Acrylic/Perspex box fittings and brackets

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If you are looking for a simple and easy modular design that can suit any size acrylic/perspex or thin sheet metal box either for a 3D printer, display cabinet or box project you can use a mix of these parts to create what you need. In the parts are a range of different components that you will be able to print and use on your own project. Parts include corner brackets, base brackets that include a cone and hole system that can be glued or double side taped to a base so your box can be easily removed and refitted, Also included is a simple hinge system allowing a 270 degree opening if needed and second hinge assembly you also may find useful for your project. The corner brackets have a 50mm cubed foot print which includes a brace for rigidity and use 4mm bolts with a nut recess for easy assembly. The base brackets are also 50mm square with a height of 27mm height when both pieces are used, they also use 4mm bolts and have a nut recess. These brackets can also be used on the top as a way of having a removable lid. There is a Left hand and a Right hand set that also has a hole and pin assembly combined with a magnet recess that can be used a to keep your door/hatch in place when closed. Magnet recess are 12.5 x 6 x 3.5mm rectangular cube and a 6 x 2mm disc magnet, my print setting gave me a press fit with some CA behind the magnets The larger hinge assembly also uses m4 hardware, a 25mm long bolt fitted from each side of this hinge completes the assembly with no need for a nut. The simple block design hinge is not much to look at but it has the practicality of up to 270 degrees of opening and is easy to fit and maintain, it is best printed on its side because of the radius at the front and it will not need supports. I have also included a block that can be used to guide to lock the walls or lid in place on the sides that need to be removable. One part of this block is a screw in fit for a m4 bolt I used a M4 tap to run the thread into the block before fitting the screw. A heated up bolt may also work but have not tried that method. It may depend on your printer and settings for this part. I also recommend that you use or print yourself a Mudguard washer for every bolt to help spread the pressure when bolting acrylic/perspex sheets and one has been included in the .stl files. Thanks for taking the time to read the description and I hope you find the parts useful on your next project