OpenPanTilt - Pan/Tilt head for DSLR timelapse photography

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OpenPANtTIL is a DIY, 3D-printed PAN/TILT head designed specifically for timelapse photography with DSLR cameras. The robust design enables users to carry their DSLRs with ease. Additional information about OpenPANtTIL can be found on my blog: http://diycrap.blogspot.com/2014/04/openpantilt-diy-3d-printed-pan-and-tilt.html Some technical details regarding the electronics are available at: http://diycrap.blogspot.com/2015/05/openpantilt-electronics.html To get a glimpse of OpenPANtTIL in action, watch this video: http://youtu.be/9RNaIifSeeY A sample video captured by OpenPANtTIL is also available for viewing at: http://youtu.be/bwUw9LBA-oE The design files for OpenPANtTIL are open-source. Feel free to modify and customize them according to your preferences. The complete unit consists of nine distinct 3D-printed components: 1. A sturdy camera mount with built-in quick-release holes. 2. The left side of the cradle, designed to be identical to the right part. 3. The right side of the cradle. 4. The tilt mount, featuring a NEMA17 stepper motor and bearing space. 5. The complementary tilt mount for precise movements. 6. An upper pan mount connecting the two tilt units via M8 Rods and lazy susan bearing space. 7. A cover plate protecting the top pan unit with an additional bearing compartment. 8. The compact pan stepper motor box, including a NEMA17 stepper motor. 9. The bottom pan unit housing a stepper motor. To assemble OpenPANtTIL: Required hardware pieces include: - 2x Worms from sdp-si - 2x A-1Y-5MYK08RA Worm Gears - 2x NEMA17 stepper motors - 1x Axial Ball Thrust Bearing for lazy susan application - 4x Smaller axial ball bearings - Threaded rods of specific lengths and sizes for assembly. Assemble OpenPANtTIL in stages. Start with assembling the cradle, then attach the tilt unit. Next, build the pan unit and add the necessary motor gears. Secure all parts using suitable hardware.