GoPro3 mounts for ZMR250 + ANY Quadcopter + anti-vibration mount.

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I wanted to create a better way to fit my GoPro to the stock anti-vibration mounts on my ZMR250 mini quad. The stock GoPro frame and mount sits the camera too high and this causes the camera to wobble excessively. This design will allow easy fitment of the camera into the case and give the GoPro a very sturdy structure to film from. Print the two components and line up the holes on the bottom, then glue them together. Simple. I tried a few different designs to have them interlocking but I didn't want it to come apart in-flight. Also the camera is slightly off-center because of the camera's CofG, so the vibration mounts will work better since the camera and frame will be perfectly balanced between the four anti-vibration balls. I am in the process of printing the first prototype so it's not fully tested yet. Thanks to Marfusio for the Gopro Hero3 frame which I tweaked to suit my silver model. I added a few extra holes to reduce the weight and final print cost on 3dHubs.com other than that I basically removed the GoPro mounts at h bottom so the frame and camera has a lower center of gravity. Remix of: Marfusio's GoPro Hero3 mounting frame (Black Edition) http://www.thingiverse.com/Marfusio/about http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:76082 If you have any design suggestions or if you have any problems, let me know. So far this is the only design like this on the web so good luck and have fun. Enjoy. 20JAN15 - uploaded the .skp file so you can make changes as required for various models. Also, I decided to attach the two pieces together with strong double sided tape so I can do some testing, so far the case fits perfectly and initial testing has returned some pretty good footage. It is very easy to use and looks great. Let me know how you go. 28FEB15 - I am excited to upload an updated base to incorporate a 10degree tilt for the GoPro frame to capture footage during high speed flight. I am yet to test this version out on a printer and it was a quick build so if you have any feedback - let me know. Otherwise enjoy the modified base. Thanks guys for the feedback so far and if you have any requests or good ideas pass them my way and I will do my best. Enjoy. I think I fixed the problem with the STL file not being solid enough plus rounded the edges of the rectangle at the front for some extra strength and a cleaner print. If you have any problems let me know. 28May15 - A friend asked me to make a GoPro mount to fit his quadcopter, this is what I came up with. Its bit of a variation on my original print. I think I prints out much better that the first one and I will upload the modified files when I get a chance. 30May15 - I have uploaded some new models! My revised design from the original version, larger holes to minimize weight but also to improve the print quality. The new anti-vibration mount has some elevated portions to help hold in cable ties in place. I found this made the camera more secure and reduced camera movement during heavy maneuvering. I have also added the basic GoPro Case I modified make the basic quadcopter mount. You can use this model and customize it for what ever you need. The photos I have used are just basic renders using free software though the sketchup download section but I find they do a good job, maybe better than my iPhone photos turn out anyway. 1Jun15 - CaseV1.3 uploaded which makes the frame about 1mm wider in portions so it prints better. There has been a few prints failed with and without supports printed so this should fix that. Instructions Print two components using 3dhubs.com Line up holes on the bottom of both components Glue together (update: or use double sided tape if you are not sure) Insert Anti-vibration mounts on your ZMR250 Quadcopter Insert GoPro Hero3 Press Record and go flying. Give Rabbs355 some feedback so this can b made even better.