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Twist Lock Trick Box (Hexagon) - 5 different prints of the Twist Lock Trick Box.

The statue topper shown is a remix of a model by a different designer and is not included with the other topper designs. - 3d model

Twist Lock Trick Box (Hexagon)

258 downloads · 5 years ago · This hexagonal trick box has a hidden latch mechanism. The part that twists can be almost anything!

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Description

This hexagonal trick box has a hidden latch mechanism.

The part that twists can be almost anything! This project comes with several topper designs, but you can easily make your own.

Introduction https://youtu.be/1muiuHjyLlU

New Bases https://youtu.be/J3fc5i4JY1I

Printing

This model can be printed entirely without supports!

The spring should be printed with enough perimeters so that the thin arms of the spring are made entirely out of perimeter lines. This will make sure it bends in the correct way.

I've tested printing the spring in PLA and PETG. So far, it has worked well, but some filament may bend and withstand regular use better than others.

Base.stl and its various sizes has 15mm long bridges. These need to be printed straight or the latches won't slide as easily into place.

Assembly

Watch this video for the complete process.

Make sure to pre-tension the spring by one gear tooth. This will assure that the latches have a strong hold on the base. This is also necessary for the alignment of some toppers.

If you do not glue the spring and topper, the mechanism may become detached while in a locked state.

Customization

Topper Options

Basic
Honey comb
Art Deco

Base Options

Plain Base (extra small, small, medium, large, extra large)
Just the Latch - use to make custom bases
Twisty Cone
Open Twist
Open Twist Alt - easier to print
Decorative
Open Frame with Plain Panels
Open Frame with Celtic Knot Panels

Lid Options

Default Lid
Lid without fake latches

Latch Options

Default Latch
Press-on Latch

Can I sell copies of this?

Yes! This project was shared under the Creative Commons - Attribution license.

This license allows selling copies, but you must provide proper attribution, as detailed in the license itself.

Please note that any other projects linked here (remixes or related projects) may have a different license. Please respect those licenses.

This license applies only to the model files (STL, 3MF, STEP, F3D) included in this project. It does not apply to photos, videos, my logo, or other supplemental graphics attached to or displayed with this project.

Community Makes (1)

Community Makes (1)

Discussions

MR_SQEEZ4 years ago

I printed as was but due to this yellow plastic, the foundation part (the base on which all 3d prints are printed on) wouldn't come off most of the prints

MR_SQEEZ4 years ago

oh soz, so everything should fit as is? thanks

3DPrinty4 years ago

Correct :)

MR_SQEEZ4 years ago

UM, what size should the: honeycomb extralarge base lid with false latches default and presson latches be for the hexagonal lock box as a guide?

3DPrinty4 years ago

Hi MR_SQEEZ, sorry, I don't understand the question.

All the toppers in this project will fit all of the caps, latches, and bases listed here.

The only thing to figure out is which topper, base, and latch type you would like based on aesthetics.