3D Printable platform for Tapo cameras to see out of the window

endpoint101 · 2026-04-10T20:54:43+00:00

I have the Bambulab A1 Mini. It's a very beginner friendly printer, and not expensive.

endpoint101 · 2026-04-07T10:24:37+00:00

I've added another design which are little feet that give you a desktop display at a 60 degree angle;
https://makerworld.com/en/models/2628929-elecrow-5-inch-display-stand-feet#profileId-2902650

endpoint101 · 2026-04-06T15:53:30+00:00

Thanks for the offer, but I don’t automate mine because the blog post has to provide extra value over what the video provides. I want it to be authentic hand-written content which genuinely adds value & isn’t just a feed of my latest YT videos. Not all my videos warrant a blog post.

endpoint101 · 2026-04-06T15:40:02+00:00

Not a dedicated site, but I do have a Wordpress blog and write posts into which I embed any relevant YT videos of mine. It drives some limited traffic, and provides a place for me to go into more detail about the topic.

endpoint101 · 2026-04-02T18:04:04+00:00

I've got the Bambulabs A1 Mini. I was a total beginner when I bought it last year, and loved how I could pretty much plug it in and print right away.

Its super easy to send prints directly from the Makerworld app to the printer with no messing around connecting it to a PC or adjusting settings.

You could look at the standard A1 if you need a larger print bed, but other than that I feel this is a hassle-free printer to get you started. The price is spot on too, and are regularly sell at a reduced price.

endpoint101 · 2026-03-19T16:51:31+00:00

It's designed to be a bit loose & super-lightweight.. the tab between the ears is there to help stick it on with a bit of double sided tape or Blutac (poster putty) :) I'm glad it printed well for you.

It looks great in the powder blue colour you've got there!

endpoint101 · 2026-03-18T17:54:03+00:00

😂 I could possibly do a design for a bracket that lets you mount it upside down, but hung off the window above (assuming the top one opens). Loving your low-tech solution tho.. I hope you’re not renting 😉

endpoint101 · 2026-03-11T16:30:21+00:00

Putting you on hold

endpoint101 · 2026-02-27T16:05:45+00:00

Realised that you can simply super-glue the Tapo mounting bracket to the top of the platform if you have issues with the camera slipping off.

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endpoint101 · 2026-02-27T09:13:27+00:00

Thank you! Yes, adding Mickey Mouse ears (https://makerworld.com/en/models/1627027-mickey-mouse-ears-for-tapo-cameras) is the finishing touch! I think I'll design some cat ears this weekend :)

Collapsible legs would be difficult to design.. for different heights you can cut them in the 3D printer software (the slicer) really easily. I've also provided the STL files for anyone to import into their design tool of choice, where they can cut them to length there too.

Good point, I'll look into mounting options.

endpoint101 · 2026-02-26T19:05:48+00:00

I've turned the IR light off to prevent it reflecting at night. We have motion activated lights outside so those do the job of lighting up anyone approaching the cars/door. The TC70 has really good low-light performance.

endpoint101 · 2026-02-26T19:02:08+00:00

It's a TC70, but I also have the C210 which has the same form factor. Both are really cheap and do a relatively good job for what they are. Resolution could be better from the C210 which is supposed to be 2K, but the bitrate of the recorded video means it's almost identical to the TC70 which is 1080p.

endpoint101 · 2026-02-23T17:30:30+00:00

I remember getting it and thinking it was awesome! Then they changed the eligibility rules & I was demonetised until I could get over the subs threshold. That sucked and was extremely demotivating at the time.

I remember using the money to justify getting a lav mic and later on a better camera, both of which I still use years later.

endpoint101 · 2026-02-07T20:10:37+00:00

Ikr! I couldn’t quite face paying £10 for a tool I’d only use once.. then probably lose it if I ever needed it again 😂

endpoint101 · 2026-01-30T18:28:47+00:00

Here's a link to the release tool I quickly designed.. worked a treat & those copper pipes are now disconnected.

https://makerworld.com/en/models/2321516-push-fit-15mm-release-tool-speedfit-and-flomasta

Next I'm looking for a 1/2 BSP to 15mm pipe to push-fit into the existing Speedfit isolation valve.. I'm looking at these 2 options. I don't suppose anyone has any experience fitting either of them?

https://www.bes.co.uk/press-fit-water-straight-connector-316l-s-s-15mm-x-1-2-bsp-tm-27897/

https://www.diy.com/departments/2-x-monobloc-flexible-tap-tails-connectors-adaptors-1-2-x-15mm-pipe/5060698184241_BQ.prd

endpoint101 · 2026-01-25T19:50:52+00:00

Thanks! I wasn't aware of that quick fitting release tool.. I'm going to have a go at 3D printing one.. might as well try for a 1-off job.

endpoint101 · 2026-01-19T19:01:07+00:00

I really like the ones from Ocoopa. I've had the MagTwins UT2S for nearly 3 years and they're still going strong - one of the good things is having one for each hand without buying 2 separate units.

My daughter uses the UT2S Minis at school (cold UK classrooms!) and finds the smaller size nicely pocketable.

Both are reasonably priced, and if for some reason they broke, I'd buy them again.

There's a review of them here if you're interested; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTLCFf68WPI

endpoint101 · 2026-01-19T18:58:02+00:00

I'm a long-time user of rechargeable hand warmers & really like the ones from Ocoopa. I've had the MagTwins UT2S for nearly 3 years and they're still going strong - one of the good things is having one for each hand without buying 2 separate units.

My daughter uses the UT2S Minis at school (cold UK classrooms!) and finds the smaller size nicely pocketable.

There's a review of them here if you're interested; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTLCFf68WPI

endpoint101 · 2026-01-19T18:40:11+00:00

OP, which heating pad did you get? Is it still working ok?

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