Reddit mentions of CanaKit Raspberry Pi 3 with 2.5A Micro USB Power Supply (UL Listed)

it's bare. if you add the $10 power adapter and $3 heatsinks, you're at $39 which is $5 off of the normal price for that on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/CanaKit-Raspberry-Micro-Supply-Listed/dp/B01C6FFNY4/

I prefer ordering from there where it's always one day free shipping for me and if I have any issues I know they'll take care of it.

This is my parts list from Amazon, I just googled Retro Pi installation guide and used one of the top results;

CanaKit Raspberry Pi 3

Samsung 32GB EVO (storage is entirely based on your budget and how much space you think you will need)

Raspberry Pi Case (lots of options)

Wired Controller (lots of options)

Card Reader (If your PC doesn't have one already)

Add in an HDMI cable if you don't have an extra laying around.

300 isn't that bad a price really.
Just jumping on amazon getting:

Raspberry pi 3 starter kit

Raspberry pi 3

5 inch touch screen

That alone comes out to 90 bucks.
Skip the battery the mouse, the nifty case for it and a couple lesson plans.

I could cut corners on the case and the switchs etc, but I'm not exactly a normal "customer"

> I believe he's using the Raspberri Pi 3 not the zero

For sure!
Kit from Amazon
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Controllers
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B002B9XB0E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Case from Etsy (2 options)

https://www.etsy.com/listing/212989839/3d-printed-nes-inspired-raspberry-pi?ref=shop_home_feat_2

https://www.etsy.com/transaction/1212076216

I wanted to show off an arcade cabinet that my brother in-law and I built.

Imgur Gallery

We designed the cabinet in 3d to make sure everything would fit. Then cut out everything using a CNC router. We used wood glue and wood putty to put everything together. For the monitor we used a Dell 17" (we had lying around) mounted portrait. The guts of the arcade are

• Internal PC fans used for cooling. We did this because the monitor would get a little warm after playing. Plus it couldn't hurt. Not too loud either.
  
• Speakers are from an old kiosk that we were throwing away at work. I did look at some other solutions but since I already had them and they were powered, we decided on using them. It also helped that the size matched the PC fans so the hole pattern would look nice on the side
  
• Buttons and Joysticks were purchased from [Amazon].(https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WDQWK5M/)
  
• We used a Raspberry Pi 3 purchased from Amazon.
  
• For power, we took a power strip and removed the plug and bought (this power socket)[https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ME5YAPK/] from Amazon. Soldered the connections from the power strip to the power socket.
  
• Still waiting on the custom piece of tempered glass that will go on the top.
  
• It's got 2 coats of stain and a couple of coats of polyurethane to protect the wood.
  
  In all it took us a couple of weeks to design in 3D. My brother in-law did all this work. He also cut out everything and assembled the shell. I did all the internal wiring and software side of things. It is running RetroPie 4.0.2. The only really PITA is that this is a cocktail arcade. Most if not all the games needed a custom shader to correctly implement the rotation and dual flipped screens. A big shout out to hunterk from (libretro.com)[http://libretro.com] forums for helping me with this. It turns out that NES, SNES, Arcade, etc... needed their own shader to correctly display the image to both users. Also, the mame emulator has the ability on some 2 player games, to set cocktail mode. That way, when it is the 2 players turn, the screen auto rotates so they can play on their side.
  
  We were pretty impressed with ourselves when we finished. We built it to give away at a foundation raffle a couple of weeks ago and the winner was very excited to win it.
  
  I'll be glad to answer any questions you guys/girls have about the build. I plan on putting the glsl shaders on my github so others using the RetroPie OS in cocktail mode can use them.

I just got a pi 3 and loaded it up for my wife's birthday. She was wanting the nes mini, and I absolutely refuse to pay the $250 asking price for a secondhand one.

Here's what I purchased:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IVPU786/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CK3XTIE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002B9XB0E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

No USB keyboard needed. I loaded a disk image of RetroPie onto the SD card with my notebook. Then I connected the pi to my router via Ethernet cable and used PuTTY to configure the wireless adapter.

Here is a parts list for those interested

Nema 5-15r To C14

Voltmeter Analog Panel Meter

Shrink Tubing

32GB MicroSD

Raspberry Pi 3 + Power Supply

MCP4725 Breakout Board

TCA9548 I2C Multiplexer

RJ45 Extender

22AWG Wire

Plastic 2U Box

Amazon. Pi 3, power adapter, heatsinks, free shipping, all for $55.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01C6FFNY4/

I got this one https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4

I wanted a different case and already had a lot of the other peripherals.

