Simple Hard Drive Bracket (short)

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This is a simple bracket designed to install a 2.5" hard drive or SSD into a 3.5" bay with a minimal yet cost-effective approach. The price of the material makes it roughly 50 cents CAD, which translates to about 40 cents US currently. Keep in mind that this bracket is shorter than a standard 3.5" hard drive, making it less suitable for specific situations requiring the entire length and all three standard holes. In such cases, a longer bracket can be found at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4151949. For users seeking to install two 2.5" drives in a single 3.5" bay or one 2.5" drive alongside a fan, consider the "deluxe bracket," which can also be located at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4151952. The holes on this bracket are designed for self-tapping #6-32 UNC screws (the standard ones used with 3.5" hard drives), not M3 screws typically used for optical drives and 2.5" drives, although an M3 screw can be attempted if the hole appears too small. If you appreciate this design, consider a tip or share your creation by posting a make!