Multi-Color Filament Sample Box and Cards

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<p>A simple filament swatch and storage box - they're a dime a dozen! So what makes this one different?&nbsp;</p><ol><li>The lids have a satisfying slide and lock (via magnets) function so they don't come off accidently.</li><li>The lids have multiple colors for the body, “Filament Sample” text, and “Type” text! Just use the provided GCODE and be ready to swap filament (instructions below).</li><li>The swatches are simple and provide all the information you'll need - see photos for details.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Multi-Colored Lids</h3><figure class="image image-style-align-center image_resized" style="width:49.83%;"><img src="https://media.printables.com/media/prints/269910/rich_content/e251d44f-929c-46a8-9a1c-27a058921236/image.png#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%2270d4b238-ae6e-40cd-bd59-5f9cd08441d8%22%2C%22w%22%3A863%2C%22h%22%3A500%7D"></figure><p>The GCODE provided for the lids has manually added M600 commands to perform filament color changes to create the above look. &nbsp;<i><strong>If you do not want this effect, you need to use the STL files and slice the models yourself!</strong></i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Instructions&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>Both the PLA and PETG lids have the same <strong>five </strong>total color changes - and they happen in quick succession so be ready!</p><p>Using the example above, the order you'll change them in is:&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Begin with Silver (body)</li><li>Color Change 1: Black ("Filament")</li><li>Color Change 2: Red ("PLA")</li><li>Color Change 3: Silver (a bit of the body)</li><li>Color Change 4: Black ("Samples")</li><li>Color Change 5: Silver (back to body color for remainder of print)</li></ol><h3>Magnetized Closure</h3><figure class="image image-style-align-center image_resized" style="width:31.07%;"><img src="https://media.printables.com/media/prints/269910/rich_content/3a7499df-3f83-4231-9753-a18ddb5001b7/image.png#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%221687a716-0217-429b-b5cd-e061fda9db5c%22%2C%22w%22%3A749%2C%22h%22%3A733%7D"></figure><p>Two 8x3mm magnets are use to secure the lid to the body. &nbsp;These aren't required, but give the assembly a quality, satisfying, and secure closure.&nbsp;</p><p>Simply push these into place after printing - make sure the polarity is correct!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Fit and Function Tip</h3><p>The lid/body sliding action will be rough and gritty fresh off the printer and after the support from the body and lid is removed. &nbsp;Simply slide the lid rapidly on the body (or use sand paper to speed the process up) and everything will smooth out nicely. &nbsp;My containers are now super smooth after a bit of use!</p>