Also look into getting an SD card like Samsung or something. I keep seeing other people say the one that comes with the kit is substandard.

https://www.amazon.com/CanaKit-Raspberry-Micro-Supply-Listed/dp/B01C6FFNY4/ref=sr_1_6?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1496416244&sr=1-6&keywords=raspberry+pi+3

You can get the Pi and heatsinks and power cord for $45

Really all you need is the Raspberry Pi 3B and the recommended power supply. That all comes in a kit for $42: https://www.amazon.com/CanaKit-Raspberry-Micro-Supply-Listed/dp/B01C6FFNY4/

The official case is very nice, and just snaps together. It's eight dollars: https://www.amazon.com/Official-Raspberry-Pi-Case-Black/dp/B01F1PSFY6/

The last thing you need is a Micro SD card. I use a lot of Pis at work, and have had the best luck with the Samsung cards. I use these as they're reliable and give you a lot of storage for not a lot of money: https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Class-Adapter-MB-MP32DA-AM/dp/B00IVPU786

If you want to get some for him that might spark a little hobby interest, they also sell a camera for the Pi: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LY05LOE. There are all sorts of libraries for writing software to use the camera, and if you do get the camera for him have him look up "OpenCV" to get started with programming for it.

This one? Hmm, seems pretty good, and a power supply for that specifically would be nice anyway. Thanks

That's pretty close. I just did a build, so here's some recent prices:

Pi 3 with 5v 2.5A power supply and heat sinks - Was $49.99, now $46.99
32GB MicroSD - Was $9.99, now $11.99
This plain case, which I put custom stickers on - $6.99
Two SNES-style USB gamepads - $12.20 each

I didn't include an HDMI cable because I had several laying around, so your minimum cost is about accurate.

Edit: Oh, and this case to keep it organized while traveling.

I just built one from parts, do not be intimidated by what "could" go wrong. RetroPie has an amazing community (the Official Forum is a great place to get help and ideas from as well) behind it and a lot documentation. Both of which I did not need to tap. If you can follow the instructions to image the SD card, you should be just fine.

I bought:

• Samsung Evo Select 64GB
  
• Buffalo Classic USB Gamepad
  
• CanaKit Raspberry Pi 3 with 2.5A Micro USB Power Supply
  
• Flirc Raspberry Pi Case Gen2
  
  for ~$80 and it was well worth it. The only things missing from this order is a HDMI cable and SD Card Reader (I have both already).

great gift!!! Python and rpi are super easy to learn. If he needs help, have him post here... but he won't need it.

+1 re pi3 builtin wifi FTW.
+1 amazon/canakit.

I recommend something simple to start, e.g.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4/ref=s9_acsd_al_bw_c_x_3

it has python builtin - nothing to install or do, just connect a keyboard/monitor, power it up, and type "python at the command-line!

the much bigger thing is to have a specific project in mind, and ideally one that's motivating. Otherwise, the pi is silly when python is easily run on any laptop. For me, I used pi's for a couple of real world business applications: a people counter for a retail store and a "smart" refrigerator with webcam, also for retail.

A specific project also ensure that "success" means something.

i.e. the pi is half the present -- the other half is a project you'd like him to do! :-)

Same price on Amazon directly.

CanaKit Raspberry Pi 3 with 2.5A Micro USB Power Supply (UL Listed) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C6FFNY4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_6Se7AbAT9WDCB

EDIT: Oops. Amazon doesn't include the case. Thanks /u/AlexDanault.

If you just buy what you need separately it will come out a bit cheaper. Except start with the base Cana-kit, because you get the power adapter plus the little heat sinks for less than buying together. My kit was only $39.99, looks like price went up $3.

Comes out to $65.50 (and less if you don't need an HDMI cable). You save $10 over the $75 kit, plus you get brand name SD card.

Pi + Power cable ($42.99) https://www.amazon.com/CanaKit-Raspberry-Micro-Supply-Listed/dp/B01C6FFNY4/

32gb card ($9.99) https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Select-Memory-MB-ME32DA-AM/dp/B01DOB6Y5Q/

Clear case ($5.48) https://www.amazon.com/SB-Components-Clear-Case-Raspberry/dp/B00MQLB1N6/

HDMI if you need one ($6.99) https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-High-Speed-HDMI-Cable-Standard/dp/B014I8SSD0/

Even if you're buying components separately as I did I'd recommend the Canakit Pi 3 + power supply bundle since it was a few bucks cheaper than buying the two separately

I think certain bundles are a good deal. The pi 3 bundle below is a good example- it comes w case, computer, and power. It’s cheaper to buy HDMI and SD card separately and you can get better controllers than the ones included in packages.

