Touch Screen Control Panel Enclosure for MKS TFT28 Upgrade

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I didn't like the turning select button on my Prusa i3 printer, so I ordered a touch screen panel to replace it. I'm extremely satisfied with the upgrade, as it's much faster selecting what I want to do. The screen is very responsive and was extremely easy to set up. It can also be expanded to include a WIFI module and a second remote SD card reader, and it already comes equipped with an input for a USB-stick. Since I have a MKS Base motherboard, I didn't even need a power supply; you might check the datasheet for your motherboard. I bought mine from http://www.aliexpress.com/store/1047297 but they can also be found on eBay for about $33. I've included the datasheet which has instructions for hookup, bios update, etc. Tip: if your bios update doesn't seem to take, try reformatting your SD card to FAT. The enclosure itself was designed in SketchUp, and the SKB and DAE files are in the zip file for any modifications you might choose to do so. I went through six iterations to get all dimensions perfect, so it should fit perfectly. You'll need four M3x20mm screws or M3x25mm if you want to use the included brackets. One set of brackets is for free standing on your desk, the other is for clipping onto the Prusa i3's 8mm plexi glass, and the other two are for connection on 2020 extruded aluminum. The screw should self-tap into the face plate, so don't over tighten or you'll strip it.