Oak & Aluminum Steam Punk Box Mod

[ethebull]

After buying several mechanical mods, I wanted to try my hand at a home made Battery mod of my own design.

Here it is -



I used a 16mm stainless switch, and though the battery can be accessed for service or replacement, routine charging will be done via the charging port.



Inside is an 18500 EFest IMR. Came out pretty nice for a first try I think. Digging the retro/steam punk/35mm old school camera look.

 

[bsidb]

Nice job...

 

[aaroblero]

sweet (more stuff cause my post was too short)

 

[ethebull]

The Parts -

Stainless switch - 1pcs 16mm Diameter Stainless Momentary SPST Push Button Off on Switch Button | eBay

Battery charging port and connector - 16mm 2 Pin Screw Type Electrical Plug Socket Connector | eBay

510 connector - 510 Sealed battery connector

510 drip cup ring - Shorty Stainless Steel Drip Cup

Aluminum strip - http://www.homedepot.com/p/Crown-Bo...ith-1-8-in-Thick-44690/100337476#.UcImHJxobIU



All shots with an AGA-S rba

Over all 70x56x26mm, + RBA = 120m, + drip tip = 130mm

 

[SissySpike]

SO you just stick that battery with the wires on it in the charger?

 

[ethebull]

SO you just stick that battery with the wires on it in the charger?

Yes, though "that battery" is a small piece of dowel. Two screws securing the wires into a piece of wood. Insert the "dummy battery" in the charger, connect to the block mod and charge, much like a USB set-up.

 

[txredxj]

be careful not to short out your charge port! i like the way it looks and the charge port is a cool idea.

 

[ethebull]

be careful not to short out your charge port! i like the way it looks and the charge port is a cool idea.

Two recessed male pins are enclosed in the fitting. About 4mm below flush. You'd have to try pretty hard to short it, but a dime setting in just so could be an issue I suppose. I'll avoid loose change in the shared carry pocket for now. BTW, there is a vent hole on the one and only non-shown side.

 

[Racehorse]

I love the little SS "kick plates" and where you have positioned them!

What a great project, real nice~

 

[Surgical]

Very cool and inspiring! Id love to try my hand at something like this. Thanks for sharing.

 

[SissySpike]

"That battery" is a small piece of dowel. Two screws securing the wires into a piece of wood. I insert the "dummy battery" in the charger with it connected to the block mod and charge it. Much like a USB set-up

pretty nifty way to charge it. Great job. You have a very good looking little mod. I bet if you keep your eye out you could find a rubber plug or something for the charging receptacle if you think it could be an issue.

 

[ethebull]

I love the little SS "kick plates" and where you have positioned them!

What a great project, real nice~

Thank you all for your support! Makes me enjoy it all the more.

Of course the "kick plates" had to go over the battery cut-out, but yeah, I think they look pretty sporty too.

If I do a v2, I may substitute SS for some or all of the aluminum, or Corian rather than oak, but this one is all wood and Al.

 

[Leoleoleo]

Looks really great. Have you thought about recessing the metal plates in V2?

 

[ethebull]

pretty nifty way to charge it. Great job. You have a very good looking little mod. I bet if you keep your eye out you could find a rubber plug or something for the charging receptacle if you think it could be an issue.

Good suggestion! I'll try some options, see if they both look and feel right. When I press a finger in there gripping it, I get no current flow though my skin. A plug would be for pocket safety.

 

[ethebull]

Looks really great. Have you thought about recessing the metal plates in V2?

Thanks!

That's a thought, though I'd have to use a thinner battery which would reduce capacity. I own many 18500's and other 18's. 3/4" = 19mm, so the 18mm battery has just enough room in the wood cut-out going with plates.

 

[Leoleoleo]

Thanks!

That's a thought, though I'd have to use a thinner battery which would reduce capacity. I own many 18500's and other 18's. 3/4" = 19mm, so the 18mm battery has just enough room in the wood cut-out going with plates.

Or could you use a wider piece of wood? It's not a big deal though because the plates look great right now.

 

[ethebull]

Yes, of course. 3/4" is what I had on hand, not surprisingly. Like you say, I think the surface mount gives it a nice chunky look and feel.

 

[crazyhorseiam]

nice job

 

[ethebull]

Buzzzlove, I went with a Carto Condom to cover the port pins. ID is too large on its own so after cutting it to the right length I nestled the trim inside the cup and it fits and looks great!

 

[bapgood]

Might not fit your theme or desire but the Evolv DNA charger is cheap, small, onboard led for charging status, and micro USB