3D Printed Mavic Controller Phone Adaptor

[tcope]

Just printed up a few of these controller adaptors. DJI should really redesign their controllers the same way. I use a Note 9 and while it fits, I need to remove the case as it makes the phone too thick. Also, the controller covers up the USB port. This printed bracket keeps the phone right next to the controller so the controller does not become top heavy. I highly recommend this print if you have a 3D printer and a larger phone.

DJI Spark / Mavic Pro / Mavic Air. Mobile holder / mobile mount by YohannG

 

[calmar81]

I almost immediately sent the link to a friend of mine who has a 3D printer and he is already printing.

Thanks for sharing!!

 

[tcope]

I almost immediately sent the link to a friend of mine who has a 3D printer and he is already printing.

I've tried a few and I like this one the best. Let you friend know that the small clamp needs to be printed with supports.

 

[calmar81]

I've tried a few and I like this one the best. Let you friend know that the small clamp needs to be printed with supports.

Thank you for the tip! I think his software automatically inserts supports, where needed... and he is also quite experienced. I'm really looking forward to try it. I "ordered" the screw in red and the rest in black ;-)

 

[DanMan32]

I've been looking for a tablet adapter like that for my M2 remote.
The ones similarly placed block the RC display, or put the tablet ridiculously high.
The ones that mount the tablet by the antennas make the RC awkward and probably block signal.

 

[e143slime8]

So, for those of us not owning or having access to a 3D printer, anyone volunteering to produce and sell these?

 

[Keule]

So, for those of us not owning or having access to a 3D printer, anyone volunteering to produce and sell these?

Just use an online 3D printing service. Upload the .STL file, choose the material, pay and have it sent direct to you.

Try this one:

Online 3D Printing Service | i.materialise

i.materialise is an online 3D printing service, community and marketplace. Upload your 3D design and choose from over 100 different finishes and materials.

i.materialise.com

 

[e143slime8]

Thank you.

 

[nafisgal]

A fantastic option ... Thank you for your information

 

[Smokieflies]

A lot of libraries (main branches) also have 3D printers you can use.

 

[Algebruh_m8]

Wow this is amazing and very much needed as I have a Note 8 with a thick case and it makes it hard to insert and hard to hold. What are the steps that I need to do to get this? I dont own a 3D printer so what do I do?

 

[Keule]

What are the steps that I need to do to get this?

Follow the link in post #1 and download the files (.STL) to your PC/Mac.
Follow the link in post #7 and upload the file(s) to the site. Follow the instructions, make a payment and wait a few days/weeks for the finished 3D item(s) is/are shipped to your home.

 

[tcope]

Wow this is amazing and very much needed as I have a Note 8 with a thick case and it makes it hard to insert and hard to hold. What are the steps that I need to do to get this? I dont own a 3D printer so what do I do?

PM me your address.

 

[tcope]

So, for those of us not owning or having access to a 3D printer, anyone volunteering to produce and sell these?

PM me your address

 

[calmar81]

A friend of mine printed the STL for me yesterday. I‘m really impressed by the model, the look and feel and also convenience of the finished product:







I asked my friend to print the screw (there are two lengths in the STL) red... I thought just for seeing it better in low light situations.

I think, it’s a really good accessory that fits all of my Mavic Controllers.

 

[tcope]

A friend of mine printed the STL for me yesterday. I‘m really impressed by the model, the look and feel and also convenience of the finished product

I understand that DJI was going for a compact controller but their design is just not very good. IMHO, they should devote their time to improving it rather then putting out some of their other products. While this adaptor adds a little volume to the controller, it makes using a larger phone or a phone with a case (everyone?) so much easier. It also is great for phones with the USB plug on the bottom (all phones?) as you no longer have the controller arm in the way. It is also _rock solid_. There is no movement of the phone and it does not throw the weight of the controller off or block the screen of the Pro.

I unscrew the adaptor just enough to _slide_ the phone out as opposed to unscrewing it further to pull the phone up and off. That way you just need a quick turn of the screw. It is also nice that the screw does not need to be removed (and lost).

 

[calmar81]

I unscrew the adaptor just enough to _slide_ the phone out as opposed to unscrewing it further to pull the phone up and off. That way you just need a quick turn of the screw. It is also nice that the screw does not need to be removed (and lost).

Yes, I do it the same way!

I also thought about modeling a similar thing for my iPad mini (and other small tablets) but I think it all would become to bulky and impractical.

 

[Antaire]

Will these be available to buy ?

 

[calmar81]

Will these be available to buy ?

Actually, the friend who printed my version (and improved the screw and bottom part a bit) said to me that he could produce more if needed by a member from this forum. But of course he doesn’t want to mass-produce

Just write me a private message, if you should be interested.

 

[Alan_M]

Just FYI, I uploaded a remix of this model to Thingiverse just yesterday. I modified it to locate better in my Mavic Mini controller, and improved the thumbscrews for better grip. I also tweaked the top phone clamp to fit better on my phone case. The thumbscrews have exactly the same thread as the originals, so the improved ones can be swapped straight into the original bracket if needed.

Mavic Mini Phone Holder