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How to design 3D-printable case for electronics
This is instructional video for those who are familiar with KiCad and Fusion 360, but haven't used KiCad's 3D model exporting feature before.
KiCad can export 3D model of designed PCB with components as "STEP" file. This STEP file can be opened in 3D CAD software, like Fusion 360. Having 3D model of the board in Fusion project makes it super easy to design case for it. No need to measure dimensions of the PCB and calculate proper sizes. All the surfaces and edges of the board are available for parametric modeling.
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0:00 Intro
0:18 3D-printing service
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1:16 Export STEP from KiCad
1:50 Import to Fusion 360 & Preparations
2:40 Case body / Main shape
4:35 Accurately placed holes
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[@sanketss84]

helpful. thanks. I also add m3 sized mounting holes on the pcb so that I can mount the pcb on top raised holes from the case.

[@GrumpyGrandpaMusic]

Thank you for this. Excellent info!

[@hobby4fun434]

wow! fantastic and clean outcome!

[@Hackvlog]

I actually used different screw terminals than ones in the 3D model. That's why I modeled the case to bee "too thin" and the screw terminals came through the case in the end. I didn't see need for creating proper models for these terminals.