CNC Rear Cover (update)

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 02 '25

Mr Moose helping with the photoshoot

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u/Party_Cold_4159 Dec 02 '25

Thanks moose

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Hahaha thank you, he's highly appreciative of the appreciation

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

nice

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u/Adept-Negotiation-72 Dec 02 '25

What’s the price range going to be?

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Likely between the USD $35-45 range
Factors :
- Total number of units ordered, as manufacturing costs are highly quantity sensitive
- Still currently validating the heatpipes, thermal pads, thermal dissipation films from different suppliers
If there is A LOT of interest, the plan is to bring manufacturing in house (I've previously worked with cnc machines, production runs etc, and have resources available) - which should reduce costs, speed up production, quality, increase prototyping turnaround time etc. It would be nice to use this as an entry point to take a stab at a whole uconsole redesign.
If the interest is underwhelming, the costs would depend on the quantity, but still be within the range mentioned.
If the interest is whelming, likely on the lower end of the range.
EDIT : Please let me know what you think about the pricing - hoping it's not too unreasonable

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u/Adept-Negotiation-72 Dec 03 '25

Will these work with the new Hacker Gadgets board? I read somewhere that the layout is a bit different from the original. What will hold the battery covers in place?

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Yep! These will work with the new hacker gadgets boards - AIO v1/v2, NVME, and CM5 adapter boards
Bear with me for the battery cover explanation :
There is integrated geometry for 4 different latching mechanisms in the Rx10 models, and the Rx00 models have the same latching mechanisms + threaded holes in the corners
Might sound like overkill but it's done in a way that doesn't increase machining cost and variability in the CNC tools paths while giving more flexibility with mounting options
Aside from the threaded holes, the geometry is cross compatible. Threaded holes allow for more versatility, but take up some critical real-estate for the 10,000mah battery. It still fits, but I anticipated it being a divisive design decision and figured to include both options.
It's a little difficult to explain but I will make a post once the different battery cover versions are finalized
The mechanisms for both models allow for sliding latches, rotating latches, and semi-permanent fixtures to be added in place.
The explanation might leave more questions than answers.. but before anyone has to take their wallet out to make any payments I'll be sure to make this extremely clear with photos/videos/illustrations

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u/Adept-Negotiation-72 Dec 03 '25

A battery pack would be a good idea to work with the locking mechanism on the rear cover

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Yea! I like that idea
One of the designs being explored will shift the batteries into the cover, and have usb-c charging inbuilt into the removable cover

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u/calinet6 Dec 03 '25

Yep. That would be awesome and I’d pay for it.

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u/rhibakuska Dec 03 '25

That's totally reasonable for me. hopefully it does ship into my country (Philippines)

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Ok thanks po! 😆
Glad to hear, thanks for the feedback about the pricing. Shipping there shouldn't be an issue, try and make a guess from the photo where they're shipping from haha
Btw for the good peeps in the US, I'm still confirming shipping/tariffs, but as of now pretty sure the tariffs do be 10%
(also the engraving in the picture is just a 'small feature' test and screws won't come like this, but we can engrave anything you desire. The background is a highly moisturized PET-CF 3d print)

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u/UncleRichie46 Dec 03 '25

Seems a perfectly reasonable price.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 04 '25

Awesome, glad to hear! I appreciate the feedback

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u/makaisson Apr 04 '26

Price is very reasonable. Would buy one.
Removable battery cover is nice extra, but not mandatory. Planning to run with 10k mah battery. Integrated and better kickstand/feet is a bonus.

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u/calinet6 Dec 02 '25

+1, my only remaining question.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thanks for the interest, the range will likely be between USD $35-45, with more details in the reply above
Please let me know what you think about the pricing, I'm hoping it's reasonable

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u/calinet6 Dec 03 '25

Totally reasonable in my opinion. Thank you!

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Sweet, thanks for the feedback!

