COREi64 Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 Thought I'd show you guys my new case design for the 32K Sidecar Memory Expansion card. I came up with this design because I wanted to protect the card I had just built for myself, and wanted to re-direct the LED out the side where it's easier to view. At the same time I decided to do a bit of a run on these cards, so if there's anyone looking for one, I can set you up. Here are some photos of my creation. I chose black for the back, and what appears in natural light to be a steel grey (to mirror the original case style of black with brushed metal top). What's interesting about this grey filament that I'm using here is that it's actually a glow in the dark blue, so when you shut it down for the night, you'll see an erie glow coming from the side of the machine. Thomas COREi64 Here's the board I put together: 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opry99er Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 See, now THAT is art. Absolutely lovely, my friend. Great work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mister35mm Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 Very nice. Looks really professional. Now add WiFi, SD card storage, and Pi Zero 2nd processor.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ti99iuc Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 Oh wow ! finally a decent case ! great, good job ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinphaltimus Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 That's pretty slick. Nice job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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+acadiel Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 Nice! If you start selling some, let us know when/where/how much. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift838 Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 The two-tone color scheme is Freakin awesome! Really makes it POP! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+jedimatt42 Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 I really like the spacers approach on the inside to keep the pcboard snugly in place. I also really like the styling of the case, and the raw look of your pcboard parts selection. The practicality of the door for the expansion headers, is that it won't work. The entire grey part will have to come off for a TIPI board to attach. I don't know what anyone else is building on that side of things. So you might simplify the print if you make them available, and just do away with the door. -M@ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega-TI Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 Gawd I truly LOVE the look of that case! It's actually PERFECT for those who just want to run with the 32K and a FinalGROM 99. After the final TIPI configuration is released and Erik's Tiny-PEB, I bet there will be custom case designs for those as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+OLD CS1 Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 eBay Seller: my427sc eBay Auction -- Item Number: 162958670706 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega-TI Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 eBay Seller: my427sc eBay Auction -- Item Number: 162958670706 Nice find! I had never heard of him before, but after checking out his eBay site, he's been around for quite a while, is a reputable seller and makes a lot of neat stuff. I'm glad he's dipped his toes into the TI world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COREi64 Posted March 23, 2018 Author Share Posted March 23, 2018 Hi again. Thank-you so much for your kind words. Very much appreciated. Makes the effort all worth while. With respect to the expansion port, I'm aware that there's nothing for it at the moment, but thought it might be nice for those experimenting that wanted to run say a ribbon cable out... Mostly I would expect it would remain closed for most people. The cover is very snugly in place, so no worries that it would fall out. If additional boards come out, I will either redesign the case, or possibly offer an updated lid that could accommodate any addons. If it was a new case, I would of course give anyone who bought one of these already a severely discounted price to upgrade to the new case design. The price you see on e-bay is elevated (to cover fees). I also have a shop where you can get it for less. Jedimatt42 - If you'd like a free case (any color/configuration you'd like), I'd like to mail one to you as a thank-you for providing the community such a wonderful add-on! Just send me a message and I'll set you up... no charge. Thomas COREi64 http://corei64.com/store/index.php?cPath=23 I hope you guys feel the pricing seems reasonable. Back in the 80's I was a Commodore guy, but always wanted to try the TI. Of course back then, it was one or the other... and I had made my choice. Now however, I'm enjoying learning and playing with my TI99. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndp630 Posted March 24, 2018 Share Posted March 24, 2018 I will definitely want a case when TiPi ships and you have a modified version to accodomate that add on to the 32k. Doug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COREi64 Posted March 24, 2018 Author Share Posted March 24, 2018 As soon as it's available and I can get my hands on one, I'll design an updated version of the case to include it! No problem. Thomas COREi64 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digdugnate Posted March 24, 2018 Share Posted March 24, 2018 ive been on vacation so a little late to the game. those are fantastic cases and i'll gladly buy one once I procure the 'small form factor' cards to start replacing my PEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COREi64 Posted March 26, 2018 Author Share Posted March 26, 2018 Thanks, glad you like the case design. Thomas ive been on vacation so a little late to the game. those are fantastic cases and i'll gladly buy one once I procure the 'small form factor' cards to start replacing my PEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COREi64 Posted March 29, 2018 Author Share Posted March 29, 2018 Someone wanted colors other than the black/grey you've seen so far. Thought I'd show what that looks like. Thomas COREi64 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Ksarul Posted March 29, 2018 Share Posted March 29, 2018 That looks nice in orange! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega-TI Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 That looks nice in orange! You know, I have to admit it... it actually does! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega-TI Posted April 6, 2018 Share Posted April 6, 2018 One of the things I really like about this case is the metal retainers/attachments for the screws. A lot of 3D printed stuff have the screws going straight into the plastic, which can get sloppy over time if you have to open it up to change jumpers or anything. This is quality construction. It appears a lot of time and thought went into it's design. I was also impressed by the inclusion of a little Allen wrench for the screws. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega-TI Posted April 7, 2018 Share Posted April 7, 2018 I've been thinking lately that the "Ultimate 3D Printed Case" for the TIPI would resemble a mini TI Peripheral Expansion Box in tower format. EVERYTHING would be in one plug in unit. The lower area would snugly fit the Speech, 32K and TIPI while the top would have a slot to hold the Raspberry Pi. All the cords would be enclosed. Below is a rough 'idea' of what it might resemble. I think my image here looks taller than it would really be, but you get the idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LASooner Posted April 7, 2018 Share Posted April 7, 2018 I'd like to see a low profile replacement for the speech synthesizer that uses Matt's pin expansion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega-TI Posted April 7, 2018 Share Posted April 7, 2018 I'd like to see a low profile replacement for the speech synthesizer that uses Matt's pin expansion. Yeah, that would make for a thinner profile for sure. Dunno how long something like that would take to develop, but once I get the next case I'm calling a halt to further expansion for awhile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega-TI Posted April 22, 2018 Share Posted April 22, 2018 I can't wait for COREi64 to come out with his TIPI case... my setup works great, but it looks like crap. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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