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3D Print Your Own Case

Want to print your own case? Download the STL files below and print at home or through a print service. The electronics board is identical across all case versions.

Case 2 — Base & Lid

Includes USBC-EditionCaseBase_2-v16.stl and USBC-EditionCaseLid_2-v16.stl. A light pipe is not included — see the note below for compatible part numbers.

Light Pipe

The case is designed for a 3 mm round press-fit Dialight Optopipe® 515 series light pipe (reverse-mount, vertical). You need to source one separately. Two recommended options:

Part Number Lens Effect
51513050125F Domed · diffused Soft, wide-angle glow. Good all-round choice for a subtle status indicator.
51513040188F Flat · clear Crisp, focused output. Higher apparent brightness on-axis.
Both parts press-fit into a 3.07 mm panel hole — no tools required. Available from Digi-Key, Mouser, and Arrow. Material: RoHS-compliant UL94-V0 polycarbonate, UV stabilised, halogen-free.

What to Use

Material is your choice. Recommendations for daily in-car use:

Material Verdict
PETG Recommended. Good heat resistance, easy to print, dimensionally stable.
ABS Recommended. Excellent heat resistance — best for hot climates or direct sun.
PLA Works in moderate conditions but may soften in a car parked in direct sun.
Nylon PA12-HP Used in the factory Upgraded version. Excellent heat and flex resistance.

Prefer a ready-made case? The Standard (PLA) and Upgraded (Nylon PA12-HP) versions ship with the adapter on Tindie →

California Prop 65 Notice

If you print with PLA or other common filament materials, a Prop 65 warning may apply depending on your specific filament. Always check your filament manufacturer's documentation for applicable safety information before printing.

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