Create a Lego flash drive with functioning cap

Computers & Mobile Fun & Games
Create a Lego flash drive with functioning cap

MZ_MakerWorkshop2.gif

legoUSBDremel.jpg

There are a number of projects online for re-casing a flash storage drive using Lego bricks, but most of them leave the USB connector exposed. In this project, we show you how to create a Lego case-mod that includes a Lego cap that snaps into place.

legoUSBDremel2 copy.jpg

Materials:

Dremel Rotary Tool
Dremel 561 Multipurpose cutting bit
Dremel 650 straight router bit
Lego 2×2 brick (3) for the case body. I used light green for the cap, and yellow and dark green for the body.
Lego 2×2 brick, 1/3-thick (2) for the ends. I used brown and white.
USB flash drive I used a PNY Micro Swivel Attaché
Hot glue gun with glue sticks
Super glue

MAKE_DownloadPDF_icon.gifDownload the Project PDF
(Right click to save the PDF to your desktop.)

What will the next generation of Make: look like? We’re inviting you to shape the future by investing in Make:. By becoming an investor, you help decide what’s next. The future of Make: is in your hands. Learn More.

Tagged

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

View more articles by Gareth Branwyn
Discuss this article with the rest of the community on our Discord server!

ADVERTISEMENT

Escape to an island of imagination + innovation as Maker Faire Bay Area returns for its 16th iteration!

Prices Increase in....

Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
FEEDBACK