Qidi Tech 1 Raspberry Pi Camera Bed Mount

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I got tired of not having a dedicated spot for my Raspberry Pi Camera, so I decided to build a bed mount to hold it securely. I created a custom camera mount that locks tightly onto the bed arm, ensuring a snug fit. Since I already had some extra GoPro arms lying around, I chose to use those as a base for my setup. After scouring the web, I found a Raspberry Pi Camera case (http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1528783) that utilized an arm, but unfortunately, it didn't fit my off-brand camera perfectly. Additionally, I was experiencing issues with the screws and screw holes, so I decided to build my own holder that would fit snugly into the arm without any screws. The pins on the camera body holder are intentionally designed to provide tension when you insert your camera, ensuring a secure hold. You'll need to work it into place carefully, as it won't slide in easily due to tight clearances with the extruder head. However, once fitted, it works perfectly. I've included a shot of my camera's image, which shows how the picture turns out. The Z steps are no concern, and the camera is locked firmly in place. You can see that I have a slight tilt to my image, resulting from the GoPro arms' design and routing. For casual print monitoring, this setup is sufficient, but if I were creating a timelapse, I'd make sure it's level or adjust it in post-production. The camera's focal range also contributes to some blurriness, unfortunately.