Raspberry pi adjustable camera base

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This set of printings is designed specifically for use with a Raspberry Pi mounted on a Prusa i3 MK3S 3D printer. The camera assumed to be used is the "Arducam Raspberry Pi Camera Module V2-8 Megapixel, 1080p," which can be purchased from Amazon for $25. Initially, I printed the stand to fit on the lower left bolt hole of the X-axis motor, but there were instances when I wanted it angled down at my project rather than looking directly at the nozzle level. This mount offers six different levels to position the camera. Additionally, I modified the mounting arm so that the ribbon cable emerges a bit higher, preventing interference with the rear portion of the mounting system. To assemble this mount, use two M3x30mm bolts to attach the back plate to the X-axis motor via the two right-hand bolt holes directly through the existing plastic. Ensure the back plate is perfectly vertical before tightening. Next, secure the camera support bar to the base in your preferred position using an M3x10mm or M3x12mm bolt. The screw hole has a diameter of 2.75 mm, but if you possess an M3 tap, reduce it to 2.55 mm or even 2.35 mm and then tap the holes post-printing. I used an M3 bolt to "tap" them, and I sliced the model with four perimeter layers for added plastic to work with. The g-code is optimized for PLA, but feel free to re-slice it for other plastics as needed. Looking at the pictures, you'll notice my printer is named "Jolene" because my wife humorously referred to it as "The Other Woman" due to the amount of time I spent with her. As a result, I printed a name plaque for Jolene!