Creative Case Hacks: No 3D Printer Required!

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  • Опубліковано 5 сер 2024
  • Ben unplugs the 3-D printer, laser cutter, and CNC machine and gets to work creating a custom case by hand. He shares tips and tricks to help you build a cool enclosure for your next project.
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  • @PVznPie
    @PVznPie 9 років тому +63

    Lol when he said "look how tough it is" and he dropped it a screw came out

  • @HansFerreyra
    @HansFerreyra 11 років тому +2

    This should be a series, like "Ben Unplugged" Watching him use everyday tools gives me way better tips on how to build projects in general. Great show by the way.

  • @goosesan
    @goosesan 4 роки тому

    You are the best Ben. Never stop to amaze me what you can do, plus I'm thankful for you to share your knowledge.

  • @muh1h1
    @muh1h1 11 років тому

    THANK YOU for making the ads shorter! i must say i got really annoyed by the long ads in the past, and the current ad is great, makes the product look a lot better actually!

  • @DimerNL
    @DimerNL 9 років тому +23

    "look at how tough it is" > screw jumps out. lmao. Otherwise inspiring as usual ;)

    • @0809d5
      @0809d5 9 років тому +1

      lmao

    • @roryadam
      @roryadam 9 років тому +4

      14:31 turning screw and if you turn up volume you hear the glue break thats holding the nylon thingy...the look how tough it is caught my eye as well but it was in fact a screw on his desk that jumped up onto the case

  • @xXYannuschXx
    @xXYannuschXx 8 років тому +5

    Why haven't I heard from this channel before? THIS IS AWESOME!

  • @Bladedragonlord
    @Bladedragonlord 11 років тому +1

    Great ideas for low budget prototyping! Thanks as always Ben! :)

  • @xXFIREWIREXx
    @xXFIREWIREXx 11 років тому +1

    cut squares around the spacer templates using a ruler instead of circles. this means that the spaces only meets the paper at 4 points and avoids the paper sticking to the glue.I have also just realized how much better loctite superglue is than cheap stuff. so so strong. you can also mount your spacers to your pcbs or parts and then cover the bases in glue and stick to the plastic. this will ensure they fit well

  • @darkmojojojo
    @darkmojojojo 11 років тому

    I'm glad you posted this. I had no idea about engraving plastic. Not being about to afford a CNC or 3D Printer, this is priceless.

  • @zezeA380
    @zezeA380 9 років тому

    Nice, thanks for the inspiration Ben!

  • @RobDaNet
    @RobDaNet 6 років тому

    This is the first video I watched from this channel and I find what the author is doing really creative and smart. I don't understand (and I never will) why people has to be mean or rude when you are just showing good 'healthy' things. Don't get me wrong, I think it's fine to have a joke, but some times I get the impression that people (some) just comment to relief their frustration/anger. Keep up the great work.

  • @KapilaSudesh
    @KapilaSudesh 11 років тому

    Thank you for the awesome tutorials!

  • @jpnc2319
    @jpnc2319 6 років тому

    My hero! awesome ideas, thank you sooo much!

  • @AiRsTrIkE3
    @AiRsTrIkE3 11 років тому

    Great episode, thanks ben!

  • @mlucianoeze
    @mlucianoeze 11 років тому

    The day is here! I was waiting for this video a long time ago!

  • @HashRL
    @HashRL 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the inspiration!

  • @zach0eats0babies
    @zach0eats0babies 10 років тому +3

    15:35 "look how tough it is." **sees a screw pop out and roll on the corner**

  • @solidus784
    @solidus784 11 років тому

    Excellent video thanks a lot

  • @trendkilla254
    @trendkilla254 10 років тому +5

    @6:50 sounds like the beginning of a terminator movie. "When the machines came around"

  • @tbarkalial_saafy2594
    @tbarkalial_saafy2594 6 років тому

    Exactly what I want ,
    thank you very very very much.

  • @RomanAKozak
    @RomanAKozak 11 років тому

    Can't wait for the quadracopter!!!

  • @FutureInventions
    @FutureInventions 11 років тому

    This video is so helpful.

  • @vivekmishra69
    @vivekmishra69 11 років тому

    You are awesome man and I love this show.. :)

  • @Driinufyer98
    @Driinufyer98 11 років тому

    Thanks dude!

  • @henrikrognerudbrresen7845
    @henrikrognerudbrresen7845 10 років тому +2

    what touch screen did you use for the raspberry pi laptop??

