Raspberry Pi + Camera Setup for Monoprice MP Mini Delta

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This is a collection of components designed for mounting a Raspberry pi and a Pi camera onto a Monoprice MP Mini Delta. Paired with the impressive Octoprint software, you can manage, live stream, and timelapse your MP Delta entirely wirelessly using a web interface. The Pi mount consists of four arms that securely latch into the slots on the Mini's vertical rails. The opposing side of each arm screws directly into the Pi using standard holes. A provided "x" baseplate prevents short circuits against the case by inserting between the Pi and the case. Secure the arms and baseplate to your pi with screws/nuts. The camera mount comprises an arm that is screwed into the base using a pre-existing screw hole (remove the existing screw and install a slightly longer screw). The baseplate mount arm is the exact same height as the baseplate, ensuring even full-bed prints won't collide provided you mount it with the joint facing downwards. The mount connects to two other jointed sections and a camera mount. The arm allows for a considerable amount of motion to accommodate different build volumes. The camera intentionally lacks movement on the roll axis since it is centered on the build plate, eliminating the need for it. You can position the arm in various ways, from collapsing both arms onto each other to place the camera almost baseplate level to stretching it out entirely to see the entire vertical print volume. Each joint features a countersunk hex socket for easier tightening. To set this up, you will require: - Raspberry Pi (http://amzn.to/2CkVG9C) - Raspberry Pi camera V2 (http://amzn.to/2BXnmOo) - Long flex cable for Pi camera (http://amzn.to/2CmnU1r) - Short USB cable (you have one of these already) - 4x M2.5x16 screws/nuts for Raspberry Pi - 4x M2x8 screws/nuts for Pi Camera (two will suffice, four is excessive) - 1x M3x16 screw (for attaching camera arm to the base) - 3x M3x16 screws/nuts (for the arm joints) For the screws, you can purchase an assortment pack: http://amzn.to/2Cqf8j1 Optional: Gooseneck USB LED lights (I used Ikea Jansjo lights).