Barrel Storage for Nintendo Switch Game Cartridges


A barrel-themed game holder with a wave-like display action. Includes a hidden second compartment that can be accessed by disassembly.

Print

  • No supports required.
  • Moving parts require a sufficiently smooth surface to slide without excessive friction.
  • Some barrel hoops have minimal bed contact and may require a brim.
  • Hoops can be printed with zero infill to help them flex during assembly.
  • Hide seams in the gap between barrel staves.

Assembly

  • Snap hoops onto barrel shells. For a more secure lid, use “tight” hoop, which includes a small interior ridge for a tighter grip.
  • Attach the middle shell to the bottom shell with the printed bolt. The bolt has a built-in relief so it will still allow the center shell to rotate even when fully tightened.
  • Insert games into the center shell with labels facing forward in a clockwise direction.
  • Add lid.

Proper Use and Warnings

  • To select a game, rotate the center shell clockwise until the game you desire is visible. Do not attempt to rotate anti-clockwise, as the mechanism that raises cartridges does not function in reverse.
  • Do not print in an abrasive filament. Abrasive filaments can damage a game cartridge over time.
  • Not intended use as a travel case unless you take additional steps to secure the lid in transit.
  • Do not spin center shell too quickly. A recklessly fast spin can cause cartridges to fly out.

Can I sell copies of this?

Yes! This model is available for commercial use!

License Details

Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0)

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"Barrel Storage for Nintendo Switch Game Cartridges" (https://3dprinty.xyz/project/148) is designed by 3D Printy (https://3dprinty.xyz) and shared under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).

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