Pocket Operator Case

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This is a perfect fit for the Pocket Operator series of synthesizers designed by Teenage Engineering. Key features include: Keys that slide smoothly LEDs remain visible Audio jacks can be connected with standard-sized rubberized connectors It's possible to keep the break-away hanger attached if desired Likewise, the wire-stand can be left intact No glue or screws are needed for assembly The case design can be printed using a low-end FDM printer Source files were created using FreeCAD 0.15 Note: A version of the case, buttons, and light guides optimized for SLS/SLA printing is also available at shapeways: https://www.shapeways.com/shops/cdb This case is compatible with several designs, including: PO-20 symbol buttons: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1410100 Numbered buttons: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1617681 Light guides (a challenging project): http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2091660 Mic Frontplate: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2779257 Experimental eurorack frontplate: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3039287 Button Customizer: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3668411 Other compatible remixes and designs by the community include: Light guide buttons by Axeman72: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2090105 Mini lever by RJ_12: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1489435 PO-28 symbols by KingWarin: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3441682 Update (Jan. 30th, 2018) Microphone holes have been added to the front plate (Case_Front_full_v6_mic_rotated.stl) for the new PO series (PO-32, 33, 35). Update (Feb., 2018) A big thank you goes out to the person who sent a tip for the case. This is my first experience receiving a donation, and it feels wonderful! Update (Aug. 8th, 2018) An experimental eurorack frontplate has been added. (Thing 3039287) Update (June 2nd, 2019) A Button Customizer has been included. (Thing 3668411) Print Settings Printer Brand: RepRap Printer: Huxley Rafts: No Supports: No Resolution: 0.3mm Infill: 30% Honeycomb Notes: Minimum recommended printer settings: Hotend: 0.5 mm Layer height: 0.3 mm Perimeters: 3 Solid layers top/bot: 2/2 Seam position: aligned Infill density: 30% Fill pattern: honeycomb Top/bottom fill pattern: rectilinear (for case), concentric (for buttons) Post-Printing: Seam cleanup Clean the inside of the front panel from any seams. The Pocket Operator PCB should fit snugly inside without using a lot of force. Button guide cleanup Clean the button guides and holes from any debris and imperfections. The buttons must be able to move without any resistance. Assembly See instructions on the included pictures. Videos Showing some of the prototypes and the case printed at shapeways. Short demo of 2 pocket operators using this case.