Summary
This hexagonal trick box has a hidden latch mechanism.
The part that twists can be almost anything! This project comes with several topper designs, but you can easily make your own.
Printing
- This model can be printed entirely without supports!
- The spring should be printed with enough perimeters so that the thin arms of the spring are made entirely out of perimeter lines. This will make sure it bends in the correct way.
Assembly
- Watch the video above for the complete assembly process.
- Make sure to pre-tension the spring by one gear tooth This will assure that the latches have a strong hold on the base. This is also necessary for the alignment of some toppers.
- Make sure to glue the spring and topper If you do not fully secure these parts, the mechanism may become detached while in a locked state. Super glue or hot glue can work.
Customization
Topper Options
- Basic
- Honey comb
- Art Deco
Base Options
- Plain Base
- extra small
- small
- medium
- large
- extra large
- Just the Latch - use to make custom bases
- Twisty Cone
- Open Twist
- Open Twist Alt - easier to print
- Decorative
- Open Frame
- Plain Panels
- Celtic Knot Panels
Lid Options
- Default Lid
- Lid without fake latches
Latch Options
- Default Latch
- Press-on Latch
Attribution
The Decorative Embossed base is based on Laser Cut Panel Design Vector DXF File by ahmed and provided under this license.
