With the proper hardware and a simple jig, it is quick and easy to assemble the CLICKTM connector + SLIDETM adapter.
The video demo shows you how to assemble the Click+Slide combination to use with your WorkBench Project Development Kit.
Mounting your electronics on a Click+Slide assembly makes it super easy to manage, move, secure and protect your electronics project on the WorkBench system.
Step by Step #
Step 1: Set Up a Jig (Optional) #
OPTIONAL: For easy, precise assembly, make an L-shaped (90°) jig by clamping two straight pieces of scrap wood to a table.
The block on the X-axis (right) should be no wider than 2” when you are gluing up 2×3 Clicks or no wider than 1” to glue up 1×3 Clicks. See Step 7 for reference.
Step 2: Grab the Correct Slide #
Check to make sure the raised mounting bosses on the Slide match the hole-mounting pattern on the electronics component you want to mount.
SKIP steps 3 and 4 for the Sparkfun/Adafruit Sensor and
Circuit Playground Express Click/Slide combinations.
Step 3: Insert M2.5 Hex Nuts #
Insert four 2.5mm hex nuts into the back side of the Slide bosses.
- Thread a hex nut just onto the end of a M2.5×20 screw to give you leverage.
- Push the nut firmly into the hex pocket on the underside of the boss until it seats.
- A light tap with a hammer may be needed.
- Unthread the screw and repeat for the other three bosses.
Step 4: Insert M3.0 Hex Nuts #
Insert four 3.0mm hex nuts into the bosses on top of the 2.5mm nuts. They should lie level with or slightly below the surface. These should fit easily; there is no need to use tools or a hammer.
The 3.0mm nuts prevent the 2.5mm nuts from slipping out of position after the assembly is glued together.
Step 5: Place the Slide into the Jig #
Place the Slide into the jig with the raised bosses down and hex nuts up and visible.
Always glue the assembly with the Slide on the bottom as shown.
Step 6: Apply Glue* #
*Gloves are recommended for steps 6 and 7.
Draw a bead of super glue (cyanoacrylate) on the top of the CLICK following the pattern shown in blue. Spread some glue in the middle if desired.
Be careful NOT to glue the corners of the CLICK where the springs are located (red X’s).
Your Click will not function properly if the springs are immobilized.
Step 7: Final Assembly #
Place the glued side of the Click down onto the Slide and press both components firmly into the jig to line up the edges and then press down onto each other. Follow the instructions on the glue for the proper set time.
Note that the springs on the Click extend beyond the corner of the jig. If your X-axis block is too wide, the Click will not align correctly with the Slide.
Step 8: Attach Electronics #
Using M2.5 machine screws, attach your electronic component to the Slide.
See Electronics Mounting Guide for Circuit Playground Express assembly.