I’d use these bundles to get a sense of what you need to buy for the whole package and then buy those items a la carte.


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C6FFNY4/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apip_8CVunakHrbo3A

I bought one of the Amazon kits for about $40, I think the only thing it was missing was a case. Considering you are buying this for a 3D Printer, you can probably save $10 and print yourself a case (there are hundreds on Thingiverse)

Edit

Here is the one I bought, it is $42.99 but may as well save a few bucks

Start small. It'll save you money, let you get your feet wet, and help you learn how to grow better, and then you can buy bigger.

My "starter package" is:

• A 2' x 2' x 3' grow tent - $55.
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SWGYYWO
  
  
• A grow light ($90). I prefer COB's as they're easier to fix than blurples.
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I4NY8KW
  
  
• A power strip zip-tied to a pole in the tent. Makes wiring prettier and easier. ($24) I chose a nice metal one, but you can use a cheaper one.
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F8ZQYHA
  
  
• Hangers to hold the light ($8)
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0098R0600
  
  
• A fan and filter ($70), and variac ($90) to filter smell and move air to keep things cool. This combo is overkill for this tent, but I ended up using it on later tents so it's a good long-term investment. You can cobble something cheaper together with some work, but this "just works" out of the box.
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004Q2ER5C/
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006NGI8VS
  
  
• 5 gallon Smart Pot ($7) for growing, FoxFarm Ocean Forest Soil ($16.50), Plant saucer ($7) for growing. You can save some money here by shopping around. In particular, Amazon's price for FFOF is about double what I pay at the (very expensive) local "indoor gardening" center.
  https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Pots-5-Gallon-Soft-Sided-Container/dp/B002JUOWB2
  https://www.amazon.com/FoxFarm-FX14053-12-Quart-Organic-Potting/dp/B001I49Q98
  https://www.lowes.com/pd/Garden-Treasures-15-31-in-Rust-Plastic-Plant-Saucer/50445000
  
  
• Go Box Plant Nutrients. This should last you several grows.
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004PS4B08
  
  
• Seed of your choice (let's say $10).
  
  So for about $420 (heh), you can get your foot in the door and start growing. This is a nice setup too, you can probably save $100 by shopping around, buying used, or doing-it-yourself. I've left off a few odds and ends like dryer duct, Fiskers for trimming, weed fabric pins for low-stress training, pitcher for watering, Mason jars for storage, but you can likely find those or suitable replacements around the house without spending money.
  
  I also have a Raspberry Pi 3 ($43) with Sense Hat ($37) and metal case ($15) in each of my grow tents to log temperature/humidity and other things. I'm interested in eventually using the GPIO functionality to water my plants too. Not critical, but definitely a nice thing to have, especially if you're the hacker type. If you go this route, you might look at raspiviv.com too.
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014HDG74S
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0722L338Q
  
  I'm glad I bought a good intro setup because I still use it now that I've upgraded. I now have a 3' x 3' GG Shorty tent with HLG 300 LED for flower, a 2' x 2.5' GG Shorty tent with two 400W Roleadro COB's for veg, and my "intro package" is now my germination/cloning tent (and drying tent too since several people suggested that too). Being able to have three tents (germination -> veg -> flower) working simultaneously is increasing my output quite sharply. I'm doing this to help a relative with cancer, so you may not need to go quite as crazy as I did.
  
  You mentioned using 35+ gs (~1.25 oz) a month. You probably aren't going to be able to grow that much given the constraints of tent size and light wattage (plus being a first-time grower! You'll learn a lot!). So once you get used to it, you'll probably want to buy more stuff. Marijuana isn't addictive, but growing marijuana absolutely is.
  
  Once you've got your hardware, the variable cost is seed (~$10), soil (~$5), nutrients (~$20), and electricity (~$30). From that, I'm going to estimate you can grow ~1.5 ozs (you can do more as you learn more though). So you're looking at ~$40/oz after you've made the initial hardware investment.
  
  Hope this helps. Depression, cancer, and everything else can just go suck it.

Do you have a Sd card reader ?

