Mb .zip)

Please note that this panel DOES NOT replace the metal panel underneath the MadCatz TE.

The original MadCatz TE Round 1, Round 2, and newer 2015 TE-S+ for Xbox 360 feature a plastic bezel that surrounds the control panel.

Slim, Durable Configuration. Laser Cut Layout

The TE top panel is constructed using resilient clear acrylic, and layout is cut to precision with a laser etching device.

Options

You have several options to personalize your control panel, such as button layout, removal of control panel or screws in some models, button label etching, and text etching.

Partial and Full Etch

Etching on plexi provides you an extra layer for personalizing your control panel. Artwork is etched onto the bottom of clear plexi, or on top of opaque or translucent color plexi. You have two options to choose.

Partial Etch (Sample Illustration)

Full Etch (Sample Illustration)

Partial Etch

A partial etch is a graphic up to 5 inches square, placed nearly anywhere on the control panel face. You can etch a logo, name/handle, or illustration. Please note that this is not the same as etched text; you will submit the graphic to us for etching.

To place an order for a partial etch, select the "Partial (5"x5")" option next to the "Full or Partial Etching" label. We must know where to place your etch graphic on the panel, so be sure to provide placement instructions within the "Additional Instructions" text form, or submit the graphic using our Photoshop template. If we don't have this, we will put the task on hold, and send a message asking for clarification on where you want the graphic to appear on the panel.

Full Etch

A full etch can occupy the entire area of the control panel. It can consist of a single illustration, or multiple illustrations placed strategically on the control panel. To submit your graphic, please use our Photoshop template and click "Choose file" next to "Submit Etch Artwork".

Please note: On some models, a full etch graphic is not available, as the plexi used for that model is thinner than .060" and thus can warp under the heat that is generated from a laser etching machine.

Etch Graphic Resolution

It is recommended that the graphic submitted is high-resolution - between 300dpi or 600dpi (dots per inch). Anything less may etch with less fidelity. Click for more information about submitting etch artwork.

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Additional Instructions

If you would like to clarify something regarding your personalization that wasn't covered in the options, you can complete the "Additional Instructions" form. Please do not make requests for customization outside of the requirements of the plexi, such as fixing your graphic, or creating a logo, as any orders placed in "HOLD" status is pushed to the bottom of the queue until it is changed back to "IN PROGRESS".

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Template

Click here to access and download plexiglass templates (in Photoshop PSD format) for your desired model.

Important: Using templates outside of the ones we provide may produce unwanted output. We are not responsible for output generated from unsupported templates. More information here.

Support

New to FA Plexworks?

Click the "Options" tab for a detailed explanation of each laser etch and cut options available to you. Using a mobile device? Click here to scroll to the descriptions.

Warranty and Support for FA Plexworks Custom Order

Custom orders cannot be returned for refund, or exchanged for another custom order. Orders damaged upon arrival are subject to special terms within our return policy. Please see our FA Plexworks FAQ for more information about our Plexworks return policy and related Q&A.

If you have not used our Plexworks custom services before, we recommend that you visit our support section for updated information, helpful tips, and resources to get the best output.

Some useful sections to review before making your purchase (will open in new browser window or tab):

Learn about our Custom Job Tracker to keep tabs on your custom order while staff processes it from start to finish.
Save time getting answers by visiting our FAQ.
Learn more about the personalization options available to you.
Hire a skilled artist from the Fightstick Artists Network to visualize your idea.
Handling the artwork yourself? Review our requirements and get tips to optimize your laser etch or artwork submission.
Learn about additional products and services we offer under FA Plexworks.