Where Can I Find a Replacement Battery Door for My TI-NSpire?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around finding a replacement battery door for the TI-NSpire calculator, which is missing along with the rechargeable battery. Participants explore various options for obtaining the door, including contacting the manufacturer and DIY solutions.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests contacting TI for a replacement door, noting potential difficulties and costs associated with this option.
  • Another participant proposes reaching out to a service that handles defective calculators, as they might provide a door from a non-functional unit for a small fee.
  • Several participants discuss a DIY approach, recommending cutting a piece of black plastic to fit as a replacement and drilling holes for screws.
  • A participant mentions the need to find the correct screw size after considering the DIY method.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the potential options for obtaining a replacement door, but there is no consensus on the best approach or the feasibility of contacting TI versus pursuing DIY solutions.

Contextual Notes

Some limitations include uncertainty about the availability of replacement parts from TI and the practicality of DIY solutions, as well as the specific requirements for screws that may be needed.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals seeking to repair or replace parts of their TI-NSpire calculators, particularly those interested in DIY solutions or navigating manufacturer support.

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I just picked up a TI-NSpire for nearly nothing. It's missing the battery door for the rechargeable battery (which is also missing). I can pick up the battery easily enough but I can't find the door anywhere! See the door (and it's screws ... which of course I don't have either) in the pic below. Halp!

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edit: I noticed the picture is of a CAS ... I have a plain jane nspire. Another pic shown below seems to show that the battery door is the same. Amazon prime has the battery @ $11.01.

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Wow ... zero replies in two days ... does ANYONE have any input on this?
 
You can contact Ti for a replacement door. They might be difficult to actually work with and could be a bit pricey for a simple piece of plastic. Actually, contact the place where they have all the defect calculators sent. They may be able to strip one off of a dead calculator and send to you for the cost of postage. Just a thought.
You could also find a sheet of black plastic and cut out to the size (with ears) to latch into the back area. Drill two small holes where the screws are (heck, drill four holes, one in each corner). Then screw in with eye glass screws.
 
You can contact Ti for a replacement door. They might be difficult to actually work with and could be a bit pricey for a simple piece of plastic. Actually, contact the place where they have all the defect calculators sent. They may be able to strip one off of a dead calculator and send to you for the cost of postage. Just a thought.
You could also find a sheet of black plastic and cut out to the size (with ears) to latch into the back area. Drill two small holes where the screws are (heck, drill four holes, one in each corner). Then screw in with eye glass screws.
 
CalcNerd said:
You can contact Ti for a replacement door. They might be difficult to actually work with and could be a bit pricey for a simple piece of plastic. Actually, contact the place where they have all the defect calculators sent. They may be able to strip one off of a dead calculator and send to you for the cost of postage. Just a thought.
You could also find a sheet of black plastic and cut out to the size (with ears) to latch into the back area. Drill two small holes where the screws are (heck, drill four holes, one in each corner). Then screw in with eye glass screws.

1.95 when I called plus shipping. I forgot about the screws however so now I need to find out what size they are
 

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