What you'll need
![](/res/img/parts/3DPrinter.jpg)
A 3D printer. I did mine with a Creality Ender 3.
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A Raspberry Pi, any of this versions: version 1 model B+, version 2, version 3 or version 4.
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A small SD Card, 16 Gb will be more than enough.
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A micro USB power supply with a little more juice than the standard Raspberry Pi one, because we'll be driving a screen too. 3 Amps will be enough, Power supply.
![](/res/img/parts/Waveshare display.jpg)
The Waveshare 2,8 inch. screen for Raspberry Pi, the exact model is important here.
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26-lane IDC ribbon cable with connector to connect the screen to the Raspberry Pi.
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Male IDC 26 pin socket to make it easier to plug and unplug the display.
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Some M2.5 screws.
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A panel mount switch button that fits the 15x10 mm. rectangular hole in the Base, This Switch fits perfectly.
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If you'll be using a Raspberry Pi 3 or earlier, you'll need a micro USB cable extender with panel mount. The Base is prepared for one with a 28mm. distance between the mounting screw holes, this USB extender cable fits perfectly. If you're using a Raspberry Pi 4, you'll need an USB-C equivalent of this cable.
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Two Tiny round 10 x 2mm magnets for that satisfying clicky sound when it closes.
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The usual simple soldering stuff, glue and some patience.