Viewers often ask me how I print cases for my projects. In this video I will show you how you can print your own boxes with a simple and free of charge method based on what I call a “Configurable Base Box.”
As usual, we will focus on how you can get the things done. It will not at all be a CAD tool training video.
In this video we will:
– Find the information to install Fusion360 and get a free of charge license for Makers
– Use my adjustable “base box” as a head-start
– Adjust this box to the right size and add some holes for power, LEDs, or other stuff
– I will also show you a trick on how I create perfect 3D printed holes
– and how I attach PCBs like an Arduino inside the box
Links: Free Maker license for fusion360: https://www.autodesk.com/campaigns/fusion-360-for-hobbyists
File with box template: https://github.com/SensorsIot/Project-Box-Templates
Adafruit video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVmOtM60VWw
Prying Tool: http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/8K0Pt6s
Reamer: http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/6YHZel6 or http://bit.ly/2HMfhzT
Step-Drill: http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/bDtwC7Vm or http://bit.ly/2GRYxK7 or https://amzn.to/2EiSAlE
Arduino Mega: http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/b2BFQmZ6
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I am using FreeCAD and created a universal box as well. FreeCAD, like Fusion 360 has a possibility to enter the parameters in a spreadsheet so, like you show in your video, changing the size is very easy as well. Also not using screws, just tightly fitting lids
The problem is that these enclosures have the charm of a toilet tank.
Double sided tape? That is cheating. I need to cheat, too. It’s so hard to line up he screw posts just right on boards. I had actually given up on making enclosures because I have been having so much trouble getting the size just right. I was actually planning in my head how to use standoffs and then use a caliper to accurately measure the distance between them.
But, double sided tape, or foam, if the board has some components there, perfect! Thank you!
Thanks for great and useful information
Big up Andreas
Jesus man… you're the best. Seriously. This is amazing content.
You just rocked my socks with this box
I am not able to find the google drive link for the file. Please help.
Great work
Speaking of storing the mcu, I was thinking of epoxying it. Has anyone done anything like that and did the electronics work fine after?
Very useful. Thank you for taking the time to help the community
Great video!. but with all the due respect, where is the damn configurable base box?
hahhahaha. Ich folge deine Kanal seit Jahren, sehr gutes Kontent
Beginner question but how do I delete for example both holes on the bottom sketch? I get an error "The profile reference is lost". Sure the extrude feature is missing the profiles now so is there a way to disable the extrude feature for this sketch? Many thanks for your reply, Vy 73 from Austria
cool – very useful it will save me some 3d design time – well done, thanks a lot.
@Andreas Spiess Why Knob in Top part has fixed height 6mm but grove for it (Extrude3) has calculated height shell*2?
Well, this video aged like milk given today's Autodesk changes to Fusion 360. This is why proprietary software has no place in open source labs.
EXACTLY WHAT I WANTED! THANKS ANDREAS!! 😀
Edit: I like that you number your videos to find them easily!! 😀
What 3D printer are you using? And how do i print smooth surface using 3D printer? I need super smooth enclosure for my project
It's sad that I can put only one like to the video
Great work
Sir Andreas, I used your template box and made a device of my own, if it's alright can you check what I did and tell me if it's good before 3d printing it. In our country, 3d printing is costly so I'm playing it safe.
Bravo le SUISSE !!!!
good one !
Amazing video, Andreas. Thanks!
thanks for the tutorial. somehow when im creating my box whenever I delete the holes and then finish sketch it appears again. can you please help