I’ll share the file for printing once I finish adjusting. I still leave too much tolerance in the models for these new crazy precise machines xD
Model is an iteration over another model I saw online but has wrong dimensions the one I found online is too tight and if you fit the controller in is veeery hard to take it out.
Models attached in case that anyone wants to 3d print them or iterate over them.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1zdwrJY6wQIqSHes3y2_QkWgtThkeowKz?usp=sharing
I shared the single one and the double one.
If someone prints them, avoid the double one it has an issue I have to correct.
what are the issues with the double?
The order of some operations took material from the triangular risers in the centre.
I corrected the model yesterday, will update the one in the shared folder. I’ll let you know when I do it.
Got an idea for a different design (taking from the deck savers design concept).
I wanted to provide an extra layer of protection given that the case of the unit is plastic, but want to explore a leaner design. I’ll keep you posted.
Thank you for updating the double. I will print. I made a double case which was a very simple design - well, to be honest, I told AI to create it based on the dimension. It did a fair job first time round so just have to make a couple of minor tweaks. It is now as deep as your version.
Just looked at the print time - Over 5 hours. I’ll hang on a while before printing
As I only need a method of keeping two units together to sit on top of my keyboard, i didnt need it as deep as you made so i reduced the height / depth and for me it works great - also, only took just over two hours to print on my A1.
I also printed four small feet - one in each corner that I superglued on and then rubber stick pads on each foot for protection so it now stands on my keyboard and doesn’t snag with any of the buttons underneath.
That’s great!! Good alternative for desktop only use. If you have time share the STL or 3mf so people can print that one if they prefer it.
I’ll upload it tomorrow
I printed one single case and two double cases yesterday with a Bambu Lab A1. The prints went perfectly and the final result looks great.
However, the devices do come out a bit too easily, especially with the single case. The case itself seems to have the correct tolerances, but the retention tabs might be slightly too short to properly secure them.
Hey thanks for the feedback!
Ill add a version with more prominent tabs.
Glad they work for you (despite the tabs).
Yes, I think that would be a great improvement.
Also, a version with a bottom plate might be useful for people who often transport their devices, sometimes in dusty environments. It would help protect the bottom of the device and keep the inside of the case a bit more sealed.
Make sense. I made them specifically for transport but I don’t might the bottom been exposed (same style than decksavers).
With decksavers I just use a strap to hold them in place and pack the device.
I might think on a 2 piece design that encloses the units but that might require a bit more work.
BTW I transported my grid controllers last week to a jam using the double unit in a backpack (together with other gear) and the worked very well.
