Moonlander Plug Protector (and reset key holder)

I plug/unplug my keyboard at least twice a day, and was a bit worried about the plug on the keyboard wearing out with use (I've seen it happen to other USB-C devices).

I created this “protector” to house a USB-C extender that can act as a consumable should the plug ever wear out.

This also allowed me a space to be able to fit a reset key (just one of the phone SIM tools that I seem to have many of around the house) so I can flash new firmware without having to dig through my bag to find the key.

I've included the STEP file in case someone wants to modify the model to fit a different SIM tool.

BOM:

• USB-C Extender
• SIM tool (I can't find it on amazon, but I have like 6 of these laying around the house from various phone purchases)

Print tips

I printed this in MatterHackers Black Build Series PETG, with the top side up. My printer has dual extruders so I was able to print PLA supports to keep the hole open. You could try to print this with the shorter side up, but IDK how well the catch for the SIM tool will print if you do that. I don't think trying to do the bridging in the hole (and definitely not supports) with PETG) is going to work well, so if you can't do multi-material, make sure you've got your supports dialed in, and probably use something like PLA. 

I gave the print a quick sanding (400 grit) and some oil to get the texture to match the keyboard.

Assembly

It's a bit of a tight fit to get the extender into the print, I just gave it a few light taps with a rubber mallet to get it in. You want it to be a tight fit so that the extender doesn't come out of the print when plug/unplugging the cable. You might also want to put some double sided tape between the keyboard and the print to anchor it in well.