Mini Laser Distance Meter Cold Shoe Mount

I wanted a simple way to mount the laser distance meter directly on a camera while keeping the display and buttons accessible. The meter slides into the holder from the front and is guided by two rails running along the sides.

The holder also includes a flexible spring latch at the front to prevent the distance meter from sliding out accidentally. The latch can be lifted to remove the device.

Compatible device

I designed this mount specifically for the mini laser distance meter I purchased from AliExpress:

AliExpress item:
https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005009284051733.html

Please note that AliExpress listings sometimes change over time or may contain different product variants. Check the dimensions of your device before printing.

My distance meter measures approximately:

• Length: 56.2 mm

• Width: 21.6 mm

• Height: 13.63 mm

If your device has the same housing and dimensions, this mount should fit.

Features

• Standard camera cold shoe mount

• Slide-in design

• Open top for full access to the display and buttons

• Rear stop to position the distance meter

• Rear opening to make removal easier

• Flexible front locking tab

• Long side rails for a secure fit

• No screws or additional hardware required

• Parametric OpenSCAD source included

Printing

I recommend printing this model in PETG.

The first prototypes were printed in PLA, but PETG is better suited for the flexible locking mechanism because it is less brittle and can tolerate repeated bending better.

Suggested settings:

• Material: PETG recommended

• Layer height: 0.2 mm

• Perimeters: 3–4

• Infill: 20–30%

• Supports are necessary.

This ist Version 1.0 - Actually i'm working on a Version that is more durable (the latch is kind of flimsy), got a better fit (rounded corners) and should be printable without supports. 

Fit

The holder is designed for a fairly snug fit. Actual dimensions can vary slightly depending on printer calibration, extrusion width, filament, and slicer settings.

If the fit is too tight or too loose, the included OpenSCAD file makes it easy to adjust the internal dimensions.

Notes

This is a custom mount made around the exact distance meter linked above. There are many visually similar mini laser distance meters available, but their dimensions may differ slightly.

If you print one, feel free to post a Make and let me know how the fit works on your printer.

When I Reach Version 2.0 i will provide also the OpenScad Files, if you need them directly feel free to contact me :)