  • @DustanWebb
    @DustanWebb 11 років тому

    Oh yea cant wait for the Quadcopter episode Ive been thinking of making one for some time and it will be nice to see you do it so I can maybe follow your lead! Keep up the awesome work

  • @Roadworrieor
    @Roadworrieor 11 років тому

    Thanks your a big help

  • @aquamentus8951
    @aquamentus8951 6 років тому

    Thanks, this video will come handy

  • @albiiiiii_
    @albiiiiii_ 11 років тому

    Thanks Ben this is exactly what i need for my PI laptop :)

  • @ThePowerfulGameman
    @ThePowerfulGameman 10 років тому +2

    10:45 Yup, that aluminium will be Ben'd. Haha, get it?

  • @CamLabsMC
    @CamLabsMC 11 років тому

    This would be an awesome discovery show!

  • @Superarragon7
    @Superarragon7 11 років тому

    Look at how tough it is! **Screw falls out**

  • @VrhoAirlines
    @VrhoAirlines 11 років тому

    Low your show man. Great work!!! Keep it up ;)

  • @perrymitchell7118
    @perrymitchell7118 11 років тому

    Cheers Ben

  • @stuartanderson9471
    @stuartanderson9471 10 років тому +1

    I won that staring contest!, only cause this is so interesting that i cant take my eyes off the screen!

  • @AbzWayne
    @AbzWayne 11 років тому +1

    And yet again, another interesting video... I have a good idea for stuff, but not having the tools to do it all, makes me wonder HOW !! Engraving plastic and aluminium flat stock !! Such a simple way of getting stuff done! I do have a hot glue gun ... Somewhere... As for the other tools, I can get them if need be ;) Love the videos.. Hugz fae a Daft and Cuddly Scotsman.

  • @Chrismettal
    @Chrismettal 11 років тому

    Really like the new SHORT commercials!

  • @igbuilt8829
    @igbuilt8829 11 років тому

    THANK YOU SOOO MUCH

  • @BryceThorup
    @BryceThorup 11 років тому

    You should do more videos like this for those of us who don't have access to the sweet equipment.

  • @CSTRSK
    @CSTRSK 11 років тому

    really stable!

  • @harrio34
    @harrio34 11 років тому

    A real erector kit LOL, am I the only one who cracked up when he said that?

  • @Driinufyer98
    @Driinufyer98 11 років тому

    Thanks!

  • @Uniquez0Smarty
    @Uniquez0Smarty 11 років тому

    I love this

  • @gaming-zombie1392
    @gaming-zombie1392 10 років тому

    That AWESOME!!!!!

  • @Mercy_Moon
    @Mercy_Moon 11 років тому

    Nice!

  • @ACPCalin
    @ACPCalin 11 років тому

    Quadcopter! Can't wait! :)

  • @remcokatz
    @remcokatz 11 років тому +1

    Perfect timing, need to build a case for my psp arcade cabinet.

  • @TheWhiteeagleX
    @TheWhiteeagleX 11 років тому

    Im a huge fan i love your vids! :)

  • @Magicnaners
    @Magicnaners 11 років тому

    That Pie laptop looks cool! Kinda wanna get one of those now.

  • @astrialkil
    @astrialkil 11 років тому

    Lincoln Logs !!! !! they brought them back. Real wood and all.

  • @calvinthedestroyer
    @calvinthedestroyer 11 років тому

    Pretty slick case! And don't forget, if you have access to a 3D printer you can print out some of the Pinball machine parts. Just look for your local Hacker Space to find a 3D printer to use :)

  • @Teddy_Bear312
    @Teddy_Bear312 10 років тому

    why would someone dislike this??? those are amazing videos...

  • @k4kfh
    @k4kfh 11 років тому

    RASPBERRY PI! I am twelve and that is the thing I use for EVERYTHING! I am going to hack up and ION ICADE and hook all the controls into an iPAC board. Then I can use it as a cool, usb control panel for my raspberry pi MAME console. Really simple, but it is a little pricey to build the control panel...Happy Hacking!

  • @lmeza1983
    @lmeza1983 10 років тому +1

    really nice thanks for the tips, I feel alienated when you use the laser cutter or cncs. =(
    Hope I can build my cnc router anytime soon, still a long way to go.

  • @87steveom
    @87steveom 10 років тому +9

    I don't have a 2D printer or a 3D one, I only have a 1D printer but it can also print in 0D. Is there a way I can get it to print in -1D?

    • @JonathanGray89
      @JonathanGray89 10 років тому +8

      Just run your 1D printer in reverse. Check if it has a reverse switch first. If not you might have to mess with the space-time continuum. Not recommended. If you slip into another dimension you're screwed.

