Modular Button Box

A modular framework for creating control panels for simulators.
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updated January 26, 2026

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Ever dreamed about building a cockpit but you don't have the space? This project is for you!

Build control panels for any simulator, as small or large as you want.
Each control panel can be attached to another side by side or above and below.

I have included a few standard layouts of buttons and toggles, but you will also find step files for a blank panel ready for you to cut holes in with your favorite cad software.

There are mounting holes for attaching a Raspberry Pi Pico inside or outside the base of the panel.

To mount a panel behind/above another, use the Panel Riser.
To attach the panels to a surface or desk, use the Mounting Bracket.
The panels and risers can be attached to each other using M5 bolts, length depends on configuration.

For the included panels i have used these components:
12mm Toggle
Rectangular Button

For the software i recommend my own open source project, Gordons Sim Controller.

Panels:
4Tg4B - 4 toggles (guarded) and 4 buttons.
4T8B - 4 toggles and 4 buttons.
8B - 8 buttons
8T - 8 toggles

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