RatRig V-Minion Electronics Enclosure

Rear mounted Enclosure for the V-Minion
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updated December 29, 2022

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This is a Remix, merge and refactor of SquirrelBrain's and Orson80's awesome case designs for the RatRig V-Minion.

 

I needed more space for my SKR3-EZ, which the Orson80s design fit, but I also like SquirrelBrain's RPI modular design, so I merged them.
 

Main Differences:

  • Added dual fans on the lid with shrouds to protect from falling debris.
  • Added openings for Y-motor.
  • Changed lid to open from the top and separate from the sides for easy access when wiring.
  • Thicken universally.
  • Thicken lid using honeycomb to cut down on material used.
  • Footprint offset now supports easy extension for larger boards like the Octopus and Manta.
  • .step file includes a variable to set the board hole size. Included files are for 3mm heat inserts.
  • Added tie-wrap mount points.
  • Re-orientated the boards.

 

Currently supports:

  • SKR2
  • SKR3/3-EZ
  • SKR E3 MINI V3
  • SKR PICO

Parts Needed:

9 - M3x4 Heat Inserts

1 - M6x6 (rear frame mount)

1 - M6x4 (side frame mount)

2 - M6 t-slot nuts

9 - M3x8 Socket Head Cap Bolts.

 

I included the RPI4 mount from SquirrelBrain's project. All of his other RPI mounts will work as well.

Installation Tips:

  • Lid fans flow direction is towards the board. This is to keep cooler air from hitting the bottom of the bed.
  • Install the heat inserts for the board from the bottom of the enclosure.
  • For the SKR2/3, install the top left bolt first. 
    • Context: For all of these minion cases, space is tight. 
    • Trying to keep the build volume < 180mm for those who this might be their only printer (for now).
  • The USB connections to the RPI are also tight against the side of the case, but will fit.
    • I suggest ordering a set of these to be able to remove the RPI easily without having to remove the lid: https://a.co/d/eVGiaVJ
    • On v3, I will add 10mm to that side which should be enough clearance and will keep it under 180mm.

Contact:

  • Please leave any feedback, good or bad. 
  • .step file is included but I am willing to make updates if they're needed for improvements.


Revison Updates:

12/23/22 :


12/24/22 :

  • Added chase for z motor harness.
  • Corrected 6mm rear frame mount. I added a support so the case would not deform as it was tightened. This was causing the lid to be hard to align.
  • Corrected (2) 6mm frame mount clearances.
  • Corrected board orientation to keep stepper drivers heatsinks away from the RPI.

 

Happy Printing!

 

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