i3 PSU cabinet bracket

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This is a tested solution for mounting standard i3 Mk3 (Prusa and clones) PSU hanging on the wall. It's also made to easily disconnect the PSU for maintenance thanks to equipping the power cables with XT-60 connectors.
I had trouble finding a good solution to move the PSU outside the IKEA Stuva cabinet, thus I created my own.
I've modified the original Prusa PSU housing to incorporate those connectors. There's not much room inside but it'll manage.
CAUTION! This mod requires you to solder connectors for 24V cables powering the printer. Be sure that you know what you're doing as errors might lead to serious
accidents.
This design was inspired by https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4087876 and discussion on Fb Prusa i3 Bear Upgrade group.
What you need:
2x XT-60E-M mountable connector
2x XT-60 plugs
1x mini-jack mountable socket and plug for power panic cable
3x M4x8 flathead screws psu bracket
2x M5 flathead screws for the wall bracket
Here's a video on how to solder those connectors.
I've used the original printer wires cut to length. Make sure to leave enough cable inside the housing to be able to comfortable detach the lid with connectors from the PSU.