I didn't like the case provided by Makerbase for the Servo57c, it still leaves a lot of open holes for chips to come in and might damage your controller. I wanted it to look more like a professional servo ;). So I started drawing, this is my result for now. I am waiting for the connectors to arrive.
I also included the Fusion360 project. For those who want to fit in there own connector, just edit the “ConnectorHole” sketch. Internal there is ~ 26x26mm space, outside there is ~ 32x32mm of space
Remixing is allowed, but please remember to refer back to this page.
NOTE:
- Some Nema23 Motors need drilling and tapping, but for the most it should just fit. This can be done the easiest by removing the back plate.
- The JST connector needs to be removed from the PCB!
Needed material:
Print instructions:
- I would recommend ASA to print the parts. But ABS / PETG will probably work as well
- The knob needs to be printed 3 times. These are quite small and challenging to print, adding a brim of 5mm might make it easier.
- The “BackAndDisplayCase” and “ButtonText” can be printed in multi color. If you can not print multiple colors just print it without the text and add a support blocker over there.
- The other parts should be printed with support.
Mounting instructions:
Preparations:
- Print the parts
- Test if the knobs can move freely in there holes.
- Remove the JST connector from the PCB.
>> I cut the leads on the back of the connector and removed the pins from the holes using solder wick and a little pushing with my soldering iron. - (optional) Drill and tap m3 holes in the back plate of your stepper motor.
>> In my case this was necessary because I was not able to insert another M3 screw in the existing holes. With “StepperOnline.com” Nema23 motors the drilling and tapping is not needed. - Insert the hot melt nuts with a soldering iron.
>> I always set it to ~ 240 degree Celsius and have a little patience ;) - Solder ~10cm wires to the connector
- Mount the connector to the "MotorAndConnectorCase" using the m3x10 flat head bolts
- Glue the magnet to the axis of the stepper.
>> I used a printed adapter for this to center the magnet. Because every motor is different you have to design this adapter yourself.
Installation:
- Lead the motor wires through the hole in the connector case.
- Screw the "MotorAndConnectorCase" with the PCB on the back of the stepper motor.
>> I used the bolts that came with the Servo57C. - Solder the wires from the connector to the PCB pads where the JST connector was.
>> See the second Photo - Connect the motor wires.
- Test everything and do the calibration.
- Insert the knobs and screw the "BackAndDisplayCase" to the “MotorAndConnectorCase"