Handelbar mount for Samsung S5 with wireless Qi charging - weather proof

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**2019-06-12: Source file now freely available at https://www.tinkercad.com/things/19svBNUBIiV. You can edit this model directly using the online editor in the link** --- **2016-03-28: Update** Version 16 is now ready and tested! Better, stronger, and smoother! This is a handlebar mount for Samsung Galaxy S5. It will not only allow you to safely place your phone at a good position for viewing your GPS app, speedometer, music app, or whatever, but it will also charge the phone wirelessly while you ride. Just put the phone in the mount, flip the self-locking top, and start driving. Made for a 1" handlebar, but can easily be used on smaller diameter handlebars by simply placing a thin rubber sheet or a few layers of electrical tape between the handlebar and the mount. I've made many revisions over the last year, but I wasn't satisfied until now. This is version 16, so a lot of tweaks and practical solutions have been added over time. The size may seem large at first, but it has its reasons: 1. Stability: You don't want the mount to break apart and drop your precious phone when going 140km/h. 2. Safety: To add a safe distance for the wireless charger not to be affected by other metal objects, like handlebars. 3. Clearance: To get clear of any handlebar clamps that fix the handlebar to the bike. Tested and verified on a Suzuki VL800 Volusia with risers. Small tweaks: * Self-locking visor/lid. While the visor is closed, it's impossible to move the phone up more than a tiny bit, which in itself locks the visor using the sidebars inside of the visor. * Visor comes in three different sizes; print the one you want. * Access to all buttons, including Volume up/down, Home, and Power (Power button requires you to first flip the lid open). * Access to headset jack. * Lower side walls, making it easier to lift the phone from the mount. * Recess for the camera. Minimizes the risk of scratching the lens. * Immersed holes for nuts and bolts for a clean look and better stability. * Drain holes for rainwater. There are plenty of Wireless Qi pucks on eBay for about 3€. I bought mine there, and it's been working great mounted on my motorcycle since about 10'000 kilometers back (note: this was on an earlier version of the mount - new version is even stronger). Alternatively, disassemble any cheap Qi charger or get a DIY kit and hot glue it to the inside of the center cover - this allows you to line up the charger perfectly with your receiver pad in the phone. Shopping list: * If your phone doesn't already have it, you need a Qi receiver for your phone. Search eBay or your favorite electronic store for "S5 Qi receiver". * 1 x Qi charger, 69x9mm or DIY kit. Search eBay or your favorite electronic store for "Qi charger". This is often bundled with the S5 Qi receiver, so you can save a buck by buying them together. * 5 x M6 bolts, stainless steel with round Allen head. Should be 40mm long (not including the head). * 5 x M6 locking nuts, stainless steel. Total price: less than 7€. You also need to provide power to the charger. You can either use: * A battery pack with a USB outlet * A standard 12V jack with a cigarette plug to USB. * A 12V to MicroUSB adapter. This is what I use, through a relay to make sure that it's only charging when the bike is running. ------------------------ For more information see http://www.frankjohansson.com/3d-printed-handlebar-phone-mount-with-wireless-charging-for-galaxy-s5/, where I describe in detail how to assemble it, including the electronics. Lots of photos! *Note: Photos are from version 15, but instructions are identical.*