[WIP] Raspberry Pi 5 Snap-Fit Case - Needs Testing

Welcome!

This design originally started as a school project, but unfortunately, I ran out of time to test-print it in the lab. Please note that the photos are Onshape and Blender renders—I don't currently own a 3D printer at home to verify it myself. The CAD tolerances are designed to be precise, but since this is an untested prototype, I would highly appreciate your feedback on the snap-fit connections. If you print this, please share a "Make" and let me know how it fits!

RASPBERRY PI 5 SNAP-FIT CASE A clean, two-piece snap-fit enclosure designed specifically for the new Raspberry Pi 5. It features a hexagonal mesh for maximum airflow and allows for a completely toolless assembly.

KEY FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS

• Snap-Fit Assembly: Toolless design, no screws or magnets required.

• Optimal Airflow: Hexagonal mesh top and ventilated bottom slots to keep your Pi cool.

• Precise Alignment: Cutouts tailored for Raspberry Pi 5 ports (USB, Ethernet, dual micro-HDMI, and USB-C power).

• GPIO Access: Dedicated slot for easy access to the pins.

• Modder Friendly: Both .STL and .STEP files are included!

PRINTING & ASSEMBLY

• Plate 1 (Top Shell): Print flat on its top face (hex mesh facing the build plate).

• Plate 2 (Bottom Shell): Print flat on its bottom face.

• Supports: Designed to be printed without supports, though your printer's bridging capabilities will determine how clean the snap-fit slots turn out.

• Assembly: Simply place the Raspberry Pi 5 onto the bottom mounting pillars, align the ports with the cutouts, and press the top shell down until the tabs click into place.

VISUAL GUIDE TO FILES

• Grey: Top Shell with hex mesh

• Orange: Bottom Shell with snap-fit tabs and mounting pillars

If you like the design or want to help me save up Prusameters for my first 3D printer, please drop a like!