Yi 4K Case for Walkera G-2D Gimbal (or standalone) by e2346437

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Originally designed by tohendo and remixed by Krynin, I further modified this Yi 4K case for use with the Walkera G-2D gimbal.
My additions include holes for the microphones and the speaker, a hole to access the USB port on the side, and pre-punched holes for the Walkera G-2D gimbal arm screws. I have also added a hole on the bottom to access the 1/4" socket mount if you just want to use this case by itself on a tripod to protect the camera.
Where Krynin's design had the cover on the back, I have moved it to the front and have added an extensive integrated lens protector and a hole for the indicator light to shine through. The cover can be held on with a cable tie or a standard velcro strap. There is also a hole on the back of the case to make it easier to eject the camera when it comes time to access the data card.
To use this case with the Walkera G-2D gimbal, you will have to remove the stock GoPro holder by removing the two hex screws on the arm of the tilt motor. You will also have to remove the gyro board on the back of the stock holder by removing the four screws and snipping the plastic around the cable where it goes through the GoPro holder frame. I have included an STL file for a replacement gyro board holder that can be simply hot-glued to the back of the printed case, then you can use the stock cover and screws to secure the board. Then the whole assembly can be attached to the tilt motor arm using the stock screws with the pre-punched holes.
Keep in mind that this new case and camera will have a different balance from the standard GoPro holder, and you may have to balance the case with counterweight and/or adjust the power and gain for each motor according to the gimbal manual.