16x2 LCD panel meter case

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Despite the fact that the market is flooded with these devices and they rarely cost more than $2, a lingering question continues to buzz around: can I build it myself? So here we are, dissecting the panel meter schematic into its intricate details. Schematics and build instructions can be found at: https://hackaday.io/project/27794-build-your-own-panel-meter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zpa7TBHG6Ks The benefits of having a device you've built are numerous: Building a device allows you to personalize it. You can add your name, display custom messages, choose display colors, create your own font, and more. You can tailor the device to display the desired range, number of decimals, and reading order. You can also program it to show personalized measurements, such as power readings at specific voltages, or display warning messages when certain values are exceeded. Additionally, you can configure it to display min/max values based on your needs and applications. You can design a device that perfectly meets your requirements, making it a highly adaptable solution. Building the device is also an excellent learning experience, taking you back to school days of designing and calculating shunts, OpAmp factors, and integrating values into the MCU through the ADC. It's a fun and engaging process. To print and slice the device, use the following settings: Layer height: 0.3mm Shells: 3 Top layers: 3 Bottom layers: 3 Infill percentage: 10% Honeycomb infill pattern