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Box with Centrifugal Locks

by Ky3
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This took some work to get it work function properly, I tell ya... Total print time for me was 8 hours, 56 minutes. The hardest part of the print for your machine will be the bearings as they are print-in-place with no support. Simply (and carefully) break them loose with a small screwdriver after the print is done.

I will say it doesn't work exactly perfect. But that I expect is due to the small size of the ball bearings and the fact that they don't have a lot of mass. If they were SLS printed in metal, or replaced with small ceramic/steel bearings (2.79mm, or close. You've got about .41mm clearance on both sides in the bi-stable track), I imagine the function would be much more predictable.

EDIT 1 : Added alternate lids with different Triquetras on the top for a bit of design flare. Might need support to print these unless your bridging is boss-like.

EDIT 2 : Geocaching lids! Groundspeak official, as well as the G-compass. Most certainly will need supports.

EDIT 3
Source
Thingiverse
What you need to print this: Beginner Medium confidence
Why?
print-in-place design · no supports
Support-free Print-in-place Hardware needed
Supports 0/3
Assembly 0/3
Settings 1/3
Bed size 0/3
Post-process 1/3
Printer
FDM / FFF
File format
STL
Material
PLA
Est. print time
8 h
Post-processing
Hardware
Software
Cura, PrusaSlicer, or similar
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Box with Centrifugal Locks need supports when printing?
Nope — Box with Centrifugal Locks is print-in-place, so it comes off the bed ready to use. No supports, no assembly.
How long does it take to print Box with Centrifugal Locks?
According to the design notes, Box with Centrifugal Locks takes approximately 8 hours to print at standard settings (0.2 mm layer height, 15% infill). Actual print time varies based on your printer speed, layer height, and infill density.
What file format is Box with Centrifugal Locks available in?
Box with Centrifugal Locks is available in STL format. These files can be opened and sliced using free software such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, or OrcaSlicer for FDM printing, or ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer for resin printing. The download is provided through Thingiverse.
Is Box with Centrifugal Locks free to download?
Yes, Box with Centrifugal Locks is available as a free download through Thingiverse. Always check the license on the original platform to understand commercial use, remixing, and attribution requirements.
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