Builder customizes 3D-printed PC case with worthwhile upgrades — premium 3D printing template with magnetically attached panels boasts ease of use, customizability, and design flair
Watch On HTLL ended up going with a keyboard from Rii, but since that model only came with 2.4 GHz connectivity with a dongle, he was then compelled to add a USB hub. Next, he opted among different speaker sizes and chose the 2-inch as the Goldilocks one, as the smaller drivers didn't have the oomph he desired.
As any 3D printing enthusiast reading this will likely predict, designing the phone holder was one of the two hardest parts of the project. Despite having tons of hardware, he was ironically bereft of a 3D scanner. That made designing the holder a many-print affair, as finding the sweet spot between the holder being loose enough to fit the phone and tight enough to hold it in place was tricky. Figuring out just the right depth to fit the magnetic USB-C connector was a challenge, too.
The step of designing a competent hinge was equally tricky. 3D printing a hinge is easy enough, but HTLL wanted one that was both made of metal and was adjustable like laptop hinges are via a screw. He recommends ThinkPad hinges for your own DIY projects.
After some screws, washers, and foldable feet that turned out unnecessary, the project was complete. When folded, with the side carrying handle, the deck is reminiscent of 80s multi-cassette cases, except it's about half the volume. The next step could be adding a VR headset to it, and pretend you're Case from Neuromancer on his Ono-Sendai deck.
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