Arduino boards are great for experimentation. You just plug the wires in, and the connections stay there with spring force. On the other hand, they also pull out quite easily…
Here is An enclosure for the Arduino Uno that not only allows you to see inside, but locks down wires coming out to keep them secure.
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Tomi Engdahl says:
Arduino Uno Strain Relief
https://hackaday.com/2017/10/07/arduino-uno-strain-relief/
Do jumper wires pulling out of your Uno have you pulling your hair out? Is troubleshooting loose jumpers making you lose your mind? Are your projects backing up because of all the time you’ve lost keeping jumper wires secure in your Arduino Uno? Then you need the all new Ardunio Strain Relief Enclosure!
[Jeremy Cook] has had it with loose jumpers pulling out of his Uno, so he designed a case that not only secures the Arduino; it also keeps those dastardly jumper wires from pulling out at the most inconvenient times.
3/4 inch thick MDF and 1/8 inch thick polycarbonate
Arduino Strain Relief Enclosure
http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Strain-Relief-Enclosure/
Tomi Engdahl says:
Arduino Strain Relief Enclosure
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=lmHgrmd9LgQ
A CNC cut Enclosure for an Arduino Uno that when assembled automatically locks the wires down to keep them from being pulled out. Enclosure features a clear polycarbonate cover, you you can see inside, as well as a hole for the reset button.
Tomi Engdahl says:
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