Versatile Power Supply Cover/Enclosure

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This is a custom-made power supply enclosure designed to house all the necessary wiring, electronics, and connectors for a 12V AC to DC power supply conversion unit. The primary purpose of this project is to safely convert standard household electricity (120v) into a stable 12v DC output suitable for various projects and applications. The initial concept focused on creating an enclosure that would incorporate mounting points for the input power socket, as well as a DC barrel jack and an XT60 connector for DC 12V output. The design inspiration came from a "Mini Lab Bench Power Supply" (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3831773) and various other "Power Supply Covers" on Thingiverse. Required components: - A reliable 12V 10A AC/DC power supply unit (https://amzn.to/2nU5j9O) - A male power socket with a built-in switch and fuse for safe input from the wall (https://amzn.to/2nilGwE) - High-quality 14 AWG electrical wire (https://amzn.to/2mhkycJ) for secure connections - A DC power jack (female) for output connectivity (https://amzn.to/2ni3Slq) - Female XT60 connectors for DC 12V output (https://amzn.to/2nZXtM3) - A three-pin power cord for safe and convenient connection to the power supply unit - M4 screws (~10mm) for mounting the power socket securely - Six M3 screws for firmly attaching the power supply to the enclosure Assembly instructions: 1. Solder wires to the AC power socket, DC power jack, and XT60 connector according to standard electrical safety protocols. For accurate wiring guidance, refer to these detailed instructions (https://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-Up-a-Fused-AC-Male-Power-Socket/). 2. Insert the three sockets into the 3D printed case, ensuring a secure fit. 3. Keeping wire lengths as short as possible, attach them to the screw terminals on the power supply unit. Using the symbols from the power supply as a reference, connect the "ground," "neutral," and "hot" wires from the AC power socket to "earth," "neutral," and "load" respectively on the power supply unit. 4. Slide the power supply into its designated space within the case, allowing for easy access to all components. 5. Secure the power supply firmly using M3 screws on both sides of the enclosure.