PCB Mount

Use the following hardware to secure the Feather Sense and DRV2506L breakout.

  • 4x M2.5 x 18mm screws
  • 6x M2.5 x 10mm screws
  • 10x M2.5 hex nuts

Install Feather to PCB Mount

Place the Feather PCB over the mount and line up the mounting holes with the 4x standoffs. Reference the photo for the correct orientation.

Secure Feather

Insert and fasten 4x M2.5 x 10mm long screws through the top of the feather PCB and through the standoffs. Secure the screws using 4x M2.5 hex nuts. Note: The components and wiring are passed through the opening in the center of the Feather standoffs.

Secure DRV2605L

Place the DRV2605L breakout over the two standoffs, right below the Feather PCB. Use 2x M2.5 x 10mm long screws and hex nuts to secure the PCB to the mount.

Motor Disc

The vibrating motor is press fitted into a 3D printed cone. This helps amplify the sound of the buzz from the motor.

Install Vibe Motor 

The motor disc fits into hole in the center of the speaker cone.

Install Speaker Cone

The speaker cone is press fitted into the speaker cover. Insert the cone at an angle so it fits under two of the three nubs. Firmly press the cone to snap fit it into the third nub.

Install Battery

Use double-sided tape or mounting tack to secure the lipo battery to the back cover.

Mount Toggle Switch

Panel mount the toggle switch to the back cover. Use the washer and hex nut to secure the toggle switch.

Install Button

Install the metal ball tactile button to the back cover by inserting it at an angle with the metal ball going into the holder.

Installing PCB Mount

Place the PCB mount over the four standoffs on the speaker cover. Reference the photo for the correct orientation.

Secure PCB Mount

Insert and fasten 4x M2.5 x 18mm long screws into the speaker cover and through the PCB mount. Install 4x M2.5 hex nuts onto the threads of the screws to secure it in place.

Connect Battery

Plug in the JST connector from the battery to the Feather. The battery cable is routed through the PCB mount.

Check Point

Double check the build and reference the photo for correct placement.

Snap Fit Case

Bring the two halves of the case together and begin to snap fit them closed. Ensure all of the wiring is inside the enclosure and not being kinked.

Install Diffuser

Insert the diffuser into the top cover. Use hot glue, super glue or double-sided tape to secure the diffuser to the top cover.

Install Top Cover

Insert and slide the top cover onto the speaker cover and back cover. Firmly press the top cover to snap fit into place.

Final Build

And there we have it! The case is assembled and ready to use.

This guide was first published on May 13, 2020. It was last updated on May 13, 2020.

This page (Assembly) was last updated on May 11, 2020.

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