Valve Releases Free CAD Files for Steam Frame VR Headset
The files cover the light blocker, head strap, battery housing, facial interface, core module and controllers, plus the auxiliary expansion port.
Valve has released the full CAD files for the Steam Frame VR headset for free, according to pcgamer.com, opening the design up to user and third-party mods.
The files cover the light blocker, head strap, battery housing, facial interface, core module and the controllers. The documentation also describes how to interface with the Steam Frame's auxiliary expansion port, which provides 1 Gen4 PCIe lane along with power and camera functionality.
Valve confirmed separately that it is working on an upgraded head strap for the headset with interchangeable batteries and off-ear speakers. The company described it as coming soon.
CAD files are now available for all of Valve's most recent products: Steam Deck, Steam Machine, Steam Controller and Steam Frame. The company had previously released CAD files for the Steam Deck, Steam Machine and Steam Controller.
Quick answers
What do the Steam Frame CAD files include?
They cover the light blocker, head strap, battery housing, facial interface, core module and controllers, plus documentation for the auxiliary expansion port.
Is Valve making an upgraded head strap for the Steam Frame?
Yes. Valve has confirmed it is working on a head strap with interchangeable batteries and off-ear speakers, described as coming soon.
Which Valve products have CAD files available?
Steam Deck, Steam Machine, Steam Controller and Steam Frame.