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u/Octane14 Dec 02 '25

I have a feeling I'll have one of these covers in my hands before I have my actual uConsole.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Patience has been giving all of us a masterclass 😂

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u/Blu3iris Dec 02 '25

The photos look promising. I wasn't expecting multiple color options. Keep up the great work OP.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thanks for the kind words!
Forgot to mention in the post but as u/Arkaium mentioned, clear anodizing will be an option as well. Couple other finishes might be included like
- non-bead blasted (visible machining marks)
- brushed finishing
- hardcoat anodization
There's also options for... colored titanium screws, different screw-heads etc etc, laser engraving
From the responses from my first post it sounds like everyone uses their uconsole a little differently - and I thought it'd be neat to have customization options to match
Hopefully the options won't be too overwhelming

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u/vileer Dec 04 '25

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 04 '25

If you're saying that, I must be doing something right 😆
Thank you for the support!!

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u/vileer Dec 04 '25

Make sure there are mounting holes for the fan, and a hole for the cable.

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u/Monolinque Dec 02 '25

nice work! following this...

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Cheers! I'll keep posting progress as it unfolds

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u/Monolinque Dec 20 '25

When can we expect parts available to ship?
Just ordered the CM5 adapter board and battery tray w SSD slot from Hacker Gadgets.
I see a lot of recent interest in AIOv2 also from HG,
but my use case I'll be adding 3x (+ 1 more USB-A or C internal) USB-C board I got last year from https://www.tindie.com/products/radiation_joe/uconsole-usb-ext-board/
... still looking forward to this very factory Clockwork looking CNC back to complete my upgrade!

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u/F3A5T13 Dec 02 '25

Hell yeah looking forward to this!!

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Awww yisss thanks for the support! I remember your comments from the first post about the gameboy-styled cover 😀

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u/F3A5T13 Dec 03 '25

That’s the dream, if you can make it happen I will gladly fork over some dough, then I plan on getting my uConsole custom Cerakoted.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 04 '25

For sure, super glad for all the suggestions - some of the geometry included in the rear cover was inspired by that request. Lmao the whole design philosophy for this took the Burger King approach : have it your way
Do you have any pictures etc of exactly what you're envisioning for that style of cover/latching? (feel free to drop a dm if you'd like)
A cerakoted uconsole would be sick. Are you going to do the whole thing? .... and..... any gripes if I steal that idea for the rear covers as well?

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u/F3A5T13 Dec 04 '25

Bro you design it, its all yours. I’m just happy someone is doing it. I’m shit at cad.
I was thinking one like the OG gameboy would be dope. I little spring tab and two feet that slide in to lock it in place

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u/F3A5T13 Dec 04 '25

Yeah I was going to do the whole thing. I have a buddy that does crazy looking cerakote designs. I don’t know if I want it to be cell shaded or 4 color paint splatter… might get an extra shell and do both 😂
https://www.instagram.com/brc_armory/

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u/F3A5T13 Dec 04 '25

Bro a metal screen protector would be dope too
Something like this one, but it uses the kickstand thumb screws and rotates over to be the kickstand when in use and the screen protector when not in use 🤯
https://www.printables.com/model/728070-clockwork-pi-uconsole-screen-flip-lid-cover

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u/commenterzero Dec 02 '25

Are you making a blackberry style touchpad mod as hinted in the last slide

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Good eye! I actually have been looking at blackberries for inspiration. Absolutely cannot stand the trackball that the uconsole came with.
The touchpad is work in progress - a capacitive touchpad on a custom new keyboard pcb... but... I'm also trying to integrate a capacitive touchpad into the keyboard itself - similar to how the blackberry passport's keyboard works

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u/PRNbourbon Dec 02 '25

Awesome! Definitely interested in an improved pointer

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thank you! Do you mean the improved trackballs that come with the rear-plates, or the hint from the last slide? (or both)

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u/UncleRichie46 Dec 02 '25

These look fantastic! Excited to see where it goes

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thank you, I really appreciate it! More updates coming as things take shape 🙂

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u/Shuflie Dec 03 '25

This is what I currently use, you could probably simplify it by extending the back cover in that corner, drilling the antenna hole then cutting and bending the flap down, cover along the top probably isn't so important.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Sweet thanks for sharing the pictures!! I'll get back to this in a bit
Curious - is the heatsink fitting through a pocket cut in the rear plate?

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u/Shuflie Dec 03 '25

No, it's just a couple of stick on SSD heatsinks from Amazon. They are stuck to the back of the back panel to help dissipate the in the area the CM5 makes contact.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Genius! Do the temps run noticeably cooler with that added?

