Alternate Latch Hardware for the Boxes For Stuff

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These are some alternate hardware parts for the Boxes for Stuff cases.  They were designed to assist if problems are encountered due to lack of correct hardware or less than optimal surface finish (which could cause problems with fitting some parts).

The parts included here should fit any of the Boxes For Stuff, including the Gridfinity Cases and the Bambu Spares Case.  They simply replace the stock parts included with each.  These have not been tested yet, but I'm posting them because the changes are small, and they address some problems I have heard that some folks have run into while assembling the various box for stuff cases. 

So, why not just update the original models with these parts then?  It's because the original parts have worked very well for my test prints (done on a Bambu X1C).  However not every printer is the same, and some folks may have issues with assembling models like these, which closely fit together, or they may not have some of the odd size hardware required. These parts may help to avoid a frustrating re-print or reworking of the larger parts of the cases if problems arise.  

Each of these alternate latch parts addresses a different problem, so you may not need all of them, possibly just one:

 

This alternate cleat has a slightly narrower dovetail (about 0.25mm narrower than stock).  This may help if your find that the cleat is difficult to install.

If you find that this is still too tight, it may be worth calibrating flow or even scaling the part slightly in the slicer.  If the surface shows bumps then it may be worth drying the filament.  You can also sand the edges of the dovetails to help them slide in, if the surface is bumpy on the print.  

Don't force this part however, since that may crack the case.

 

 

The following two alternate parts should be used together.  This is an alternate version of the latch tab and latch clasp.  They are only needed if you don't have M3x30mm screws handy, and want to use two shorter screws (from each side) to install the latch clasp (the U-shaped part).  I don't know if this will be as strong as one M3x30mm screw, however it's at least an option if you don't have the correct hardware, and want to get a box assembled.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

As noted, these have not been tested yet, so if you make them, please provide feedback.

 

I recommend printing these using PETG, with 100% infill and arachne wall generator for maximum strength.  Other filaments can be used, I have used PETG though and think it works well for the latches.

 

Other Stuff:

If you need some bins for small parts, the following bins with covers are a good option to use with this case (they were designed for it):

  1. 1 compartment 2x1 (6U) bin with a magnet pickup tool
  2. 1x1, 1x2 (3 Compartment) and 1x4 (6Compartment) bins with lids (6U) - version 2.0
  3. 4x2 (6U) lidded bin with latch
  4. 3x2 (6U) lidded bin with latch
  5. 2x2 (6U) lidded bin with latch

If you want to check out my other Gridfinity cases, you can find them at the links below:

  1. Gridfinity Box For Stuff 20 bin (6U)
  2. Gridfinity Box For Stuff 25 bin (6U) (max size for a Bambu X1C/P1S)
  3. Gridfinity Box For Stuff 16 bin (6U) (Ender 3 size)
  4. Gridfinity Box For Stuff 16 bin - 12U deep version (Ender 3 size)
  5. Gridfinity Box For Stuff 2 bin (6U) (small test version)

If you want to store some metric hardware in this, Ch3vr0n posted some segmented bins for the Gridfinity system here:

https://www.printables.com/model/732655-gridfinity-boxes-for-gridfinity-box-for-stuff-20-b


If you find these models useful, please post a like or a comment with some pics of your prints. 

You can find the other things I'm working on at my blog here.  You can also follow me here or on Printables to see what new stuff I post.  If you would like to support my work, you can Buy Me A Coffee using this link:

https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mystoopidstuff

Thanks for looking!

 

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