Zoidberg - LilyGo T-Deck Meshtastic Powered Node case

Zoidberg is a case for the LilyGo T-Deck that has been designed to have the smallest bezels feasibly possible (3mm!) with an internal structure that supports and protects the devices components. It does this while requiring no nuts, bolts or screws to construct it.... Zoidberg is much more than a plastic box.

PLEASE NOTE: Zoidberg does not include the LilyGo T-Deck or Battery, as with my other cases these have to be purchased separately. Thats all you need though!

Zoidberg uses a "sandwich" design that includes three main parts, the main body, mid-chassis and back cover. The mid-chassis sit in the middle of the case and protects the battery, preventing it from making contact with the components of the T-Deck, while forming a physical connection between the front and back of the device. This makes Zoidberg feel "solid" with no flex in the keyboard.

Zoidberg can use one of three high quality batteries, two from EEMB and one from MakerFocus that provide 15-20 hours of run time. The use of these batteries is only possible because of the provided adapter cable which I had manufactured in bulk. Links to where to buy the batteries can be found at the bottom of the description.

Included in this kit are:

• Zoidberg Case
• SMA Pigtail cable
• JST battery adapter cable

To summarise Zoidberg's features:

• Supports the LilyGo T-Deck (not included)
• Body measuring just 105x73x24mm
• Support for THREE different flat LIPO batteries with PCM chip providing 15hr+ battery life
• Included custom made battery cable allowing use of batteries with JST PH2.0 connector
• SMA Connector for connecting an antenna (optional PTPlace antenna available with custom seamless collar)
• Access to USB-C connector for charging, SD Card slot and reset button
• Internally mounted power switch button (never falls off, cough)
• Internal speaker re-located to the side of the device
• High quality tough PLA+ bioplastic
  

I also have available an optional antenna designed and made in the UK by PTPlace.co.uk.  This is available in both EU/UK 868MHz and USA/AUS 915MHz variants!  These antenna's are hand made and tuned for the specific LoRA frequency. If purchased with Zoidberg I include a custom collar that hides the SMA connector giving the seamless finish you see in the pictures!

Battery Links:

UK

3300mah : https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09DPR4V6L

3700mah : https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08215B4KK

US

3700mah : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08215B4KK

US / Worldwide

3000mah : https://www.makerfocus.com/products/makerfocus-3-7v-3000mah-lithium-rechargeable-battery-1s-3c-lipo-battery-pack-of-4