Panels

Panels come in many variations and are customizable. Each section starts with a list of the universal requirements for attaching that type of panel. Additional parts needed for the specific variation used are listed separately.

Front Panel

You will need at least:

Parts	Qty	Note
Front panel	1	Printed
M3 x 8mm machine screws	2	All front panels mount using two (2) of these.

In this example, we will also use:

Parts	Qty	Note
Front Panel - Micro SD Extension with USB C.stl	1	Printed
LANMU MicroSD Holder Body.stl	1	Printed
LANMU MicroSD Holder Cap.stl	1	Printed
Micro SD card extension	1
USB C panel mount extension	1
M3 x 6mm machine screws	2
M3 x 8mm machine screws	2

Step	Example
The USB C panel mount comes with screws and attaches directly.
Carefully remove the outer shell from the Micro SD card extension.
Place the reader PCB into the shell, as in the picture.
Put the shell lid on and attach with two (2) M3 x 6mm screws.
Insert the extension shell into the front panel and attach with two (2) M3 x 8mm screws. Orientation up or down does not matter.
Push the panel into place on the main body.
Fasten the panel with two (2) M3 x 8mm screws.

Rear Panel

You will need at least:

Parts	Qty	Note
Rear panel	1	Printed
M4 x 8mm machine screws	8	All rear panels mount using eight (8) of these.

Our rear panel in this example is a panel mount test piece, but all rear panels follow the same pattern.

Some rear panels may have a fan to mount. If you are using the rear panel to mount connectors, it is strongly advised that you insert the connectors before installing the panel or connecting any wires to the board.

Step	Example
Push the rear panel in place against the back of the case. You may need to guide the wires out of the way.
Attach the panel using eight (8) M4 screws.

Remaining Wiring

It's a good idea to attach all remaining wiring before we close up the case further.

Display Panel

You will need at least:

Parts	Qty	Note
Display panel	1	Printed
LCD or TFT display	1
M4 x 12mm machine screws	4	All display screen panels mount using four (4) of these.

For this example, we will also use:

Parts	Qty	Note
Generic 12864 Display Mount	1	Printed
Creality 12864 display	1	LCD display example
M3 x 6mm machine screws	4

Note

Some display mounts have more than one piece and require additional screws. The below is an example with a stock Creality 12864 display.

Step	Example
Remove the knob on the display screen. It should pull off.
Slide the screen into place on the mount and fasten with four (4) M3 x 6mm screws.
Re-attach the knob to the display screen. Again, it should slide into place with light force. If your display mount has multiple pieces, attach those now (usually only applies to displays with side-mount SD card readers).
Insert the display connectors and slide the cables in before the display. Fasten the display panel with four (4) M4 x 12mm screws.

Lid(s)

Like the rear panel, the lid is intended for customization. The below is an example for a simple lid with a handle.

You will need for any lid or pair of half-lids:

Parts	Qty	Note
M3 x 8mm machine screws	8	See note below.
Lid	1	Printed

In this example, we also use:

Parts	Qty	Note
M3 x 8mm machine screws	2
Carry handle	1	Printed
Carry handle lid	1	Printed

Note

0.9.8 introduces half-length lids. One half-length lid requires four (4) screws; a full length lid attaches with eight (8) The main body requires two (2) half-length lids or one (1) full-length lid.

Note

Because the screws are threaded directly into plastic, removing and reattaching the lid will eventually wear out the holes in the main body. I recommend starting with shorter (8mm) screws and gradually switching to longer ones over time to get "fresh" plastic.

Lids may use screws up to 16mm in length.

Step	Example
Attach the handle to the lid using two (2) M3 x 8mm screws.
Use eight (8) M3 x 8mm screws to attach the lid.

Congratulations! You're done!