enclosure-designer_skill

This skill helps you quickly design 3D-printable enclosures for Arduino and ESP32 projects with parametric OpenSCAD templates and print guidance.

Python

6

GitHub Stars

1

Bundled Files

2 months ago

Catalog Refreshed

4 months ago

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Readme & install

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Installation

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npx veilstrat add skill wedsamuel1230/arduino-skills --skill enclosure-designer

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Overview

This skill guides the design and generation of 3D-printable enclosures for Arduino, ESP32, and RP2040 projects. It provides parametric design guidance, ready OpenSCAD templates, and practical printing and material advice. The goal is a fast, reliable workflow from measurements to printable SCAD/STL output.

How this skill works

You provide board dimensions, component heights, connector positions and required cutouts. The skill uses parametric OpenSCAD templates to generate a base, lid, standoffs and cutouts, or it can produce custom dimensions and interactive prompts. It also offers printing orientation, material recommendations and troubleshooting tips for fitting, tolerances and waterproofing.

When to use it

You have a working circuit and need a protective case for deployment or presentation
You need a quick parametric SCAD/STL for a specific PCB like Arduino, ESP32, or Pico
You want guidance on cutouts, standoffs, or mounting hole placement
You need material and print settings for indoor, outdoor or battery-powered projects
You want tips for lid fits, snap‑fits, or waterproofing with gaskets

Best practices

Start by measuring board L×W×H, tallest components and connector offsets before designing
Use 2–3 mm walls for desktop/indoor and 3+ mm for outdoor or structural parts
Include 0.3–0.5 mm lid tolerance and 1–2 mm clearance from PCB to walls
Print the base standing with opening facing up and the lid flat for best finish
Prototype critical cutouts and standoffs at 0.5× scale to validate fit before full print

Example use cases

Generate an ESP32 DevKit weather station enclosure with standoffs, OLED window and BME280 vent
Create a custom box for an Arduino Uno with USB and barrel jack cutouts and screw-mounted lid
Design a battery-backed RP2040 handheld with 18650 compartment and access door
Quickly produce a snap-fit project box using parametric OpenSCAD for a prototype
Add an O-ring groove and cable glands for an IP65 splash-resistant outdoor sensor box

FAQ

Use PETG for good heat and weather resistance or ASA for UV stability; increase wall thickness to 3–4 mm.

How do I avoid a lid that is too tight or too loose?

Start with a 0.3–0.5 mm tolerance for the lid lip, print a small test section, then adjust. Consider clips or screws if tolerance control is difficult.