Prusa I3 MK2 Raspberry Pi Camera Mount

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I wanted to elevate my Raspberry Pi camera slightly above bed level on my Prusa I3 MK2 to capture a better view of the print for timelapse videos. So, I began with the ball mount from Exclusive and modified it to attach directly to the corner of the bed, aligned perfectly with the x-frame underneath, and secured it firmly with fingers on the end. Next, I utilized the camera case back and two 40mm link arms from this source: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:247590, as well as the camera case front from here: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:403712. These components were assembled with a few M3x16 screws and M3 nuts. This setup lifted the camera above the bed, providing an improved vantage point of the entire print. I attached the mounting arm under the x-frame in the front right corner, replacing the existing M8 screw with a new M10 screw to account for the thickness of the mounting arm. It's essential to ensure that all components are set back far enough to avoid being hit by the hot end at its closest and don't interfere with the y-axis rods below. Take a look at my uploaded pictures to see how this assembly is put together, including a picture of the bed taken from this mount, which showcases what can be captured from the Raspberry Pi Camera (v2). Print Settings: Printer: Prusa I3 MK2 Rafts: No Supports: No Resolution: 0.175mm Infill: 20%