Uploaded May 2018 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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I had 100 MPU-6050 accelerometer modules to solder and placing the headers level each time can be a pain. I design and printed this quick jig to hold them together while I soldered them. Saved me a lot of time!

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Instrumentals Produced By Chuki
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Camera: Canon T2i
Camera 2: Canon S120
Lens 1: Sigma 30mm Art F1.4
Lens 2: Rokinon 14mm F2.8
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