GoPro Battery Case (Hero 5,6 & 7)

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This is a custom battery case for GoPro 5-6-7 batteries that I designed in TinkerCad to fit my needs perfectly. I wanted a single-battery case that wasn't bulky but compact and slim, making it easy to carry around with me while snowboarding or storing spare batteries. Unfortunately, I couldn't find one that met my requirements, so I took matters into my own hands and created this design myself. I use this battery case for my spare GoPro batteries when snowboarding to protect them from moisture and dirt, which can damage the electronics over time. This case has worked great for me so far! On my Flashforge Finder printer, I printed the case with 0.20 resolution and 100% infill, which gave it just the right amount of friction between the lid and the case. However, when fresh out of the printer, the lid and case have a bit too much grip, making them difficult to open and close. To fix this, simply force the lid open and closed a few times to dull the sharp edges on the case corners. This should give you just the right amount of friction. Keep in mind that different printers or extruder calibrations may result in varying levels of friction, so you might need to adjust your print settings accordingly. To achieve the perfect balance, I calibrated my extruder gap so that it barely scratches a plain A4 paper sheet between the nozzle and the bed. When printing the case, make sure to stand it up with the bottom facing down and the lid with the GoPro letters facing downwards. If you decide to print this design, please consider sharing a picture of your finished product – I'd love to see how it turns out!