AZGTi – Improved Battery Lid 3D Printer Model

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Summary

2024/03/31 edit, added two simpler versions:

  • LID_ONLY: just the lid, so you can do your own modifications
  • LID+BASE: the lid with a short base. I don't know, it might be useful. I did some prototyping with this version

I designed this as an improvement over the original battery compartment lid of the Skywatcher AZGTi mount.

The AZGTi_lid.stl offers:

  • GX12-2 power connector (same as AZEQ6 and many other Skywatcher mounts)
  • Secondary XT60 power connector
  • USB power powered by LM2596

This lid allows me to use the same cables that I use for my AZEQ6. Additionally, with regards to my setup, I can:

  • Power the camera (dummy battery connected to the XT60 socket)
  • Power an active 10m USB 3 extension cable (5V 2A)

If you want this exact design, you might need to refine some parts a little bit. Also, I discovered that maybe not all LM2596 breakout boards are the same. This model might not be 100% accurate for your board.

Consider that the "tooth" or clip is not alligned to the face of the lid. Therefore you can't print it flat, it is required to keep it standing up. Support needed for the clip and the two little indent

AZGTi_lid+base.stl 144.3KB
AZGTi_lid.stl 196.0KB
AZGTi_lid_only.stl 98.7KB