ESP32 CAM Case

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A very compact case for an ESP32 CAM Module. Some things to note, I initially designed this for my own use and I'm just sharing in case anyone else wanted to utilize the design. With that said, there's a few proprietary features to this design. I used a Type C USB connector board out of an HQD branded rechargeable vape. (I enjoy recycling components that are perfectly good and would otherwise end up in a landfill). This design requires you to snip the breakout pins a bit shorter in order to keep the case from being too bulky. In my application, I'm only using the 5v and a GND pin on the board, of which I soldered to the backside anyway, so it wasn't an issue. Clipping the pins prevents having to de-solder them and the shortened pins interface with a feature in the case to aid with alignment and fitment. The lid is designed to be glued in place. This was another decision I made as I won't be needing access to inside anymore since the webserver I use on these modules has OTA updating. It also keeps the bulk down even further. The camera will be sideways so anticipate that. It allows for use of a heatsink to aid in keeping the chip cool (No idea if it actually works, but it looks cool so... yeah). Other than that, this case has been an excellent design for my use (Remote machine monitoring) and hope someone else finds it useful. I've included the .STEP file so you can modify it, or simply 3D print it with the included .STL's