Portable Pi + SDR Case
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Portable case for a Raspberry Pi and SDR. Usefully for mobile reception of ADS-B, ACARS and other signals.
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Model information
- Source
- Printables
- Category
- Portable Devices
- License
- Creative Commons — Attribution — Noncommercial
This is a portable Raspberry Pi and Software Defined Radio (SDR) case.
There are different configuraitons available and an optional Waveshare 2.9in E-Ink display can be fitted.
Further information, links to all recommended parts, software for a portable ADS-B receiver setup and wiring instructions can be found on github.
Options:
There are several variants available:
- Case Front:
- Display - This has a slot for a Waveshare 2.in e-Paper Module
- No Display - This has a blank front plate
- Lids:
- With Support - These lids require support material to print properly (recommended).
- No Support - These lids don't need support material to print, however the case will end up slightly less sturdy.
- Lid Tops:
- [A] Variant - These Lids have a 6mm hole for a toggle switch.
- [B] Variant - These Lids do not have a hole for a switch.
Printing
All parts are intended to be printed in the provided orientation.
- Recommended print settings:
- Layer height: 0.2mm
- Outer Walls: 2 loops
- Infill: 15-25% Gyroid
- Supports:
- For the Case and Lids - No Support, no supports are required.
- The Lids - With Support require support.
Required Parts:
Printed:
1x Lid Top
1x Lid Bottom
1x Case Front
1x Case Rear
Hardware:
8x M4 threaded insert for 5.6mm hole size
8x M4x12mm allen key bolt
4x Mounting screws for the Pi (M2.5x5mm or similar size)
Electronics:
1x Raspberry Pi (3/4/5)
1x SDR - Nooelec NESDR SMArt recommended, but similar sized one will work as well
1x USB-A to USB-A extension cable (20-30cm)
1x USB-C panel mount (Amazon)
1x USB-C to Micro-USB cable (20-30cm)
1x (optional) Mommentary 3 Position Toggle Switch - (ON) - OFF - (ON) - with 6mm mounting hole diameter
1x (optional) Waveshare 2.9in E-Ink Display Module (Waveshare)
1x (optional) GPS Module - Beitian BN-220 or similar recommended