sb components Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ Transparent Case - Access to All Ports

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  • Mark

    > 24 hour

    I didnt use the case with a Raspberry PI but a different size compatible board. The case was pretty easy to assemble, the board snaps into the bottom part with minimal pressure and attaching the top part was just a matter of aligning the ports and slightly pushing to snap it in (my board has an IR module that was a tight fit, Raspberry PI doesnt have that so its probably even easier to assemble the top part). The case stays together pretty well, I havent had any issues with neither the case parts nor the board coming lose, even after disassembling and reassembling it a few times. As a bonus the 12 rib vent holes on the back are close enough to 3x3cm that you can attach a 30mm fan there. I got this fan and it fits perfectly: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D3TVVC7/ (on the outside of the case, bolts from the inside and nuts on the outside, there isnt much space below the board in the case) The cables are just long enough to reach the pins on top.

  • Ess-hem

    > 24 hour

    I wish I had seen the related answer before buying this case to fit a Sense Hat inside. You cannot put the cover on with a Sense Hat. The case is really nice otherwise, and I like that wall mounts wouldnt make any contact with the board.

  • Dan J

    > 24 hour

    I am using this with a Raspberry Pi B+ with a 700-MHz ARM processor. It fits nicely in the case. To be on the safe side, I added a couple of heat sinks from the Addicore kit (see: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HPQGTI4), since I was enclosing the Raspberry Pi. I also added an HDMI to VGA converter (see: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZMV7RL2/) so I could more easily switch between my PC and the Pi via a KVM. I gave the whole thing to my daughter since she likes to program with SCRATCH. Its amazing that 4th graders are now learning programming (something I didnt start until I was a freshman in college). We also supply power to the Pi with a CanaKit 5V 2.5A micro USB power supply (see: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MARDJZ4). The Pi fits snugly in the case and everything is visible, no ports are blocked.

  • Lee A.

    > 24 hour

    I cant find anything I dont like about it. It looks good. The RPI 3 snapped right in and the two halves fit together properly. It couldnt be easier to assemble. The board is secure, no rattling if you give it a shake. The cutouts for the 3 IOs (Display, camera and GPIO) all seem well enough aligned, although I am not personally using them on this build, so they act as ventilation for me. Good buy if you are looking for a case for a RPI 3 you already own, or if you wanna save a few bucks vs one of the bundles that includes similar cases like I did.

  • Modern Pioneer

    > 24 hour

    This arrived well packaged and in a professional manner. It was shipped pretty quick and all the service I had was good. The first thing I noticed is that it was quality made, and how clean the clear plastic pieces were. Some times, when plastic pieces are removed from the molds, plastic strings and mold marks are present. But not with this piece, you can tell that it was well made and a lot of pride taken when it was removed from the mold. This was a straight forward install for me, and I really like how clear it is. I can see all the things I wanna see clearly ( see the photo below ). It was easy to figure everything out and how it all worked. All the slots are correctly located, for those engineer/nerdy types, all the slots have no more than .015 of an inch clearance, but everything is perfectly located. I use a name brand computer to place inside it, one that I know is right. After I placed the unit inside, placed the halves together, it snapped together perfectly as intended. Id say you wont go wrong with this unit, it might cost a little more, but what is a few cents when you get good quality. This is by all means a premium product. I will disclose that I am a very honest and unbiased reviewer. If you like my review, or found it helpful, please click the helpful button below.

  • Pbyrne Texas

    > 24 hour

    I ordered this case for a proof-of-concept magic mirror project I developed for a demo at a tech conference. After trying several options (including hot-glueing the Pi directly to the mirror frame), I decided to get this case. I have a Pi 2, but, the slots all lined up perfectly, anyway. The plastic is nice and sturdy and relatively scratch resistant. There is a slot for inserting the camera (which Im using on this project). You can easily attach leads to the interface connectors, but, I dont think most HATs would work. Theres even a little window that makes it easy to remove and add the micro SD card. All of the connector holes are precisely positioned and just big enough to allow a good connection while still maximizing protection. My favorite feature of this case is the ability to snap the Pi in without having to attach with screws to the case. I have been doing some work on the prototype that has required a lot of moving about while reconfiguring the mirror and Ive had to remove the Pi on several occasions after attaching the case to the mirror frame. All I had to do was unsnap it and snap it back in. Because I use hot glue in prototyping, I was worried that the case would melt, discolor or deform during the glueing process. It turns out that was no problem at all. I glued the case to the mirror frame and, now, I can snap the Pi in and out as needed without bothering the case.

  • kb3jqq

    > 24 hour

    And the clear case allows you to see all the status lights.

  • Brian Kamrany

    > 24 hour

    Pros: As the product says, it is a no-nonsense protective case, and that is true. It is clear which means you will be able to see your raspberry pi through the case. It works with the Raspberry Pi 2 and the Raspberry Pi 1 model B+. Cons: It doesnt work with other Raspberry Pi models (except possibly newer ones than the ones I listed) It is not pretty or stylish like some other cases are. Conclusion: I am completely satisfied with this purchase. This case allows me to handle my Raspberry Pi without worrying about it being damaged if I set it down or if it slides off a table.

  • mhubel

    > 24 hour

    I use these cases to help keep the Raspberry board clean. No screws for mounting the board are supplied and the required screws are a bit of an odd size. I cut down longer #4 plastic screws.

  • Wallace_n_Gromit

    > 24 hour

    This is a great clear 2-piece snap together plastic case for the $5.xx price. I love being able to see my Pi 3 B sitting securely in its case as Im surfing the net. This is one of the very few cases that has a very ample opening for the GPIO. This allows for easier access for connectors as well as the secondary benefit of a larger opening for heat exchange/dissipation. This item does not have heat sinks or screws to secure the RPi, though 3 clips in the lower section help hold it in place. It did come with 4 tiny rubber pads for the bottom.

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