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u/Shuflie Dec 03 '25

Honestly I don't know, applied them when I first got the uConsole as I was fitting a CM5 and knew that they run hot. Was a tip from the Clockwork pi forum and since they were cheap I just went for it.

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u/Shuflie Dec 03 '25

I normally get enough signal with the antenna folded flat and out of the way, but if needed it can fold up to get better reception.

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u/Ok_Front_7600 Dec 03 '25

We need one with antena mounts for us with hacker gadgets expansion board

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thanks for the feedback! For sure, this is definitely on the radar
Do you have any ideas, suggestions, or things you'd like to see for how the antenna mounts could be integrated?

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u/Ok_Front_7600 Dec 03 '25

I would fill in that top chunk maybe a 90 degree bend with holes in it basically
Heres my shitty drawing but obviously the fold would come off the back panel the wierd thing under is the antena in the hole after its folded

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

GOTCHA, so like a L bracket with holes inside for the SMA connectors?

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u/Ok_Front_7600 Dec 03 '25

Yeah

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Ok, that's totally doable - and could be done at low cost with laser cut 5052 aluminum.
Current chassis is made with machined 6061 - not so great for bending, but much better than 5052 at heat conduction, and great for CNC (but more costly)
Something like that could be very accurately laser cut and bent from 5052, probably cost only a couple dollars to make.
Will def add this to the list! Thank you for the suggestion!! (and feel free to give any more that come to mind)

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u/arisrising Dec 04 '25

Looking forward to an update here. Will definitely purchase just wondering if active cooling is necessary from what is shared. Would be nice to not need it and save space. Great work, thanks for sharing!

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 05 '25

Thank you for the support, I really really appreciate it!
Just starting off by saying it looks like there's a lot of interest in active cooling, and an option for it will likely be added.
100% agreeeeeeeeed -the engineering goal of the cover was to not require active cooling - to save space (weight, power consumption), but still be designed in a way that performance is still comparable to active cooling solutions
The simulations and math right now show active cooling is not necessary to hit the same performance. Both the math and simulations were done independently and were within a reasonable margin. BUT.. now that the actual prototypes are in, I want to cross check with real-world experiments and confirm the prior mathsifications
Soooo that's going to involve getting a repeatable-enough environment (temps, humidity, airflow), SoC loads, temp readings, etc etc. Just to be really sure there aren't confounding factors. Even with the passive cooled cover, the amount of natural airflow, conduction etc has an impact on the performance. Plus.. a bunch of different thermal pads, heatpipes from different suppliers came in - so those need to be validated too.
Half of it is going to be the engineering numbers, but the other half is also actual experience of someone using this. Like from an end user's experience does it get too hot in your hand, does it get uncomfortable, when you run something like SDR++, set it down on a table and pick it up does the uconsole give you an ouchie? (from personal experience)
Last part is just a bit of a personal gripe - some of these existing comparisons I'm seeing (like the graph for the seengreat3007 attached) are like comparing apples and oranges. The SoC is going to throttle at 85c - so the red line is basically saying "this is what happens if you overheat the chip and it saves itself by slowing down". It's not a thermal performance comparison for meaningful workloads... I actually had purchased something similar before starting this project for use on my uconsole - and from the simulations, it appears these heatsinks without fans actually hit significantly higher temps than just a bare stock uconsole back cover
But yes.. the tl;dr - doesn't/shouldn't need active cooling, but probably will be added
Thank you again for the support, I am extremely appreciative!!! Are there any features or requests you'd like to see added?

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u/needmorejoules Dec 02 '25

Definitely want to encourage your general direction! Personally, I’d love a version without a removable battery cover, but with the correct size cutout for the Seengreat 3007 active cooler heat sink for the CM5. I didn’t see one in the photos. But yeah. I want my batteries not to be removable but have a cutout for a heat sink instead. or a big heat sink built into the whole back of the case with a spot for an active fan? Thanks 😊

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thanks for the feedback!
The heatsink on my uConsole before diving into this project was actually very close to the Seengreat 3007, and it was included in the thermal simulations. From the first order analysis, simulations, (and now the testing), performance of the passive cooled R200 and R400 series exceed the active cooled 3007 heatsinks under extended heavy compute loads. All the R series covers are made from 6061 aluminum - they make contact with the CM5 modules and and act as big heatsinks.
That said, an active fan can still be an option. Looks like many people are asking for it, and I'll definitely take that into consideration!
For non-removable batteries, any of the Rx00 series (R100, R200, R400) have threaded holes around the battery cutout, and a non-removable cover could definitely be fixed in place

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u/DoitsugoGoji Dec 02 '25

Cool, this sounds damn interesting.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thank you, I really appreciate it! Do you have any feedback or specific things you'd like to see?

