Aluminum Frame Durable?

[jm101]

Does anyone have scratches or scuffs on their aluminium frame yet?

When I went to plug the USB connector in I accidentally hit part of the metal connector on the aluminum. I think it's okay but it makes me wonder how durable the aluminum is.

 

[itinj6]

Did it scratch yours?

 

[jm101]

Did it scratch yours?

Kind of hard to tell. It didn't seem to hit it hard but I've noticed that the USB connectors edges are a bit sharp. Will take a closer look in the morning.

 

[Papadakis]

you're questioning the durability of the frame based on possibly superficially scratching it with a micro usb connector?

 

[itic]

I think the durability of the aluminum frame will be an issue should you dent it to the point where it lifts or deforms the devices remaining body bits along with it.

 

[jm101]

you're questioning the durability of the frame based on possibly superficially scratching it with a micro usb connector?

I know it sounds lame but yes. Just wondering if it can handle some wear and tear.

 

[jm101]

I think the durability of the aluminum frame will be an issue should you dent it to the point where it lifts or deforms the devices remaining body bits along with it.

Thanks! That is good to know.

 

[itinj6]

Aluminum is aluminum. Not the strongest metal in the world and it does scratch and dent. I guess the best thing to do is be careful with it. Not to the point of babying it but if scratches stir your inner OCD, then use caution when inserting the USB. Aluminum is durable enough for this application. For what it's worth, aircraft body panels use aluminum.

 

[jm101]

Aluminum is aluminum. Not the strongest metal in the world and it does scratch and dent. I guess the best thing to do is be careful with it. Not to the point of babying it but if scratches stir your inner OCD, then use caution when inserting the USB. Aluminum is durable enough for this application. For what it's worth, aircraft body panels use aluminum.

Thanks! That puts me at ease. I am strongly considering buying a Ballistic case because I commute with it. I wonder if it covers the ports as well.