Buying this kit will https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4/ get you the same power Adapter and Pi for 2 dollar cheaper and some free heatsinks

Just got my first Pi, bought this and this as I already had some micro sd cards laying around.

Just buy a raspberry pi, mini cd card and plug it into your router

https://www.amazon.com/CanaKit-Raspberry-Micro-Supply-Listed/dp/B01C6FFNY4/ref=pd_lpo_147_tr_t_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=JFNNXC8FM2KNWK91741C

I use mine wifi to connect a printer to the network and run Pi hole. works great and never see ads.

That is not bad, the numbers I was running had it up to three hundred dollars, which is my ceiling for this project.
I did find a nice pack from canakit after hearing the suggestion from the other user.
https://www.amazon.com/CanaKit-Raspberry-Micro-Supply-Listed/dp/B01C6FFNY4#customerReviews
Pi 3 B+ with power supply and two poorly adhesive heat syncs for forty-three dollars. Your estimate of the pack was pretty good.
Thanks a bunch! If I do not blow out my router with this project I might get around to letting you know how I did.

This is the one I used. Seems good so far.

Better case option: https://smile.amazon.com/Old-Skool-NES-case-Raspberry/dp/B01M4OOY4U

Then this: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4

This controller: http://www.ebay.com/itm/292059658304

Spending the same amount of money, but it looks a lot cooler this way.

Any recommendations for heatsinks?

EDIT: Would the ones that come with this work fine? http://www.amazon.com/CanaKit-Raspberry-Micro-Supply-Listed/dp/B01C6FFNY4/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1459043028&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=raspberry+pi+3&psc=1

Are you using a raspberry pi compatible power supply? A year ago I was using a phone charger for my raspberry pi 3 then all of my files got corrupted. I then switched to this power supply: https://www.amazon.ca/CanaKit-Raspberry-Micro-Supply-Listed/dp/B01C6FFNY4 I haven’t had issues with corruption since and it seems to run faster. If you don’t want to deal with Pi problems or would like home assistant to boot faster I have heard lots of people are using intel NUC. I’m not using my Pi for home assistant anymore because I have a server now

Hmm... I see that now. But I think you're right. Even at $90 now, I cannot imagine them lowering it much

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C6Q4GLE/

I saw this as a non-prime day lightning deal yesterday for $62, down from $70. Was tempting, but I didn't need most of the crap in it.

https://www.amazon.com/CanaKit-Raspberry-Complete-Starter-Kit/dp/B01C6Q2GSY/

I ended up buying this one that seemed cheaper than buying the RP3 and power supply separately. $43 total.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4

Or better yet spend a couple extra bucks for a pi3 kit and have it hardwired to your network.

This is my bartop arcade that I built and I really happy how it came out.

I used the following parts from Amazon:

Raspberry Pi 3 Kit

Joystick and Buttons

Monitor

I used 3/4'' MDF to build the structure and had a buddy who owns a print shop design and print the decals for me including the marquee. Most of the hardware used for electrical was bought at a local hardware store (Lowes, Home Depot, etc.)

Took about 15 hrs to build and was so much fun as is it to play with it. I mainly built it for my daughter which is just discovering retro gaming.

Maybe I will upload a video in action but everyone knows what it looks like and how it functions for the most part.

If there is anything you guys have a question about let me know in the comments.

Album not link?

get this, it is just the Pi, a 2.5A power supply, and two heatsinks. Your really paying for the beefy power supply and the Pi, the heatsinks are just kinda .. bonus.

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4

You don't need another micro sd card, you have the one from the dead Pi, and if you have a case on the dead Pi, remove it and put it on the Pi 3. The Pi 2 and Pi 3 have the same case layout and form factor, so it will fit.

this is the kit i bought. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Yes, that is exactly what I have. It is the one that comes with the Canakits that I got from Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C6FFNY4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Well, you're using an external HDD to host an OS which is already not ideal. I'd suggest you look into virtualization...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prP2HWenpmQ

This way you can run linux in a window while still being in windows. Another option is a raspberry PI. which is also quite convient and theres more projects you can do with it. If you don't want to carry an extra mouse/keyboard/monitor. You can use SSH to remote into your PI (This will be command line only)

Solely between the two, I would say get the first one (5.25v, 2.4A). The raspi is very sensitive to small fluctuations in power, so I recommend a power supply with a ferrite bead (the thick cylindrical thing on this cable)

Here's the power supply I've been using for the past few months (amazon). If you're not getting a starter kit, I'd recommend this as your power supply.

