2024-01-10
Working on a retractable USB-C charger. The STEP files are here and the original design is on Onshape here
Overview
Pawl detail
Tape measure spring mounting
USB cable exits tube
Bend the pen spring like this
Stanley 25' tape measure spring, use electrical tape to tape down the loose spring end
The prongs on 'USB spool top cap.step' pinch the flat piece of spring shown here
Connecting the Anker 315 charger to the slip ring, be sure to add electrical tape or heat shrink to the exposed metal contacts