The 20 Best Raspberry Pi 3D Printing Projects

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With the Raspberry Pi, the options are endless. With 3D printing, the options are endless. So what do we get when we put the two together? A whole new universe.
You can create Raspberry Pi robots, drones, computers, game consoles, cameras, and more. The only thing that might limit you is the mechanical parts needed to connect the Pi, but with 3D printing, that limitation disappears. So the only limitation now is your own ambition.
1
 Camera Mount

There are many benefits to putting a camera on your 3D printer, such as being able to watch your prints remotely and even create time-lapse shots. This articulated model was developed for the Prusa MK3 and MK2, but it's also compatible with several other printers, considering that the base kit fits 2020 aluminum profiles.

The connecting screws are made of plastic and it is normal for them to break under the vibrations and work of the printer. To avoid this, the designers recommend using a more corrosion-resistant material, such as PETG, with additional filler.

2
 HQ Camera Case

With a few modules and components, you can even build a professional imaging camera like this one and have complete control over the quality of your images. The Sony IM477R sensor has 123 megapixels and an IR CUT filter, which is a great tool to give your images good color quality.

You may not think the price is worth it, but the sensor module costs about $50 and you can use C and cs mount interchangeable lens sets with manual focus and aperture adjustment. It is also possible to use third party lenses, as long as you use the adapted adapters.

3
 7" Inch Touchscreen Case

Using a Raspberry Pi is a great project in itself, but a nice finish is also important to protect it and add a nice look. A case that can hold a touchscreen will make a difference and add a lot of utility and style.

This simple touchscreen display case is perfect for many projects and can be used to make a media center, host your OctoPrint, or make a digital photo frame.

4
 Raspberry Pi 5 NVMe SSD Case

There are many interesting but demanding Raspberry Pi projects that require an NVMe cap drive for additional storage. Having a few add-ons to your Pi is just one more reason to protect it with prints. This screwless design means it can be seamlessly attached together with plenty of cutouts for cameras, GPIO inputs, air intakes, and more.

5
 Raspberry Pi 4 Case

Home computers are getting smaller and smaller, but anyone who has lived through the days of big, heavy computers knows that almost all of them look like this. This design is reminiscent of the retro style of early home computers, albeit in a smaller, more powerful Raspberry Pi 4 case.

 

6
 DIY Companion Robot

Looking for a companion? If you have a Raspberry Pi, electronic parts and some free time, you can build a little robot friend in the comfort of your home.

 

7
 Rolling Robot with Camera

It's time to see some fun robots! This is a remote controlled two-wheeled robot that you can control from your laptop or smartphone. You can communicate with it via Wi-Fi, and it has a camera so you can monitor its location without being there. It even has a night vision camera that you can turn on remotely, and it can also be charged through the charging port.

 

8
 Spider Robot

Whoever said that making your own spider robot is an extremely complicated task? The resistant parts, made through 3D printing, are nothing but sturdy, and if this is your first adventure in this area, it's invaluable for learning. The camera also adds great functionality, and you can operate this little creature on your laptop via Wi-Fi to take photos and videos.

 

9
 PlayStation 5 Case

How about giving your gaming console a new look? With this mini PlayStation 5 style case, you will be able to protect your Raspberry Pi along with a sleek style that is on theme with your Pi project!

This case is designed for easy access to the power and headphone ports. A rigid material like PLA is used to ensure durability and a layer height of at least 0.2mm to ensure a smooth surface. To make the case look off-the-shelf, try some smoothing techniques like frosting and clear coating. You'll just need screws to secure the raspberry as the other parts are either mounted or glued.

 

10
 Picade

This is another great example of an interesting mix of 3D printing and Raspberry Pi! Having your own customized mini arcade allows you to lose track of time while breaking records.

What's really cool about this project is that it doesn't use wood - it's completely 3D printed, so you don't have to worry about woodworking skills or tools. Of course, if you want the wood look, wood PLA might come in handy.

11
 T3rminal Cyberdeck

T3rminal is an open source 3D printed CyberDeck project that will be very beneficial once completed.

The shell was printed in PLA on a Bambu Lab P1P printer, using supports only on the bottom. Assembling the case involves gluing the two halves together, using a few screws for alignment and strong adhesive for fastening, and then soldering in components such as the power switch and USB-C extension.

 

12
 Mini Server Box & Rack

For DIY enthusiasts, this project offers a cost-effective way to create a customized server rack for Raspberry Pi projects, and it can even be attached to a wall. Each rack holds up to three Raspberry Pi's and is sized to fit a Pi 4B or Pi 5 with accessible I/O ports on the front and sides.

13
 Desktop Case

This case features a 3D printed body and clear acrylic sides that allow you to see its internal components, especially the Ice Tower fan. An I2C OLED display on the front provides real-time data on CPU usage, temperature, memory and storage usage.

14
 PiNAS

Nowadays, network storage services are being used more and more. We always have a lot of files to store and buying a NAS can be expensive. If you have a stationary Raspberry Pi or some components, it could be a good option to make your own fully customized one.

Assembling this project is a bit complicated because you'll need to solder some wires directly to the Raspberry Pi, but all the parts can be 3D printed without the need for brackets. You can do this in PLA or ABS.

15
 OctoPrint Raspberry Pi

Whether you're monitoring one printer or several, an enclosure for your OctoPrint is important to protect the Raspberry Pi and make your workspace more organized, especially if you have a small desk and a lack of extra space. With this modern and easy-to-build project, you will soon be able to build your own desktop OctoPrint touchmonitor.

With a 3.5-inch touchscreen at your disposal in this project, you can easily put everything together without any soldering or complicated assembly. There is also a slot at the top for a Raspberry Pi camera module.

16
 Web-Controlled Camera Turret

As the name suggests, this is a camera mounted on a turret! The turret rotates on two axes and it can be controlled remotely via an internet connection. You can have it start or stop recording, move around while recording or stopping.

17
 OctoPrint

It's not really a 3D printing project, it's more like a 3D printer for Raspberry Pi projects. With OctoPrint installed on your Raspberry Pi, you can monitor your fingerprints and temperature, embed a webcam, record latency, and much more, all remotely.

18
 OpenScan Mini

This is a must-have tool if you need to scan 3D thumbnails but don't want to spend a lot of money. With the help of photogrammetry, you will have models with high quality details without having to go through a very complicated and difficult manual process.

This program works like a computer peripheral, so you will need a machine to connect and capture the photos and then use the software to render the 3D model from the photos.

19
 Miniature Observatory

If you're looking for a challenge that can take you to the stars, this is the project for you.The Pi-lomar project will take you through building a Raspberry Pi based automated telescope that is designed for astrophotography. It uses components such as NEMA17 motors and a controller board to move the camera in two directions: orientation (horizontal) and altitude (vertical).

20
 3D Scanner

A full body scanner and 3D printed replica of yourself.

This is a large project where you will need multiple Raspberry Pi's and a wooden structure. It works by having 40 cameras forming a 360-degree rotation, they take a picture at the same time and all of them overlap each other to form a 3D model.

Considering that this project is quite a challenge in terms of time, money and ability, make sure you are ready to take it on.