This $43 kit is a link to a <$50 "bare essentials kit" on amazon. My reddit secret Santa actually sent me this kit last week: no complaints(:

this $50 kit is the same as the above, but includes a case

A really fun Raspberry Pi project. My goal was to keep as much of the soul of the Atari 2600 as possible. It was important to me to keep the mainboard in the unit. Unfortunately both the chips for the Television Adapter Interface and the CPU had to be removed so that the HDMI connector would fit. I mounted the chips inside the body to still be present.

It cost a little more to build it this way but I'm extremely happy with the result. My total came to just over $150, with the majority of the expense being the Raspberry Pi 3 and a 256 GB Micro SD Card. I guess I’m an idiot because I meant to buy a 3B+ but just now noticed I got only a model 3. Oh well.

There are 3 USB ports and 1 HDMI port extended. The power switch for the Pi was wired to Game Reset switch since it's a momentary switch. A wireless keyboard with touchpad is connected directly to the Pi.

I'm currently running the 256GB VIRTUALMAN-PLAYBOX! v2.0-4.4.11 RHODIUM RETRO-PARADISE image.

The stuff I bought to build this mod:

• Broken Atari 2600 from eBay - Under $25
  
• Raspberry Pi 3
  
• Raspberry Pi 3 Case w/ Fan
  
• Jumper Wires - Not Really Needed
  
• 256 GB Micro SD Card
  
• USB 3.0 Extension Cables
  
• HDMI & USB 3.0 Extension Cables
  
• Right Angle HDMI Adapter
  
• USB Extenders for Controllers
  
• Wireless Keyboard & Touchpad

retropie

https://www.amazon.com/Old-Skool-NES-case-Raspberry/dp/B01M4OOY4U/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

https://www.amazon.com/CanaKit-Raspberry-Micro-Supply-Listed/dp/B01C6FFNY4/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1491503946&sr=1-3&keywords=canakit

https://www.amazon.com/Buffalo-Classic-USB-Gamepad-PC/dp/B002B9XB0E/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1491503982&sr=1-1&keywords=buffalo+classic+usb+gamepad+for+pc

I'm way happier with this.

I built mine using a RPi3 Canakit.
(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C6FFNY4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hHnnzbCECS54V)

In an "Old Skool" NES style case.
(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M4OOY4U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_mVsAPqbClQwS9)

You'll need a micro SD card for the RetroPi and a flashdrive to install games. I used this guide to set it up. (https://github.com/retropie/retropie-setup/wiki/First-Installation)

Using this power button kit, installed the button on the back of the case using a drill to punch the hole and a Dremel to widen it, the space was too tight for me to turn the nut so I held the nut in place and turned the button on the outside. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0170AJ98G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_rKnnzbQWBJ5RJ)

Using instructions from, you must enable SSH in the RetroPi settings before starting. (https://youtu.be/4nTuzIY0i3k)

I recommend the NES30 for solo play up to N64, Note: Do not buy two of these controllers they do not work if two are connected to a RPi3.
(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NBN1NA4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6InnzbXRHHNNB)

For Player 2 and any future N64 play I'm using a standard XBox One Controller with a cable.
(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LPNKGGI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_LbO19o2yyPade)

Can't beat AMAZON Pi3 w/power supply for $43 shipped not going to find a better deal than that.

Get a Raspberry Pi 3 B, or 3 B+(the B+ just has better wifi, and alittle more overclocked CPU), a 5 volt 2.5+amp power supply, and micro SD card is the minimum to get it all working. I would also invest in a case of some sorts, you should be able to pick a case up for around $5 more.

Here is a 3 B+ kit on Amazon, without case, and here is a 3 B kit on Amazon. You would just need to add a 4+ gig micro SD card to get either working.



You could get away with a Raspberry PI 0, but you would need some adapters for USB, and HDMI, which might save you a few $$, but it can also increase the headache level as some adapters do not play well.

Buy

($6)Wires:For the MOFSET mod

($1o)MOFSET

($6)Wire spades:For the MOFSET mod

($8)Assorted M3 Bolts:You need some for a few mods and for the bolts you will inevitably strip on this cheap wonderful machine

($13)Longer assorted M3 Bolts:For a few mods

($9)M4 Bolts:For one of the mods

($9)Metric allen wrench set:Had to order one of these since metric tools aren’t common round these parts

(~$20) PLA of preferred choice- You’ll run out of the sample bit quick so go ahead and order a roll or two to be prepared. You will note some upgrades require ABS so a small spool of that to your order will also help.

