# Case for Feather RP2040 USB Host ## Overview ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/412/medium800/3d_printing_csae-cover-open.jpg?1682351050) ## Snap Fit Enclosure 3D print an enclosure for the Feather RP2040 that snap fits together! No screws needed. The case features openings for both of the USB ports and the STEMMA QT port. The cover features built-in actuators for pressing the on-board boot and reset buttons. ![3d_printing_case-USB-A.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/413/medium640/3d_printing_case-USB-A.jpg?1682351314) ## Light Pipe The on-board NeoPixel shines through the top cover. Use a dab of hot glue to create a DIY light pipe to make the NeoPixel illuminate at all viewing angles. ![3d_printing_case-neopixel.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/416/medium640/3d_printing_case-neopixel.jpg?1682351980) Featured ### Adafruit Feather RP2040 with USB Type A Host [Adafruit Feather RP2040 with USB Type A Host](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5723) You're probably really used to microcontroller boards with USB, but what about a dev board with two? Two is more than one, so that makes it twice as good! And the  **Adafruit Feather RP2040 with USB Host** is ** ** definitely double-the-fun of our other Feather... Out of Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5723) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/5723/guides) ![Angled shot of black rectangular microcontroller with USB C and USB A connectors at both ends.](https://cdn-shop.adafruit.com/640x480/5723-00.jpg) Featured ### Pink and Purple Woven USB A to USB C Cable - 1 meter long [Pink and Purple Woven USB A to USB C Cable - 1 meter long](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5153) This cable is not only super-fashionable, with a woven pink and purple Blinka-like pattern, it's also made for USB C for our modernized breakout boards, Feathers, and more.  [If you want something just like it but for Micro B, we...](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4111) Out of Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5153) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/5153/guides) ![Angled shot of coiled pink and purple USB cable with USB A and USB C connectors.](https://cdn-shop.adafruit.com/640x480/5153-02.jpg) # Case for Feather RP2040 USB Host ## CAD Files ## CAD Assembly The Feather RP2040 USB Host is installed into the case without any hardware screws. The top cover snap fits over the case. ![3d_printing_cad-animation.gif](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/395/medium640thumb/3d_printing_cad-animation.jpg?1682341358) ## Technical Drawing Use the PDF to reference the dimensions of the case and spacing between the two mounting tabs. ![3d_printing_tech-drawing.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/437/medium640/3d_printing_tech-drawing.jpg?1682362743) [Download Drawing PDF](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/438/original/Case_Feather_USB_Host_Drawing_v1.pdf?1682362793) [Download CAD source (STEP, F3Z format)](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/396/original/Case_Feather_USB_Host.zip?1682341619) [Download STLs.zip](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/398/original/STLs.zip?1682341653) ## Build Volume The parts require a 3D printer with a minimum build volume of: - 58mm (X) x 50mm (Y) x 14mm (Z) ![3d_printing_cura-slice.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/399/medium640/3d_printing_cura-slice.jpg?1682342112) ## Design Source Files The project assembly was designed in Fusion 360. This can be downloaded in different formats like STEP, STL and more. Electronic components like Adafruit's boards, displays, connectors and more can be downloaded from the [Adafruit CAD parts GitHub Repo](https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_CAD_Parts/). ![3d_printing_3D-Feather-PcB.gif](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/433/medium640thumb/3d_printing_3D-Feather-PcB.jpg?1682353905) # Case for Feather RP2040 USB Host ## Assembly ## Install Feather Orient the Feather and the case with the USB-C connector facing the smaller opening. Insert Feather at an angle with the USB-C port passing through the USB-C opening in the case. ![3d_printing_install-feather.