Pre-Order: Metal Rear Housing Shell for iPod 5-7th Gen (MKII MIN)
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Pre-Order Item:
This item is part of Batch #1.
Estimated shipping: May 2026.
Pre-orders close March 11, 2026.
Once parts arrive at Boxy Pixel and pass quality inspection, orders will begin shipping in the order they were received.
Overview
The MKII MIN rear housing is designed for builders who want a thinner, cleaner iPod profile.
This version is optimized specifically for modern flash-based builds using the iFlash Quad and our 1250 mAh (3mm thick) battery. It delivers a noticeably slimmer enclosure compared to the MAX version.
The MIN rear pairs with our MKII Front Housing (sold separately) and fastens securely using four hex fasteners — no clips.
If you need extra internal room for oversized batteries or additional mods, see our MAX version instead.
Compatibility
Compatible with:
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iPod Classic 5th Generation (Video)
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iPod Classic 5.5 Generation (Enhanced)
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iPod Classic 6th Generation
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iPod Classic 7th Generation
Designed to pair with:
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Boxy Pixel MKII Front Housing (sold separately)
Optimized for:
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iFlash Quad
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Boxy Pixel 1250 mAh 3mm battery
Not compatible with:
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Apple OEM housings
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Previous-generation Boxy Pixel housings
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Thick batteries or OEM hard drives
Installation Notes
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
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Requires full iPod disassembly
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Must be used with our compatible MKII front housing
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Designed for flash storage builds (not compatible with OEM hard drives)
What’s Included
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(1) Metal MKII MIN Rear Housing Shell
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(4) Hex Head Fasteners
Notes
These parts are not mass produced and we use multiple machine shops, so surface finish, texture, and color may vary between batches. Colors may also look different depending on your screen, the lighting, and variations in anodizing.
Please be sure to review our refund policy for cancelled and returned orders.
We cannot change the value of the shipment and sadly we do not have control over your particular country's fee/tariffs/taxes.
Brass parts come as machined and may show oxidation/discolor (due to being exposed to air) and some small machining or small scratches may be present. Assume you will need to do your final surface finishing using a flexible 3M sanding pad. (The 3M 7448 usually works well). After polishing, clean and apply clearcoat, poly, or other coating to maintain the shine. Note Brass is also very dense (heavy) and conductive. Consider in some applications, these attributes may have adverse effects. (ex. The SP hinges will not support the screen as well). If used with electronics, it is advisable to use kapton tape, insulating paint, (nail polish may work) to prevent electrical shorts.
Resources
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Assembly Instructions
International Customers
We are located in the USA, and want everyone in the world to experience Boxy Pixel products worldwide! It is important to understand a few points:
1. There are two shipping methods available. DHL and USPS (United States Postal Service). DHL is very fast and comes with insurance, but can be expensive. The USPS slow shipping we offer can take many weeks, is not reliable, and is not insured.
2. If you do choose uninsured USPS for your international shipping, we do offer third party insurance to help in case it gets lost. This is "route" insurance. It is not expensive, and is worth the cost. Deselecting this option at checkout will waive all insurance. If your package is lost, we unfortunately cannot send a refund or replacement.
3. If an item gets shipped back to us due to delivery problems, we would need to charge additional fees if you would like to attempt delivery again.
4. Return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer
5. We are prohibited from shipping batteries outside of the USA.
These parts are not mass produced and we use multiple machine shops, so surface finish, texture, and color may vary between batches. Colors may also look different depending on your screen, the lighting, and variations in anodizing.
Please be sure to review our refund policy for cancelled and returned orders.
We cannot change the value of the shipment and sadly we do not have control over your particular country's fee/tariffs/taxes.
Brass parts come as machined and may show oxidation/discolor (due to being exposed to air) and some small machining or small scratches may be present. Assume you will need to do your final surface finishing using a flexible 3M sanding pad. (The 3M 7448 usually works well). After polishing, clean and apply clearcoat, poly, or other coating to maintain the shine. Note Brass is also very dense (heavy) and conductive. Consider in some applications, these attributes may have adverse effects. (ex. The SP hinges will not support the screen as well). If used with electronics, it is advisable to use kapton tape, insulating paint, (nail polish may work) to prevent electrical shorts.
Out of stock? Signup for our out of stock notification on this product page and check our product availability page
Assembly Instructions
We are located in the USA, and want everyone in the world to experience Boxy Pixel products worldwide! It is important to understand a few points:
1. There are two shipping methods available. DHL and USPS (United States Postal Service). DHL is very fast and comes with insurance, but can be expensive. The USPS slow shipping we offer can take many weeks, is not reliable, and is not insured.
2. If you do choose uninsured USPS for your international shipping, we do offer third party insurance to help in case it gets lost. This is "route" insurance. It is not expensive, and is worth the cost. Deselecting this option at checkout will waive all insurance. If your package is lost, we unfortunately cannot send a refund or replacement.
3. If an item gets shipped back to us due to delivery problems, we would need to charge additional fees if you would like to attempt delivery again.
4. Return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer
5. We are prohibited from shipping batteries outside of the USA.
Give your Classic electronics a new life!
Unique
Parts cut from a solid block of billet aluminum
Protection
Each part is anodized for long lasting protection