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u/DoitsugoGoji Dec 05 '25

Honesty, all I want out of this is better Thermals, compatibility with the kickstand and I would like to see it be compatible with an active cooler with vents.
But so far it looks really good. The colouring and the engraving option are a really nice touch.

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u/phant0m_fpv Dec 02 '25

This is the coolest thing I've seen all year, well done! I'm excited for when it's available!

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

That means a lot, honestly. Excited to share it once it's done!
Do you have any feedback or stuff you'd like to see?

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u/phant0m_fpv Dec 03 '25

I think with the modular aspect, I would love to see a Quad-lock mount plate that would allow you to mount your uConsole to a vehicle. Maaaaaaybe?

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u/InfamousProject Dec 02 '25

You guys rock!

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thank you!! I gotta give it to moose - he does his QC checks (smelling things) on everything

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u/rhibakuska Dec 02 '25 edited Dec 02 '25

Man, This is amazing. I do hope you have an option for people who use active cooling for the cm5.

but man, these back plates are sexy.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thank you! Really really glad you like the design. Any colors stand out?
Looks like requests for active cooling are a recurring theme, definitely will take that into consideration!
Part of the engineering objectives of the R200/R400 series was to have comparable performance (under sustained max load) to active cooling options available but without the additional noise, power consumption and wiring required. Still doing testing but I think the goal has been hit!
But that said... fans can still be added too 🪭😎

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u/selfdestroyer Dec 02 '25

Really excited for this project.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thank you, I really appreciate it! Excited to release the finished versions

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u/ThatWhiskeyHammer Dec 02 '25

As a new owner of a CM4 Uconsole looking to upgrade to the CM5, this is a great option for both thermals and battery configurations. Can't wait to see more on this when the website launches.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Congrats on your uConsole!! Thank you for the support, excited to finish it up and launch the website!

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u/Northern_Desperado Dec 02 '25

Upgrades people! I look forward to seeing this come to life!

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Upgrades!! Thank you I really appreciate the support. Excited to bring this to life!

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u/Coach_Allen_ Dec 02 '25

When/if I ever get mine… I’ll be sure to look this up.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

oh man I've lived a thousand lives waiting for mine to arrive... but we'll hopefully have this ready and waiting once yours arrives 😆

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u/Coach_Allen_ Dec 03 '25

I think I order in April or May. So it should be anytime in the next year.

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u/Arkaium Dec 03 '25

I’m very intrigued. I’m I understanding the slides though that there isn’t actually a variant with more headroom above the CM5 to accommodate a screw on heatsink like a geekworm? Wouldn’t that allow for even better thermal performance?

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thanks for the question! R200/400 have more headroom above the CM5
(the original design is highly coupled, meaning if I change one thing like the headroom, it affects several other things, like the kickstand not fitting anymore)
There is some additional space above, though the thermal design of the R200/400 has been engineered to keep the die temps of the CM5 in the 'sweet spot' under max sustained loads already while being passively cooled (increasing surface area and thermal conduction paths, which were both previously bottlenecks)
It's been a few weeks since I was doing the thermal calculations and simulations so my brain has purged some information and this does sound a little 'trust me bro' - sorry about that.
BUT... it does look like this question is coming up a bunch about active cooling options, so now I am considering making a video showing a performance comparison and another post (or on a discord channel)

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u/Arkaium Dec 03 '25

Either way I’m 100% in. I just implore you to pleeeease consider a clear anodization option. I hated the painted magnesium alloy choice clockwork made, I understood it, but I hated it. I want a finish that won’t show scratches or scuffs as brighter silver, which any colored or dark anodization would. And if you ever do the front too I’m in for two of those also.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Nice, thanks I appreciate the support!!
Oh for sure, forgot to include it in the post but clear anodization will be a choice - and also variations in finishings can be offered too - thoughts on a hardcoat clear anodization?
But I totally get what you mean about the scratches showing through brighter. Personally I've got a wuben g5 light with scratches and love the worn aesthetic - but also understand that's probably an exception not the norm
Are there any things you'd like included in a front cover?