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/417/medium640/3d_printing_install-feather.jpg?1682352266) ## Installed Feather Press the Feather into the case so the pegs in the built-in standoffs fit through the four mounting holes. ![3d_printing_installed-feather.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/418/medium640/3d_printing_installed-feather.jpg?1682352307) ## Align Cover Orient the top cover with the two buttons and the STEMMA QT port lined up with the components on the Feather. ![3d_printing_installing-cover.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/419/medium640/3d_printing_installing-cover.jpg?1682352415) ## Install Cover Place the cover over the top of the case and firmly press the edges together until they snap fit.  ![3d_printing_snapfit-cover.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/420/medium640/3d_printing_snapfit-cover.jpg?1682352423) ## Assembled Case The case features two tabs that are M3 sized for securing to surfaces.  ![3d_printing_installed-cover.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/421/medium640/3d_printing_installed-cover.jpg?1682352480) ## USB Ports The USB-C and USB-A ports are accessible on the front and back of the enclosure. ![3d_printing_USB-C-view.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/423/medium640/3d_printing_USB-C-view.jpg?1682352601) ![3d_printing_USB-A-view.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/424/medium640/3d_printing_USB-A-view.jpg?1682352607) ## Bottom Slot For projects that require additional wires, they can pass-through the slot in the bottom of the case.  ![3d_printing_case-back-slot.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/120/425/medium640/3d_printing_case-back-slot.jpg?1682352664) ## Guide Products ### Adafruit Feather RP2040 with USB Type A Host [Adafruit Feather RP2040 with USB Type A Host](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5723) You're probably really used to microcontroller boards with USB, but what about a dev board with two? Two is more than one, so that makes it twice as good! And the  **Adafruit Feather RP2040 with USB Host** is ** ** definitely double-the-fun of our other Feather... Out of Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5723) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/5723/guides) ### Pink and Purple Woven USB A to USB C Cable - 1 meter long [Pink and Purple Woven USB A to USB C Cable - 1 meter long](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5153) This cable is not only super-fashionable, with a woven pink and purple Blinka-like pattern, it's also made for USB C for our modernized breakout boards, Feathers, and more.  [If you want something just like it but for Micro B, we...](https://www.adafruit.com/product/4111) Out of Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/5153) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/5153/guides) ## Related Guides - [Adafruit Feather RP2040 with USB Type A Host](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-feather-rp2040-with-usb-type-a-host.md) - [SNES Mouse to USB HID with CircuitPython](https://learn.adafruit.com/snes-mouse-to-usb-hid-with-circuitpython.md) - [USB C Dock](https://learn.adafruit.com/usb-c-dock.md) - [4x4 Rotary Encoder MIDI Messenger](https://learn.adafruit.com/4x4-rotary-encoder-midi-messenger.md) - [Qualia S3 Space Clock](https://learn.adafruit.com/qualia-s3-space-clock.md) - [NAU7802 Pet Food Scale](https://learn.adafruit.com/nau7802-pet-food-scale.md) - [Glider Paper Airplane Controller](https://learn.adafruit.com/glider-paper-airplane-controller.md) - [Qualia S3 Sushi Conveyor Belt](https://learn.adafruit.com/qualia-s3-sushi-conveyor-belt.md) - [Theme Park Wait Time Display](https://learn.adafruit.com/park-wait-time.md) - [Wireless ESP32-S2 Touch Screen Controller for Pure Data](https://learn.adafruit.com/wireless-esp32-s2-controller-for-pure-data.md) - [IoT Food Scale with Azure and CircuitPython](https://learn.adafruit.com/iot-food-scale-with-azure-and-circuitpython.md) - [Driving TM1814 addressable LEDs](https://learn.adafruit.com/driving-tm1814-addressable-leds.md) - [Minecraft Turbopad](https://learn.adafruit.com/minecraft-turbopad.md) - [Moon Flight Tracker](https://learn.adafruit.com/moon-flight-tracker.md) - [QT Py CH32V203 eInk / ePaper Daily Calendar and Clock](https://learn.adafruit.com/ch32v203-eink-epaper-calendar-and-clock.md) - [Case for Feather RP2040 DVI](https://learn.adafruit.com/case-for-feather-rp2040-dvi.md)