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I’ve been using old ssd cases (aluminium ones), which would otherwise end up in trash. Drill four holes, use a screw to create threads in those holes. Lay some
by prashnts 7y ago
I’ve been using old ssd cases (aluminium ones), which would otherwise end up in trash. Drill four holes, use a screw to create threads in those holes. Lay some thermal tape, and mount the pi. I haven’t seen it rise above 60degs — plus it looks alright in my opinion. Few pictures here [1].
I got rid of the ports because I don’t need them (headless) and so they mostly fit entirely. I’ll make some sorta cover though.
Edit: Forgot to mention that these cases are strong. It fell a few times and nothing visibly bad. I added Pimoroni shim in second iteration because I did want to keep hdmi there. Also left the Ethernet leds for indicator lights.
https://imgur.com/a/5DdWQ68 https://imgur.com/a/5DdWQ68
- penagwin 7y agoI have over 4 RPi's and many SSDs and I've never thought of that, nice!
- pwg 7y ago> use a screw to create threads in those holes You'll get better quality threads, and it will likely be easier, if you use a proper tap to create the threads: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tap_and_die https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tap_and_die
- prashnts 7y agoThanks for the pointer. I was mostly using discard material and accidentally discovered that screws can make threads (yeah, not a machinist) — otherwise I’d planned to use nuts on the other side. I might be able to find a tap at maker space nearby — I didn’t know what a “thread making tool” was called.
- prashnts 7y agoAdding to that, these cases are an exact fit for three raspberry pi zeros, laid flat. I made a pHAT display board with it. Pictures: https://imgur.com/a/bhnESTS https://imgur.com/a/bhnESTS