Raspberry Pi Car Mount
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I was looking for a way to mount a monitor and Raspberry PI into my car. Nothing online seem to fit my situation so I came up with this 3D printed mount. It uses a 3D printed base, various hardware (screws, standoffs, etc.) and a purchased tablet mount that works in a cup holder. I'm very happy with how it turned out.
Tools/Materials
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Tools
- Allen wrench
- Adjustable wrench
Materials
- 3D Print (x1)
- Tablet Mount
- Monitor
- Raspberry Pi
- Power Supply
- Cables (HDMI, Power, OBD)
- Raspberry Pi Mount Hardware
- Hex Standoff, Female - M2.5x19 (x4)
- Washer, Flat - M2.5 (x8)
- Washer, Lock - M2.5 (x8)
- Screw - M2.5x10 (x8)
- Monitor Mount Hardware
- Screw - M2.5x20 (x2)
- Washer, Flat - M2.5 (x8)
- Lock nut - M2.5 (x4)
CAD
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I already had the monitor and Raspberry PI. From there, I tossed around different mounting options. Using a purchased tablet mount (cup holder version), I worked out the concept and dimensions in CAD. Once it looked good, I sent the main piece (shown in copper color) to the 3D printer.
STL File and Drawing
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This step includes the drawing and the STL file for 3D printing. I suggest making it from ABS or another high temperature material since the interior of a car will exceed the PLA temperature limit. All holes are oversized to guarantee fit with the M2.5 hardware.
Downloads
Assembly - Step 1
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With the 3D print in hand, I started the assembly. I installed the standoffs for the Raspberry Pi first since these are only accessible prior to monitor installation.
Stackup:
- M2.5 Screw
- M2.5 Lock washer
- M2.5 Flat washer
- 3D Plate
- M2.5 Standoff
Assembly - Step 2
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Next, I screwed the Raspberry Pi to the standoffs.
Stackup:
- Raspberry Pi
- M2.5 Flat Washer
- M2.5 Lock Washer
- M2.5 Screw
Assembly - Step 3
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The monitor was then attached to the other side with bolts and nuts.
Stackup:
- M2.5 Screw
- M2.5 Flat Washer
- Monitor
- 3D plate
- M2.5 Flat
- M2.5 Lock Nut
Cable Hookup
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These connections were pretty straightforward. The cables shown were longer than needed. I did include a hole (not shown) for cable clamp on the side away from the Raspberry Pi.
Mounting
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These pictures show the mount installed in a extra cup holder. Note the tight spiral in the line. This was required for the tight space in my car.
Installation
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These pictures show the mount installed in my car - Acura RSX.
Not shown in these pictures is the OBD-2 to USB cable. This was run from the Pi to the OBD-2 connector behind the center console. The power was taken from the 12V power socket and run through a converter to the power supply.
As you can see, I don't have much room in my car but I'm happy with how it fit. The same mounting concept should work better in a full size car or truck.
Few More Pictures
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Here are few additional pictures of how it turned out. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks for viewing!