A mechanical solution to power your Mac Mini. Compatible with all intel/apple silicon 2018-2023 (pre 'M4') models. This design allows the Mac to be stacked over your desk among other accessories such as USB hubs or SSD compatible bases, while also pushed back against the wall without the need to leave space for your finger to creep for powering on.

This is a mostly print-in-place model with minimal support (recommended to, at least, check the .3mf projects attached to see the mandatory supports), and has no impact on CPU temperatures due to its geometry. PLA gives pretty good results for the body while being commonly available, but you are free to use your favourite material. I suggest printing the mandatory feet with TPU to give the base some grip and cushion against the surface.

The only hardware needed are x2 ~3x20mm helical springs (like the ones commonly found in many mechanical pens on the market), everything else is either press-fitted or free sliding (although, while not common on my testing, you may need to glue the front button to the pushrod if it does not properly attach to it). Check the the attached animation to see the assembly process:

Be gentle removing supports and freeing the back lever joint while also making sure to have installed all the pieces in the correct order and orientation. Tolerances may be a bit tight or loose on some parts like the button or the spring catcher due to its size and the user's print configuration (in that case, the base piece shall be kept unaltered while I suggest reprinting modifying the scaling factor of the button or the spring catcher until found one that suits you).