Transparent Replacement Shell for Super Famicom SFC & PAL SNES

Description

The BitFunx transparent replacement shell is a precision 1:1 replica of the original Super Famicom housing, built for the Japanese NTSC-J SHVC and European PAL SNSP console families. Made from premium semi-transparent ABS plastic, it eliminates the yellowing, cracking, and fading common to 30+ year-old original shells, while giving any SFC or PAL SNES a clean, modern aesthetic. This is the preferred shell upgrade for collectors, retro modders, and anyone running RGB, IPS, or RGB bypass mods who wants the internal work visible.

⚠️ IMPORTANT — SHELL ONLY:
The console, PCBA board, cartridges, controllers, and all electronics are NOT included. You will need to transfer the controller ports, power button, reset button, and the I/O rear panel from your original console to the new shell. The BitFunx shell includes a compatible replacement rear I/O panel for the SFC form factor, so no gap or mismatch occurs during assembly. Two screwdrivers are included in the box for the full installation.​

Full Motherboard Compatibility:
This shell is designed to fit the Super Famicom chassis form factor and accommodates the following board revisions:

NTSC-J / SHVC / SNS Boards:

PAL / European SNSP Boards:

How to identify your board revision:
Remove the bottom panel of your Super Famicom or PAL SNES (requires 4.5mm gamebit screwdriver), lift the motherboard, and look for the revision code printed directly on the PCB. Match it to one of the 13 models above before ordering.​

⚠️ Critical Compatibility Warning — North American SNS-001 Board:
The North American SNES SNS-001 board is NOT compatible with this Super Famicom shell due to differences in the rear I/O panel layout and internal chassis geometry. The SFC/SHVC board, however, is compatible with this shell. If you have a North American board, see our separate SNS-001 transparent shell listing.

⚠️ Standoff Warning — TRN Purple and TRN White Variants:
On some board revisions, the TRN Purple and TRN White shell variants may have standoffs (internal plastic posts) that interfere with the motherboard, preventing full assembly closure. If you encounter this issue, remove the obstructing standoff as shown in the diagram included in the product box. This is a known and documented variation and does not affect the structural integrity of the assembled shell. The TRN Black variant does not present this issue on the same boards.​

Region-Free Cartridge Slot:
Unlike the original Super Famicom shell — which physically blocks North American SNES cartridges — the BitFunx replacement features a fully region-free slot opening compatible with:

• North American SNES cartridges (NTSC-U/C)
• Japanese Super Famicom cartridges (NTSC-J)
• European PAL SNES cartridges (EU)
• Flash cards (Everdrive, SD2SNES, and similar)

This eliminates the need for region adapters or cartridge slot modifications for collectors with multi-region libraries.

Available Colors:

• TRN PUR — Transparent Purple ⚠️ check standoff note above​​
• TRN WH — Transparent White ⚠️ check standoff note above​​
• TRN BK — Transparent Black​

Why the BitFunx Shell Stands Out:

• Precision 1:1 replica of the original SFC chassis — no gaps, no misalignment
• Compatible with both NTSC-J and PAL board families — 13 revisions total
• Region-free slot supports US, JP, EU, and Flash cartridges
• Includes rear I/O replacement panel — no ugly gaps or mismatched panels​
• Includes 2 screwdrivers — full installation kit, no extra purchases needed​
• Wholesale color customization available for bulk orders​
• Ideal for modded consoles: RGB bypass, IPS video, Everdrive builds​​

Assembly Notes:

• 4.5mm gamebit screwdriver required to open original console (one included in box)​​
• Phillips screwdriver required for internal board screws (one included in box)​
• Transfer required: controller ports, power button, reset button, rear I/O panel​​
• No soldering required for basic shell replacement
• Estimated assembly time: 20–45 minutes
• TRN Purple / TRN White: inspect and remove standoff if needed before full closure​

Technical Specifications:

In the Box:

• Transparent SFC replacement shell × 1 (top + bottom case + rear I/O panel)
• Screwdriver × 2 (gamebit + Phillips)​

⚠️ Third-party replacement part. Not manufactured by, endorsed by, or affiliated with Nintendo Co., Ltd. Super Famicom, Super NES, SNES, SFC, SHVC, and SNSP are trademarks of Nintendo Co., Ltd. Console, PCB, cartridges, and controllers are NOT included.