An improved, self-supporting portable electronics case for withstanding impact forces, dead loads and torsional forces; the case comprising a first plate having a first thickness and a first set of flanges. The case further includes a second plate having a second thickness and a second set of flanges extending from the second plate; and at least one spacer with a length equal to or greater than the first thickness plus the second thickness. The spacer is joined to the first set of flanges and the second set of flanges.