Bad-Elf Bluetooth GPS 1/4-20 Mount

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I wanted to be able to mount my Bad-Elf GNSS Surveyor on a camera tripod, but it doesn’t have any in-built method to attach it. They sell a pole and mount, which I bought, but the quality was not quite what I desired. This is not a rough and tumble type device, so the mount should have been adequate, but why settle when I have a 3D printer. Although I designed this for the GNSS Surveyor, it should work with any of their Bluetooth GPSs since they share the same body design. In addition to the printed parts, you will need: [1/4-20 Threaded Inserts](https://www.mcmaster.com/94459A380/) OR [3/8-16 Threaded Inserts](https://www.mcmaster.com/97171A280/). If you aren’t sure which to use, choose 1/4-20. It is much more common. [1/16” thick neoprene sheet](https://www.mcmaster.com/93375k427) [12mm X 4mm neodymium magnets](https://www.amazon.com/Hmlkeci-Countersunk-Permanent-Fastener-12mmX4mm/dp/B07TNRC2P5?crid=2PP1CZ5BU5MM&dchild=1&keywords=12mm+x+4mm+neodymium+magnets&qid=1618199743&sprefix=12mm+x+4mm+,aps,185&sr=8-4&linkCode=sl1&tag=gtxcnc-20&linkId=557ed96dde7c04d8f61c742232e30721&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl). I used magnets I had on hand, so no holes, but the linked magnets (or any other 12x4 magnet) should work just fine. You can use a 12X3, but you need to leave each sticking out 0.5mm for the mount to work properly. If there is enough interest I’ll modify the design for a different magnet. _Authors note: I know the print quality is only one step above a boiled potato extruding trimmer string. I was having trouble with a partially clogged nozzle and severe over extruding when the clog would temporarily clear. This is the prototype, so I didn’t care that it looked bad._