($6)M3 Lock nuts:Critically needed for a simple mod

($10)Threaded rod and nuts:Please note that this item seemed difficult to find online. I recommend going to your local hardware store and getting two 5/16” rods of at least 16” in length. They should have an assortment of threaded rod in various lengths available. Also note that the pitch of the threading matches the nuts you buy. Further instructions regarding this can be seen in Azza’s Z-Axis braces below.)

($6)9mm Wrench for the nozzle: Don’t wait for your first clog, go ahead and have this on hand to remove/change the nozzle. Note to only tighten/loosen the nozzle when heated.



Below is the order of printable upgrades I recommend but I suggest you mix in a few other prints along the way because this is a hobby after all and you should be having fun. It helps to have your quality as tuned in as much as possible for some of these so be patient and keep trying if you need to.

Print

Spool holder- temporary : Until you can mount your spool on top of the enclosure or any other personal preference.

Belt tensioner- print x2

Z-brace

Shielded stop button

Cable relocator : It’s a pain, but if you spend the time to do this and turn your extruder motor 90 degrees then you can get the full Z height without ruining your cables. It does involve opening all the cables to the PSU and feeding a few extra inches back through the cable chains.

Cable shroud : Looks nice if you do the cable relocator.


The following need to be printed in ABS:

M3 Bed Nut retainer: 10/10 upgrade. I know they look worse than the nice metal stock ones, but these help keep your bed level longer.

CiiCooler

Glass bed Holder


Now that the first major round of printed upgrades is done it’s time to shift to a few more supplies to pick up to really fine tune the machine.


Buy

($5)Radial fan: For CiiCooler

($5)Glue sticksThis and a glass bed is magic

($25)Borosilicate glass 8” x 8”

($26)Y-Carriage plate upgrade: This has been a nice upgrade as I now only need to relevel the bed every couple weeks instead of every print. Check out this guide for a ‘how to’ as well as a free upgrade by shifting your Y pulley over.

($15)rechargeable dehumidifier: For keeping in the bin with your opened filaments

($9)Extruder gears: Might be able to hold off on these, but will need eventually. If for some reason you have a Maker Select with metal X-axis blocks (V1 and V2, but not V2.1) then this is a must. You can follow this guide for a how to.

($28)Metal extruder plate and lever: Not needed, but nice.

($14)Noctua 40mm fan: Not needed, but makes the printer a lot quitter. A LOT quieter.

($50)MicroSwiss All Metal Hot End: The destruction of my PTFE tube by this point pushed me to doing this upgrade. If needed you can follow this guide for replacement. Remember to tighten/loosen when the nozzle its hot.

($6)Ceramic cotton: Tore off the stock one when replacing for the all metal hot end by accident. At least its thicker than stock

Now that the printer is in its final form, its time for the enclosure which is a stacked Ikea Lack hack.

Print

Spool holder

Pi Case

120mm fan cover

Fan grill

120mm fan PSU modification: I edited this to fit upside down since my PSU is mounted on the underside. This was nice since I blew the 40mm fan anyways so it made everything a lot quieter than before.

IKEA Lack filament guide

Webcam holder: This is one I designed specifically for the webcam I happen to have lying around. The camera mount piece can be changed out no problem though for what ever webcam you have or buy. The SketchUp file is included on Thingiverse for such purpose.

Buy

($20)2x Ikea Lack: Luckily there is one right down the street from me. I am located in North America though, so we do not have the STUVA, if you live literally anywhere else you may check in to this as an alternative.

($80)Plexi glass for enclosure: Could be cheaper alternatives, but it looks cool

($9)Foam pads for feet

($42)Raspberry Pi3: For OctoPrint. I also suggest using a different USB cable than the stock one provided by Monoprice or you will have issues.

($9)2x 120mm fans: Used for the power supply cooling and enclosure

($6)Rocker Switches so that the enclosure fan can be on for PLA, but off for ABS

($15)Dimmable LED lights

($10)8mm LED light connectors


Total:
$250 printer + $452 upgrades/parts + ~$80 PLA/ABS to date

I picked up this kit from CanaKit because the price was reasonable. Includes a power supply and a couple heat sinks. I did the free shipping which will take a little longer, but I'm in no rush. Right now only showing 6 in stock, so move quick!

[This is the one I bought.] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C6FFNY4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_rCyWFRqtJtAC8)