    • @87steveom
      @87steveom 10 років тому +5

      Jonathan Gray Thanks, that worked. I removed all the flux capacitor fluid first as to not mess up the space-time continuum. But I now have this black spot in my office and no light can escape from it. Any ideas how to get rid of it?

    • @Valtra103
      @Valtra103 9 років тому

      87steveom
      Use black light catcher device with elements turning 1.0001 times faster than speed of light.

    • @corinth6402
      @corinth6402 7 років тому

      Steve87 if u go into the hole u will need to have a straightforward quantum tunnel

    • @corinth6402
      @corinth6402 7 років тому

      Or get a anti singularity capsule and again hide in the quantum tunnel just don't get lost

  • @beninreallife
    @beninreallife 11 років тому

    that would be awesome

  • @DjClimamusic
    @DjClimamusic 10 років тому

    Nice one :)

  • @Theladorn
    @Theladorn 11 років тому

    Why not use something like spray adhesive for attaching the template to the plastic? It ensures the template won't move at all and is easily cleaned up when the scribing is complete.

  • @MrHello12314
    @MrHello12314 11 років тому

    "look how tough it is!" screw pops out lol

  • @DavideNastri
    @DavideNastri 10 років тому +8

    You are total inspiration to me!
    God bless you!
    Where do you usually get good nintendo pads (originals or incredibly good clones)?

    • @BeatlesCuber
      @BeatlesCuber 10 років тому +1

      EBay....

    • @BeatlesCuber
      @BeatlesCuber 10 років тому +1

      EBay....

    • @NicholasHatala
      @NicholasHatala 9 років тому +1

      Ebay....

    • @DavideNastri
      @DavideNastri 9 років тому

      Ebay is not an answer, friends...
      "Where can I get a great scarf?"
      "Ebay"
      I was looking for a company or a seller or anything tested and "touched": thanks ***** :)

    • @BeatlesCuber
      @BeatlesCuber 9 років тому +1

      Davide Nastri sorry a good place is www(dot)asmretro(dot)com

  • @0xbenedikt
    @0xbenedikt 9 років тому

    What is this engraving plastic? Where can I get it from?

  • @bajojohn
    @bajojohn 9 років тому

    I was thinking... you could shape a 2x4 (or maybe a 2x8 or wider) to the outside dimensions of your case. Then bend plexiglass around the form using a heating. The top and back could be made the same way you showed with plexiglass. Maybe cutting most of the openings with a Drexel on a router base. You could even setup stops to guide the router cuts. Then the outside could be beveled with a router as well.

  • @kennyboyer5882
    @kennyboyer5882 5 років тому

    hey how can i make something like i was thinking about making a mini laptop case but i dont have 3d printer what can i use ty ty

  • @Hamster_90901
    @Hamster_90901 11 років тому

    this is helpful for my project. I'm putting a Raspberry Pi into a PSP and I need more space for the screen so I could plastic on the side to raise it up a bit and then super glue the parts in.

  • @rmzweb
    @rmzweb 11 років тому

    Hey Ben, great show. ever thought about casting your cases with liquid plastic?

  • @DanFrederiksen
    @DanFrederiksen 11 років тому

    if you have to do custom case by hand I'd perhaps prefer carving a shape in wood then coat with 2 comp casting plastic and finish the surface and use that for mold for casting plastic case. that can look decent and be sturdy.

  • @finaleffectstudios9783
    @finaleffectstudios9783 11 років тому

    Where did you buy the engraving plastic from? I would like to try to make a case for a raspberry pi.

  • @bumthundy4631
    @bumthundy4631 10 років тому +3

    you are the bob ross of diy

  • @rick5078
    @rick5078 5 років тому

    print on self adhesive paper, much easier to apply and if you get the cheap kind, the adhesive is weak enough to remove without problems. Just a wipe down with alcohol afterwards to get rid of adhesive residues and voila.

  • @loubilly
    @loubilly 11 років тому

    great advice for people who don't have all the tools at their disposal

  • @RumbleStormHQ
    @RumbleStormHQ 11 років тому

    Cool

  • @igbuilt8829
    @igbuilt8829 11 років тому

    what design software should I use

  • @Zunferth
    @Zunferth 11 років тому

    What kind of plastic are you using? Thanks and Awesome video especially for me since i'm 14 and nowhere near enough money for a 3d printer and saving up for a 3doodler.

  • @docterxanius407
    @docterxanius407 11 років тому

    Also wonder where I can get all the soldering parts and what not like where to buy one and how to do it

  • @Henrymejia
    @Henrymejia 11 років тому

    Cant wait for the quadcopter

  • @SlumberingDragonEntertainment
    @SlumberingDragonEntertainment 11 років тому

    Is that the touch screen designed for the Raspberry Pi? Looking forward to more.

