RetroPie Custom Console Case

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This is a brand-new design project for the Raspberry Pi. I've fallen in love with RetroPie and wanted a case that would fit perfectly under my TV screen, so I designed this casing myself. Since I wanted a neat look without cables and connectors spilling out from all sides, I made a rear cavity that provides access to USB and Ethernet while keeping the cables hidden behind the back. This design is the result of months of perfecting it. To play emulators on my SNES controllers, I used PetRockBlog's GPIO adapter and made sure to include its ports on the front. The updated case has new lid and insert for Open Source Media Center (OSMC) and now features 25% more resolution, making it perfect for printing with any standard printer. After posting the original design, I received a tweet asking for a version that could accommodate PetRockBlog's PowerBlock as well. I created the PowerBlock version right away but later realized there was no way to make it work with the SNES version because they both share the same pins. I've also updated the printing files so they match each other better, such as improved stand-offs and better alignment of connector holes for even easier assembly. All that's left is printing out four or five parts - the lower and upper sections, logo insert, power adapter mount (if applicable), lid and lid spacer. To assemble a SNES based case: Raspberry Pi Case with Raspberry Pi logo on the front (lid is standard) = RetroPie Mk3 Lid.stl insert into RetroPi logo to make your project more professional, with Raspberry PI name embossed = Logo insert.STL attach bottom portion to create your retro console body: Lower = ST. L RetroPI Mk 3 snes = Retropyi MK. Upper portion (sn) which connects to both the lower and upper sections to finish of creating the main console body that we use to connect everything together using hot glue to secure this and attaching the lid securely onto your pi so everything can operate in one place: upper. L. STL. You'll also need: PetRockBlog's RetroPie GPIO Adapter for connecting to Raspberry Pi, SNES or N64 ports. The Plain version is a simple and minimal design that removes all extraneous elements like logo inserts, leaving just clean lines. For plain versions print the lid (standard) Plain insert the lower half of this console (which can be custom printed without logos or designs but has more precise cuts) - Lower Plain Upper half that attaches to both the top and bottom portions. LST If you're interested in building a plain case, which features no logo inserts, use these settings for your 3D printer: Print resolution = High (100 microns or less) Layer Height: The default height of this file will give us an even lower profile as the height was raised up slightly from the original STL version - Resolution. The other versions can be printed at any desired resolution with these parameters. Combining sections together is easier with fewer pieces to handle when building. Combine both upper and lower pieces. When using PowerBlock you do not need the gpio so here's how you assemble it, start by connecting 6mm No. 2 x screws between both sides - just below Pi in case centre hole to ensure there are enough support brackets and stand offs. Make sure they go straight up before bending. Secure your raspberry pi securely in place with this screw at first point - use hot glue to fix any wires that would normally be on show such as HDMI ports if using external power or display cable from powerblock instead. Connect the spacers for both gpio port (just near power port micro uss, bottom middle) through M2 bolts & place Powerblock so you don't break your model! Use glue too for a nice finish but try not over tighten - its very easy to snap plastic otherwise. Print Settings: Resolution: 100 micron Layer Height: 100 micron No Rafting. Print supports: None needed.