Slate Key Fob Reverse Engineered - 3D Print File (STL)

[bitpop]

I modeled this based on the pictures from https://fccid.io/2BV3QCCFOB200 filing for FCC compliance. I scaled the photos as canvases in fusion360 to match, and did a little creative reverse engineering to get to this first model. I'm sure it won't match the final release of the key, but it should be pretty close.

Have to print it on the base/bottom with supports on to support that keyring hole. Happy printing.

3D print file (for download): https://www.slateforums.com/forum/a....46191/?hash=e43905be429e32d3f925e4bd53ccb30a

 

[alm99]

Cool, will try printing this after work if I remember once I get home.

 

[kvermeer]

I remember this thread from last year:

https://www.slateforums.com/forum/threads/key-fob-customizations-colors-and-screwdriver.12687/page-2

that showed a bunch of neat key fob customizations, I hope they release those files someday soon!

 

[bitpop]

I remember this thread from last year:

https://www.slateforums.com/forum/threads/key-fob-customizations-colors-and-screwdriver.12687/page-2

that showed a bunch of neat key fob customizations, I hope they release those files someday soon!

Single part yeah, I just wanted something for sense of scale purposes. I know this isn't perfect but overall dimensions should be pretty dang close to the real thing.

 

[kvermeer]

Single part yeah, I just wanted something for sense of scale purposes. I know this isn't perfect but overall dimensions should be pretty dang close to the real thing.

It's one thing to see a number on screen, another to slip it in your pocket - I get it!

For anyone else reading this, my post was edited by the admins. There's still no visible notice that it was edited. They removed a question about it being one file or multiple files that click together like the real thing.

 

[bitpop]

FYI quite a bit bigger than my Honda key.

 

[Adam W]

The truck will also need a physical blade key, and I had always assumed it would be integrated into the fob like my Honda fob. It's the same as @bitpop posted above, with a tiny release lever right above the ring that detaches the electronic bits from the metal key hidden inside.

But the CyberCogs info that's come out lately indicates that's not the case. So I guess we'll be getting separate fobs and keys?

 

[VigilKnotEagle14]

Whenever I see another .STL file pop up for the Slate:

 

[Slake-Turck]

That's about how big they were at the Portland show. I look forward to designing my own key that I can hide in plain sight.

 

[bartflossom]

Love it.

 

[whasupjohn]

Not to be too pedantic but reverse engineering this is not, remodeling is what this is. Carry on.

 

[Adam W]

Printed one in resin. Feels pretty good in the hand, kinda fidget-toy sized.

 

[bitpop]

Printed one in resin. Feels pretty good in the hand, kinda fidget-toy sized.

And in slate grey! (Or is it gray?)

 

[solate]

Nice work, OP.

Anyone have a good reason why the keyfob needs to be inserted into the dash? Is it just cost savings? I'm suddenly realizing that I can lock my keys in the car again rather than always have them clipped to my belt.

 

[AZFox]

Anyone have a good reason why the keyfob needs to be inserted into the dash? Is it just cost savings? I'm suddenly realizing that I can lock my keys in the car again rather than always have them clipped to my belt.

Improved security.

Early on they said there would be a "Secure Key Ignition Module" that relies on a physical, not NFC, connection from the fob to the slot in the dash.

Unlike conventional push-to-start systems or traditional keyed ignitions, this system requires the driver to insert the key fob into a dedicated slot on the dashboard to start the vehicle. Once inserted, the fob passes a secure electronic code to the vehicle’s control system, enabling the motor to engage.​