Assembly: Parts Lists

Provided in the Replica AstroPi case Standard kit

  • CNC machined case top & bottom
  • Switchboard with RTC
  • 4 off 11mm standoffs
  • 4 off M4 screws
  • 4 off M2.5 x 10 screws
  • 4 off M@ self-tapping screws (for camera)
  • 4 off 4mm spacer blocks
  •  6 off button fly-leads JST ZR 2 wire connector
  • Printed manual with template for camera cable and cross section of case for button size checking

Required to complete the build

  • A Pi B+, 2 or 3
  • A SenseHAT
  • A Pi camera module with standard cable
  • An SD card
  • A CR1220 battery for the RTC
  • 6 off buttons – momentary off-(on) that can fit in a 10mm hole. The nicest option is the APEM 10435003, with APEM 8632A as a cheaper choice. Many other options can be found on eBay etc but the APEM units are definitely the nicest.
  • Heat shrink insulation for the button wiring; crimp connectors could also be used
  • Tape; masking tape is suitable, Kapton tape is very nice if available
  • 3mm and 2mm allen keys
  • Thin disposable gloves are useful to avoid getting dirt and grease on the case

On to “Preparing the Pi and RTC