Hard Drive Enclosure V5 (7mm)

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This model of the Hard Drive Enclosure series is designed for maximum space and material efficiency. The model's top and base require only 32 grams of material to print at 100% infill, making it an ideal choice for those looking to minimize waste. With a print height of .1mm, both pieces can be printed in about 7-8 hours, depending on other quality settings. Four M3 screws are needed to mount the hard drive, and they must have a thread length of greater than 3mm to catch the threads of the hard drive itself. The opening exposes the entire SATA connection bracket, allowing compatibility with many SATA to USB cables. A .5mm gap between the PCB of the hard drive and the base helps prevent damage if dropped or accidental electrostatic discharge occurs. After printing, post-processing is essential - file any stringing from the mounting pegs in the base, ensure a snug fit for the enclosure, and overscrew your M3 screws through the enclosure holes before mounting your drive. Failure to do this can result in cross-threading with the hard drive's threading. Unfortunately, design issues have ruled out 9.5, 12.5, and 15mm hard drive compatibility with this iteration, but expect improved compatibility with the V6 design.