Apple Power Mac G5 Power Connector

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So as the story unfolds, I picked up an Apple PowerMac G5 A1117 and to my surprise, it didn't come with a power cord. Scouring the internet on eBay, I discovered that getting one of these peculiar cords could cost me upwards of $50.00 including shipping. Hmm, kind of unacceptable (to me). Examining the plug on the back of the machine, I figured this would be an ideal candidate for a 3D printed solution. Pondering how to do this for a while, I came up with a really good solution that I thought I'd share with you. To build this project, you'll need the following: Tools: - A 3D printer (or have a friend print it for you) - Sidecutter or tinsnips - 1.5mm hex wrench - Soldering iron (and solder) - Utility knife - Flat head screwdriver - Hot Glue Gun - Hammer Materials: - 3D printed parts - 2 - M2/1.5mm brass heatsets - 2 - M2/10mm black oxide cap screws - 1 - Old power cord - 1 - Old 115v residential outlet The electrical connectors inside the plug connector can be found by breaking open an old 115v residential outlet. I'll include a few photos for illustration. Heatsets and screws can be obtained here: http://corei64.com/store/products.php?45&cPath=12 G5.Power.Plug.02.stl is the plug itself G5.Power.Plug.Plate.01.stl is the backing plate for a round cord. G5.Power.Plug.Plate.02.stl is the backing plate for a flat cord. I also created an instructable for this project. Here's the link: http://www.instructables.com/id/Apple-Power-Mac-G5-Power-Connector/ Print Settings Printer Brand: LulzBot Printer: TAZ 5 Rafts: No Supports: Yes Resolution: 0.2mm Infill: 70 percent