Orange Pi Zero Case with 2020 Extrusion Mount (Octoprint Server) V2.0

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This is an easy to print, yet stylish enclosure for the Orange Pi Zero with a mount for 2020 extrusions (such as used by the Ender 3) e.g. to be used as print server (such as Octoprint).
In my experience the Orange Pi Zero makes a great 3D print server. For USD 10 you get a compact, yet powerful little computer that runs on Linux (e.g. Armbian) with WIFI, LAN, and a full size USB port (so no need for a micro USB adapter) that can be powered from an ordinary 5V USB power adapter (or using the printer's power with an LM2596 adapter).
Orange Pi Zero H2+ LTS
The case itself should be all plug and play, except for two screws with hex socket (I use M2.5 but M3 should also work) used to attach the top.
Screws M2.5 with hex socket
Just slide the case into the profile of the 2020 extrusion (e.g. on the Ender 3 simply remove the 2 screws holding the LCD display in place, slide the case in and put the screws and display back on).
Note that there is no opening for the (somewhat awkward) WIFI antenna as I am using my Orange Pi without (which for me works great).
Enjoy and please let me see your makes.
And of course take care when handling electronic equipment and no warranties whatsoever.