two color Customizable foldable gift box

Two color customizable foldable gift box

The model is inspired by the inventions of the renowned inventor Robert Gair, who in 1890 created the first examples of folding boxes intended for industrial use. This version is a parametric reinterpretation of the original concept, with numerous modifications aimed at making most sizes functional.

Printing boxes with this method offers several advantages; among the main ones are significant filament savings and the possibility of obtaining a texture on all sides of the model. Once printing is complete, the piece only needs to be folded along the pre-made grooves.

It's identical in shape to my other "Customizable foldable box" model, with the addition of a colored ribbon to make it more vibrant and aesthetically pleasing. 

How to use the generator

There are two models loaded, the first allows you to generate a box with automatically calculated ribbon dimensions. The second gives you the option to choose the ribbon thickness, however, for it to work, you must enter this value only after modifying the box dimensions. This is due to a poorly optimized reading of offsets in the program it was created with, which unfortunately is beyond my control. Due to monochromatic generation, it will not be possible to see the ribbon while modifying the model, but it will still be present and easily colorable within the slicer. 

Once the model is downloaded, simply use the bucket tool on the side facing the plate to color the ribbon with your preferred color. If the ribbon does not appear, there was likely an error during custom generation, and it is therefore advisable to use the automatic one or reset the generator and re-enter the measurements as indicated in the previous paragraph.

Model Dimensions

• Height: “height” parameter
• Width and depth: “side a; side b" parameters

Print Features

The model was created using an A1 mini and is compatible with all mid-to-high-end and high-end 3D printers. The project was developed entirely in Fusion 360 and required the creation of about 10 prototypes to ensure maximum functionality and resistance.

No supports are needed, and the model prints completely flat.
The model must be folded manually after printing, keeping the side that was in contact with the bed on the outside. If the procedure is unclear, I have included assembly photos along with the presentation photos.

Personal Note

Having a solid starting point, which was the previous monochromatic model, creating this version was relatively simple. The only complication was the interlocking holes, which often caused problems with the ribbon. 

*the cover images are renders, for the purpose of presenting the model, the actual version may vary slightly.