  • @themadhacker9376
    @themadhacker9376 7 років тому

    quite spiffy good sir!

  • @eddyapple4202
    @eddyapple4202 6 років тому

    I still have a laptop kinda like the one he was making except the laptop runs ms-dos and actually works just don't know where the charger when to so i can charge it

  • @RandomFilmmaker
    @RandomFilmmaker 11 років тому

    See the electrical circuit, but I really don't have the slightest queue about drawing electrical schemes, could you make a video on them, since, you are allready sharing tips and tricks?

  • @TheAbstractAnt
    @TheAbstractAnt 11 років тому

    yes

  • @Driinufyer98
    @Driinufyer98 11 років тому

    Ben! Am a big fan of your show and work! It inspires me a lot but being 15 years old is a huge set back for me as I don't have the required budget to buy proper appliances.. What type of beginner project do you recommend for a 15 year old ?

  • @TomHowbridge
    @TomHowbridge 11 років тому

    Looking forward to the quadcopter ep

  • @RubSomefastOnIt
    @RubSomefastOnIt 11 років тому

    no way! linkin logs are the best! used to make a little teeter totter out of them with the flat roof parts an put something on one end and launch it by smacking the other end lol. plus much better to step on in the dark with bare feet.

  • @Jeffball610
    @Jeffball610 11 років тому

    I would suggest new users to have a straight edge to make straight cuts. Ben is very experienced, but newer hackers and most others should take advantage of the tools.

  • @Driinufyer98
    @Driinufyer98 11 років тому

    Does anyone have a link to where I can buy that type of engraving plastic?

  • @RandomMacFive
    @RandomMacFive 11 років тому

    Possible to re-render and upload?

  • @williamsvpro
    @williamsvpro 10 років тому

    Is your book published in Sweden, or can I order it somewhere?

  • @Bladedragonlord
    @Bladedragonlord 11 років тому

    You could always use 2 part epoxy once you know the screw mounts are in the right places! :)

  • @smrts
    @smrts 11 років тому

    can engraving plastic be shaped using heat? like the vinyl for vacuform.

  • @15coryjk
    @15coryjk 11 років тому

    does anyone know what ben uses to scale/design these builds

  • @NightFlyer
    @NightFlyer 11 років тому

    Could you use a dremel for cutting the plastic

  • @LesKing72
    @LesKing72 9 років тому +14

    If you "unplugged the 3D printer" then why is it running?

    • @element14presents
      @element14presents  9 років тому +1

      Perhaps the data, not the power.

    • @LesKing72
      @LesKing72 9 років тому

      The Ben Heck Show But it would require data to print something, and it is printing something...

    • @hasnieking
      @hasnieking 9 років тому

      ***** Maybe the data is already in the printers memory

    • @mechaturtles
      @mechaturtles 9 років тому +2

      He didn't mean it literally.

    • @hpdeskjet2596
      @hpdeskjet2596 8 років тому +1

      +Les King (Lesking72)
      wireless?

  • @VernalGooofy
    @VernalGooofy 11 років тому

    Could you do some simple computer case hacks? :) Just some simple and cool things you can do to a case :)

  • @willhamill3412
    @willhamill3412 11 років тому

    I am making a super simple and compact pi-computer or pi-puter with a pi ( obviously), a RII 2.4 GHz wireless mini keyboard ( black) and a 4.3 inch reversing monitor with an aluminium laser cut and soldered case and very small hinges so it can fold over with pi andLCD reversing monitor on the top half and the keyboard on the bottom. Though like your pi portible it is earphones only and I can't find a small enough power source to fit in it.

  • @rail176
    @rail176 10 років тому +1

    i have a problem with my remote i cant see the keyboard at night and i wish you can also make it game pad . i have Google lg TV model number 47g2 it runs on android . please the keys don't light up. it works a little like a we remote .

  • @XXODD1982
    @XXODD1982 11 років тому

    Question, is there a reason why you are not using flat countersunk screws on the back? Btw, love your channel

  • @APVHD
    @APVHD 11 років тому

    Where did you get the touch screen for rasberry pi

  • @Black5Lion
    @Black5Lion 11 років тому

    Can you make a PC case with same materials as this one?
    Or is the plastic too fragile/weak to carry have components?
    My general idea is something small like a Mini-ITX case.

  • @TapeW69
    @TapeW69 8 років тому

    Ben is NASA

  • @SquidOfOverkill
    @SquidOfOverkill 11 років тому +1

    Great now I need a printer!