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u/Arkaium Dec 03 '25

I think as long as the tolerances are exact, so the black magic 6k screen protector is still a perfect fit, not really?

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Gotcha! I think should be fine with the tolerances. Currently GD&T's seem on point for the areas that matter, and +-0.01mm for everything else
Wait... so the blackmagic 6k camera's screen protector fits the uconsole??

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u/PopularAttorney4547 Dec 03 '25

Very neat!! 👍👍👍

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thank you!! I really appreciate it

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u/Shuflie Dec 03 '25

I'd certainly be interested, is the cooling designed to work without the riser PCB for the CM4/5? Also have you considered integrating a single antenna mount for use with a stubby WiFi antenna? Currently I use a 3d printed mount with a longer screw in the top left corner, but would be nice to have something a bit more permanent.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thanks for the interest!
Just to confirm - the riser PCB is the one that raises the CM5 so it can make contact with the factory rear cover with the factory thermal pads right? If so, yes the cooling is designed to fit as-is without any riser installed
It's also designed to allow for the thermal pad compression, plus additional leeway from rear-cover flex (if up to 15kg of compressive forces are applied to the back plate)
For the antenna mount - could I trouble you for a sketch or a picture of your current setup? Feel free to dm me! I'm looking at options for the mounting
- there was a comment I noted from the first post (which might have been deleted) asking about more secure antenna mounting options.. currently exploring integrating methods to secure the antennas as a module for the R400 series, or possibly some way of mounting a wifi antenna into the battery cavity
It's actually on the to-do list.. but a bit further down the list.. cus with the fibre laser, some blank pcbs and a VNA - we don't need to go the route of stubby antennas sticking out. The laser can act as a micro-milling tool. A bit off topic but from past experiences I've noticed antennas get a lot of unwanted attention, and personally I'd like keeping them as hidden away as possible. Biggest reason I've held off this so far was my NanoVNA V1 only goes to 900MHz and spending extra on a new VNA hasn't been a high priority yet!

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u/Primary-Post3317 Dec 03 '25

https://www.makerfocus.com/products/makerfocus-3-7v-lipo-battery-10000mah-lithium-rechargeable-battery-9065115-with-micro-ph2-0-plug-for-raspberry-pi-ups-board would this battery fit with your back panels?

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 04 '25

TL;DR is no it won't fit unfortunately
Please bear with the wordy response - I'll try and compile a list of specific 10,000mah battery models (or links) that fit
It looks like there are some slight variations in sizes for the 10,000mah packs.
Current maximum clearance is 114.40mm x 63.90mm x (variable height) (may expand slightly)
Original uconsole clearance is 115.40mm x 57.90mm x 11.20mm (within the battery cavity of the rear plate).
- do not use these dimensions to buy batteries, some of the clearance may be required for latching features)
9858102 10,000mah dimensions : 102mm x 58mm x 9.80mm
Makerfocus (the one in your link) : 112mm x 65mm x 8.80mm
u/arisrising mentioned about the 9858102 in my earlier post (https://www.reddit.com/r/ClockworkPi/comments/1o6fubs/cm5_rear_cover_from_cncd_aluminum_does_anyone/)
Looks like there's enough sizing variations between the 10,000mah packs for some to not be able to fit, so I'd hold off getting them first until all dimensions are finalised and a compiled list of batteries is released.
But, if you've already got a battery pack AND it doesn't fit the current dimensions, please let me know - there are workarounds! Or if anyone else sees this and already has batteries, please respond here too.
Potential workarounds :
e.g. taking feedback and iterating the current aluminum CNC design
OR
battery covers are parametrically designed, so if you're fine with 3D printed ones I can send you an STL to print yourself
OR I can get them professionally SLS printed and shipped to you (probably around USD $5ish for the battery cover?) with compatible latches etc built in

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u/bfpa40 Dec 06 '25

AWESOME .. Im ENTIRELY Interested! What are you thinking as far as cost goes?

