Case for the Sensor Module
The case for the Sensor module is quite simple and easy to put together, the kit comes with all the hardware needed to attach the module itself and the cover. Covers are available in a few different colours. If your colour is not available, Either print your own or send me a message.
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Base and cover are printed in PLA. You will need to Insert the Threaded inserts yourself.
Features...
When designing the case I wanted it to be easy to print and assemble but also very flexible in how it can be used. Along the bottom there are 1 Analog bays where you can place any module you like, each bay has its own threaded insert mounting points so you can design any custom bracket or use a pre designed one. On each side there is a spare bay, labeled A and B these can be used for custiom circuits should you need the space.
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The Pcb itself sits in a cradle which is then inserted from the back into the case, this strengthens the case joint and also is a help when soldering the board. The cradle has its own cable routes on the inside for cable management, you can push cables up through the bottom and they will come out at the approriate place depending on where they are pushed in. The cables can then be fixed at the bottom with cable ties and a cover hides all of this and makes it look neat.
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The cover is fixed on with 4 screws and also has two flat areas should you wish to add custom buttons or LEDs.
Buy online....
Alternativly print your own Yourself.....
I have made the .STL files available on a few of the well know 3d model platforms, If you wish to download them and print your own case you are free to do so. On Makerworld I have uploaded the printer profiles for Bambu Printers.
How to put together...
Step by step guide on how to put the Sensor module case totegther
Glue the two halves together...
The case has been designed to be printed on the bambu labs A1 mini, due to this the case is printed in two halves that need to be glued together. Start by removing the supports structure from the cable holes as in the pictures, use a flat head screwdriver to gently pry and push out the unneeded material.
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​The joint has 4 holes where a piece of filament is used as a jointer to make the joint strong, cut 4 pieces at 35mm long and insert them into the holes, place the two halves together and test the fit. If needed to can sand the inside surface to get a better fit.
To glue the halves togather Í recomend using thin superglue, Place the case on a flat surface and let a little glue "run" into the joint. Once it has set you can pick it up and add more glue.
Threaded inserts...
The case has a total of 32 threaded inserts that are needed to assemble it. Using the tip of your soldering iron heat the insert over the hole and it will slowly start to sink into the hole, once it almost flush with the surface remove the heat. Use a pair of long nose pliers to keep it in place and as not to pull it back out with the soldering iron. Make final ajustments with the pliers if needed.
Final assembly...
To finish off the case you will need to install the PCB itself....