Bird Feeder

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See the "Updates" section for the latest updates. I recently acquired a 3D printer, which is my third project. My goal was to create a bird feeder that looks great and can be assembled without screws or glue, requiring minimal supports during printing. I think I've achieved it! I used acrylic panels for the feed bin's sides, each measuring 3.5 inches by 4.5 inches (89mm x 114mm) with a thickness of no more than 2mm. Cutting these panels was a challenge; I tried to cut off an 18x3.5 inch piece from an 18x24 inch sheet by scoring and snapping it, but ended up cracking some. However, cutting the long piece into 4.5 inch panels worked well. If you prefer to print your own instead of using acrylic, I've provided an STL file for that. For best results, use a clear (translucent) filament so you can see the feed level through it, even though they won't be completely clear. The panel is only 0.6mm thick with a 2mm thick frame. I hope you enjoy this creation; it was a fun project! There was significant trial and error in designing something I'm happy with. I'm pleased with the results, and feel free to comment or leave suggestions.