IMPORTANT: This product is a digital download of a 3D printable file. If you require a physical print of this product check the description for a link the the physical print product!
Bender is a 3D printable case for the Heltec V3 LoRA Meshtastic powered Radio node. It features a bay for an 18650 battery holder and the ability to add a full size SMA connector so a variety of antenna's can be used. It also includes a 3D printable housing for the antenna included with the Heltec V3 that converts it into a hinged, hard bodied antenna (you can see this in the pictures of the black and white housing)
There are two front covers included, the standard which features the two push buttons for the Heltec controls and a second which includes a convenient On/Off switch.
Included in the download are the following:
Two front cover options - with switch and without
Two body options - top mounted antenna and side mounted
Rear Batter Cover
Antenna housing for the Heltec antenna
SMA Hex wrench
Release notes with details on print settings and bill of materials for the required hardware
Assembly requires no screws or glue with everything clipping together securely. You can see a video demonstrating Bender on YouTube here (I am not a YouTuber and waffle, apologies!) and a full assembly video will be available soon (its pretty self explanatory!)
The case prints easily in under 6 hours and requires only 50g of filament. The only hardware required (other than the Heltec and included battery cable) is the 18650 battery, battery holder and SMA cable (details provided with files) If you are in the UK you will soon be able to purchase a hardware kit that includes all of these components direct from our site.
This product is a digital download and requires a 3D printer to print. You will receive a link to download the 3D printable files within minutes of purchase.
If you do not have a 3D printer you canpurchase a Bender case with all hardware (minus the Heltec) from our site HERE.
Want to learn more about getting started with Meshtastic? Check out The Comms Channel playlist of excellent videos here.
IMPORTANT: THESE FILES ARE FOR YOUR OWN PERSONAL USE. NOT TO BE USED COMMERCIALLY. NOT TO BE RE-SOLD. YOU ARE NOT PERMITTED TO SELL 3D PRINTS OF BENDER. DON'T BE ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE.
When will I receive my order?
This is a digital download product You will receive a link via email shortly after purchase to download your files.
Do you provide instructions?
All digital downloads contain a release notes file with detailed instructions on how to print, assemble and a bill of materials for any hardware required.
