Harbor Freight $29 case

[Talley]

Good idea to throw a couple desiccant packets inside to keep things nice and dry, too. You can get lifetime supply for about $10.

Good point. I always use these in my photgraphy cabinets https://www.amazon.com/Eva-Dry-Impr...id=1536112640&sr=1-6&keywords=desiccant+packs

I wonder if you could notch out a spot for this. It's cheap and reusable forever.

 

[microlinux]

I wonder if you could notch out a spot for this.

That's a good idea, you can do that.

 

[wsettle]

Does anyone know what kind of glue works with the precut foam in these cases?

I need to glue a couple of pieces back.

 

[Anndybo]

here is my case after I sprayed it with Plastidip. Used it also to glue all layers of foam together. it is black now

 

[supergimp]

they have now bigger one, full size iPad should fit, 7.5/8 in high.
but don't see any coupon, still any 25% or 20% discounts should apply.

4800 Weatherproof Protective Case - X-Large

Sweet! I used the 3800 for my Air/Crystal Sky. CNC’d the foam from the EVA floor mats HF sells too. 29 bucks for the 3800 (sale) and 9 bucks for the foam.

Here’s my Air Case, I’ll probably do something similar for my new M2P.

 

[Talley]

I dunno... for as much as these birds cost... the $129 for the GPC case doesn't seem so bad. For $100 more than the harbor freight case you get laser cut perfect durable long lasting foam and zero time needed.

 

[Anndybo]

I dunno... for as much as these birds cost... the $129 for the GPC case doesn't seem so bad. For $100 more than the harbor freight case you get laser cut perfect durable long lasting foam and zero time needed.

the $100 will spend on ND filters.

 

[supergimp]

I dunno... for as much as these birds cost... the $129 for the GPC case doesn't seem so bad. For $100 more than the harbor freight case you get laser cut perfect durable long lasting foam and zero time needed.

I really like the GPC cases. Problem is none of the precut cases address carrying both the Mavic 2 and a CrystalSky monitor plus their chargers, etc (I want a hard case for travel). The GPC cleverly has the tablet storage in the bottom but it’s not deep enough for the CrystalSky.

 

[Anndybo]

big advantage of cases like Apache is customization for your needs

 

[Twice_Knightly]

Good point. I always use these in my photgraphy cabinets https://www.amazon.com/Eva-Dry-Impr...id=1536112640&sr=1-6&keywords=desiccant+packs

I wonder if you could notch out a spot for this. It's cheap and reusable forever.

What great ideas. I also got the Apache case at harbor freight the larger one for 39.99. I drilled some holes, on the protruding parts as to not compromise the water resistance, so I could fit a shoulder strap onto mine. Looks like you guys are utilizing the space more efficiently then I am. I'll have to set the other parts to be horizontal as well.

 

[Cymruflyer]

Save all that cutting out foam work and buy this one which is already precut for your Mavic 2. I had one for my Mavic pro but when I sold it I also gave him the case, so just ordered the same one but for my Mavic 2 Pro. Precut with firm foam, space for three batteries and all the other stuff and you can fit your tablet in the top pocket of the hard shell case. Back Pack straps are great to carry it around, especially if you are out hiking with it. At $28 it is a bargain.
Hard Shell Carrying Backpack bag Case Waterproof Anti-Shock for DJI Mavic Pro 654754320398 | eBay

 

[Waldo Pepper]

I picked the same case at Harbor Freight, it’s a steal and we’ll made.

Beats carrying a cardboard box of flying equipment, I usually fly two different drones. Bebop 2 and now the Mavic 2 Pro.

Not as neat as I’d like, but serves its purpose. Carries enough equipment for 2.5 to 3 hours of flight, bebop 2 power batteries last up to 30 minutes of flight two are in the case. Plus, one 2700mAh. Mavic 2 Pro is up there, three batteries in case.

I like it, everything in one carrying case.

Paul

 

[Talley]

Waterproof Hard Carrying Case Military Spec for DJI Mavic 2 Pro/ Zoom Drone US | eBay

$60 and it comes pre formed. Figured I'd share.

Seems like ebay has a bunch of various cases released now Or this one for only $52 holds one less battery:

Waterproof Hard Carrying Case Military Spec for DJI Mavic 2 Pro/ Zoom Drone | eBay

 

[Vegamike]

I got the 4800. Used a coupon and got it for $41.00. I went for the biggest one so I could fit everything in it. Great deal.

 

[Talley]

I managed to pick up a Pelican 1510 roller case with padded dividers for $54. Can't be that deal

 

[Anndybo]

Waterproof Hard Carrying Case Military Spec for DJI Mavic 2 Pro/ Zoom Drone US | eBay

$60 and it comes pre formed. Figured I'd share.

Seems like ebay has a bunch of various cases released now Or this one for only $52 holds one less battery:

Waterproof Hard Carrying Case Military Spec for DJI Mavic 2 Pro/ Zoom Drone | eBay

Yes, all the pre-formed cases are great. What I like is possibility to customize case for my needs - and the Apache cases allow to do it.

 

[hgwy407]

Anndybo was kind enough to coach me up a little, so I purchased the the Apache from HF and used his pictures as a template. I was extremely easy to do and took me less than half an hour to have everything I need in a case. The only difference is I made the horizontal slot Anndybo is using for what looks like a holder for his iPad, a little wide to fit additional cables and props. Perfect. Best 30 bucks I have spent in a while. Thank you Anndybo.

 

[supergimp]

I managed to pick up a Pelican 1510 roller case with padded dividers for $54. Can't be that deal

Hey I’m considering a 1510 as another option. Can you post a pic of your stuff in it to get a sense of scale and capacity?

 

[Don't Wanna]

Another HF $29 case.

 

[wsettle]

Another HF $29 case.

$29 plus 100 hours in making it, lol! That is nice! How did you do the cutting and what material did you use?

Doesn't look like foam. And the red material, is that felt? Schweet!