Collapsible Altoids 3D Viewer

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**REMEMBER!** You need CONVEX LENSES for this to work! If the image you see is blurry or not right, adjust the model by shortening the arms! If you lengthen them, that's fine, but if they're too long it won't fit in the tin anymore. The lenses I used had a focal point of about 12cm. (look through the lens while holding it 12cm up. Is the image clear? If not, you need a different lens or different arm lengths.) **NEW!** Modified design for lenses with a 5-6cm (2-2.5 inch) focal length! Both arms and faceplate/base are included, so you can print the whole thing at once! Simple little collapsible 3D viewer that fits inside an Altoids tin! Very simple to print and build with an approximately one hour print time, depending on settings. Use 40% infill. To view 3D images, just print off the image you want, downscaled to 8cm wide and 4.8cm tall and stick it to the base of the frame with sticky tac or something non-permanent. Assembly is easy, just snap the pieces together! Watch the videos below for a demo (and to see the orientation of the parts): https://youtu.be/xozZniV_aIc https://youtu.be/e-RquwnjZM4 When viewed through the lenses, you will see 3 images in a row, one to the left, one in the center, and one to the right. Just focus on the enter image and you'll see it in 3D! (There's no way to hide the left and right images without voiding the collapsibility.) If you want to print out your own image, use this: https://dj505gaming.wordpress.com/image_template_for_viewer/ It's already actual size, so paste your image overtop and print it out as-is. This project is free for use and modification by anyone, so long as you give credit and post a link to this project on any modifications. Enjoy!