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GET THE FILES AT
magpi.cc/2kS9K1f
USE 3DHUBS.COM
to print your case!
Feature THE BIG BUILD
What you need to know about 3D-printing the Pi GRRL 2 case
PRINT THE CASE
he proliferation and advancement of 3D
printing has been a huge boon for the
maker community, enabling you to create
wonderful chassis and cases for your final products.
The PiGRRL series has a number of cases built
around the Raspberry Pi that allow for maximum
efficiency in size, while also allowing for a fully
operational handheld.
For this project, we’re going to make use of the
slightly larger PiGRRL 2 case for maximum comfort,
and also so we can use the extra space to install a
bigger battery into it. Here’s how to make your own.
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HOW TO PRINT
YOUR 3D CASE
STEP-01
GET THE FILES
The full PiGRRL 2 case files can be
downloaded from magpi.cc/2kS9K1f,
although there are more files here than
what you actually need to print. The ones
you’ll need from the pack are:
pigrrl2-top.stl
pigrrl2-bot.stl
pitft-buttons.stl
dpad2.stl
action-btns.stl
pause-start.stl
shoulder-btns.stl
shoulder-mount.stl
STEP-02
FIND A 3D
PRINTER
It can be tricky to find a good 3D printing service
online, so unless you have access to a 3D printer, we
highly recommend using 3DHubs.com. It lists local 3D
printing services, along with an estimated completion
time and reviews. The files we downloaded also work
with the service.
STEP-03
UPLOAD FILES
Once you’ve selected your printer, you’ll be asked to upload
the files. Double-check you’ve selected the correct ones and
make sure they upload properly – you’ll get an error if they fail.
Usually, trying again will work. You also only need one of each,
and ABS or PLA are great materials to use for the parts.