diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index 0c0c8a3..23f5c55 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -36,12 +36,12 @@ What you'll need beyond these objects:
   Board](https://github.com/OpenStickCommunity/Hardware/tree/main/RP2040%20Advanced%20Breakout%20Board))
     * 4 M3 8mm hex bolts to secure the PCB to a panel
 * Per frame and plate combo:
-    * 4 40mm M4 hex brass standoffs (or equivalent)
+    * 4 45mm M4 hex brass standoffs (or equivalent)
     * 8 M4 countersunk hex bolts
         * Overhang plates should use 12-16mm length bolts since they are taller
         * Inset plates should probably use 8-12mm bolts --- some standoffs aren't threaded the whole way, making 16mm
           too long to go flush
-        * If making the 40mm standoffs from multiple smaller ones, make sure they have enough length to take your bolts!
+        * If making the 45mm standoffs from multiple smaller ones, make sure they have enough length to take your bolts!
 * Per frame connection point:
     * 8 16mm M4 bolts
     * 8 M4 flange nuts
@@ -69,7 +69,7 @@ Filament masses from Bambu Studio estimates, using Bambu PLA Basic.
   of 2023-09-12)
 * 4 M3 flange nuts to connect Neutrik D plates to frames: **$0.34 USD** (you can get a pack of 100 on Amazon for $8.50,
   as of 2023-09-12)
-* 8 40mm M4 spacers to connect panels to frames: **$2.40 USD** (you can get a pack of 10 on AliExpress for $3, as of
+* 8 45mm M4 spacers to connect panels to frames: **$2.40 USD** (you can get a pack of 10 on AliExpress for $3, as of
   2023-09-12)
     * You could 3D print these too, but you're probably better off with brass ones as they give some weight to the
       stick anyway
diff --git a/src/components.scad b/src/components.scad
index eeca5ce..f4d1460 100644
--- a/src/components.scad
+++ b/src/components.scad
@@ -87,9 +87,9 @@ module neutrik_d_mount() {
 	translate([-9.5, -12, 0]) neutrik_d_screw_hole();
 }
 
-// space for a neutrik D mount or 24mm button
+// space for a neutrik D mount or 24mm button - Z is to cut the whole inside without affecting panel lip
 module frame_cutout() {
-	cube([36.5, 8, 40], center=true);
+	cube([36.5, 8, frame_z-(top_plate_z*2)], center=true);
 }
 
 module m2_mount_post() {
diff --git a/src/parameters.scad b/src/parameters.scad
index 67928d6..d8f7bfe 100644
--- a/src/parameters.scad
+++ b/src/parameters.scad
@@ -48,7 +48,7 @@ lever_plate_hole = 12;
 // base frame box. reminder: top of inside (including mounts) is chopped by top_plate_z for plates
 frame_x = 233;
 frame_y = 208;
-frame_z = 50;
+frame_z = 55;
 
 // depth of the "lip" of the frame that the top plate sets into/supports the overhang
 frame_wall = 4;