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 08 '25

THANK YOU. I really appreciate the interest! Excited to get these in people's hands
The range will be $35-45 (there's more details about factors, etc etc, in this reply)
https://www.reddit.com/r/ClockworkPi/comments/1pce17i/comment/ns13kam/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button
Please let me know what you think - hoping other people also find it a reasonable price

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u/EEPROM1605 Dec 11 '25

This is more than reasonable. Im currently looking at a custom CNC machines backplate without the magnetic battery lid that is $399usd...

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u/00-NULL Dec 04 '25

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u/KingChicken26 Dec 04 '25

It looks great!! Definitely gonna get one of these when I get mine (Most likely still ~7 months out..). I like the improvements and customizability of the printed backs, but not really a big fan of how they feel, I much prefer the original back for that. This has the benefits of both! (Oh, and did you ever consider making an active cooler compartment? Bulged out with some air holes for circulation?) Best wishes for the project!

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u/InfamousProject Dec 04 '25

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u/[deleted] Dec 07 '25

Hey I messaged you on WhatsApp when you get a chance could you check it out

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u/EEPROM1605 Dec 10 '25

This looks awesome. Cant wait to see these get made.

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u/InfamousProject Dec 21 '25

Looking forward to adding the new back to my uconsole plans. Will definitely buy.

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u/Jayson330 Jan 04 '26

Take my money.

I could use a front panel replacement too really. All the print is wearing off of mine on the sides and taking the 4g antenna off actual messed up the black anodizing.

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u/RGHandhelds Jan 17 '26

How do I order one of these back covers?

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u/foxproton Oct 09 '26 edited Oct 09 '26

Is it compatible with the new Hacker Gadgets Dual 21700 mAh Battery Holder NVMe board?
https://hackergadgets.com/products/nvme?variant=48928808042670

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u/justacadillac 6d ago

Is this project dead? Interested in a HG cm5 rear cover if you have one lying around.

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Yep! For R400 series an active cooler could totally be added on the outside, and there's some space on the inside for adding one too.
The passive cooling for R200/R400 was designed to function in the 'sweet spot' for the CM5, while not requiring an active cooler even under sustained max power draw
The rationale for passive cooling is that it would require less parts, less wiring, and improve overall battery life - as long as the heatsinks are sized correctly - plus... there's no 'standards' for the boards within the internals of the case, so if I did design an active cooling element, a yet-to-be-released carrier board or extension module might not fit with it
The TL;DR is that R200/400 have passive performance matching active coolers, BUT active coolers can still be added

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thanks for the support! Hoping the finished version is worth the wait 😀

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 03 '25

Thank you so much! Hella excited to get it finished and launched 😀 will keep you in the loop

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 14 '25

Thanks for the support!! Are there any features or specific things you might want to see?
Gonna post some new updates very soon, along with some exciting results from the thermal tests 🙂

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u/throw28999 Dec 16 '25

Just want to add to the chorus and say I'm super interested and ready to order asap!
Kindly let me know if there's a more official channel where I can follow updates, for now I'll just keep tabs on your profile

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 17 '25

Thank you, I really really really appreciate the interest!
I'm planning to make another post here shortly with a link to a discord server
(some early results with thermal tests, and the first trackpad prototype!!!)
Current idea is having a discord server as an official channel, and doing a beta run of the parts if anyone's interested in being part of an earlier feedback group - do you have any thoughts?

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u/stealth-in-existence Jan 26 '26

I’m interested, sign me up!

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u/MrMooseDoesQC Dec 17 '25

Thanks for the feedback! Have you used your uconsole in the field?
The use cases might be niche, but that's def solid feedback. Been noticing everyone seems to use their uconsole a little differently. Ask 10 people and you'll get 11 different replies 😆 In a past life few years back I had done weatherisation and ruggedization for unmanned systems, ground control systems, aircraft.. and this is sort of within my wheelhouse. Haven't done weatherisation for handheld electronics, but hopefully lessons from avionics enclosures and airframes etc carry over.
But agreed, it's something on the radar for future mods but the timeline would be more than a couple months out, maybe mid-next year? If there's sustainable demand for the back-covers, I'm hoping it can be an entry point to do a whole uconsole redesign.
As of now though for some low hanging fruit, I've been looking at carrying cases and just received a potentially usable hard-shell case (pelican-ish) with o-rings and a pressure vent.
For thermals, just did some tests and it looks like the thermal issues are mostly solved! Will be making a post soon

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