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Magnetic Box – Compact Magnetic Closure Container
This compact magnetic box is composed of two main parts — **Top** and **Bottom** — designed to house **8 cylindrical magnets** for a clean, reliable, and snap‑fit magnetic closure.
The design is minimal, robust, and fully optimized for 3D printing without supports.
It works perfectly as a small storage container for components, accessories, or everyday desk items.
#### 📐 Technical Features
The following specifications are derived from the official technical drawing:
##### **Overall Dimensions**
- Length: **70 mm**
- Width: **40 mm**
- Total height: **approx. 20 mm**
- Wall thickness: **2–2.5 mm**
- Internal and external fillets: **R1, R4, R4.6**
- Matching geometries ensure perfect alignment between top and bottom
##### **Magnet Housing**
- Total magnets: **8** (4 in the Top, 4 in the Bottom)
- Magnet seat diameter: **Ø5.2 mm**
- Outer safety diameter: **Ø6.2 mm**
- Designed for **5×3 mm** round magnets
- Positioned at all four corners for uniform closure
##### **Parts List**
As reported in the technical document:
| Element | Part Number | Description |
|---------|-------------|-------------|
| 1 | Top | Lid |
| 2 | Bottom | Base |
| 3 | Magnet | Magnet housing |
#### 🖨️ 3D Printing Guidelines
- **Recommended technology:** FDM
- **Materials:** PLA, PETG, ABS
- **Supports:** Not required
- **Infill:** 15–25%
- **Layer height:** 0.2 mm
- **Tolerances:** Already integrated based on the technical drawing
#### 🔧 Assembly Instructions
1. Insert the magnets into the **Bottom** part, checking the polarity.
2. Place the corresponding magnets on the **Top**, letting them snap into position.
3. Apply a small amount of gel cyanoacrylate or epoxy.
4. Close the box to ensure perfect alignment while the adhesive cures.
#### 🎯 Suggested Uses
- Electronic components
- Mechanical small parts
- Desk accessories
- Small personal kits
- Quick and useful printable gift