Cagelight1

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This is a significant overhaul of Nightlight1, with the inner light shape remaining unchanged while the outer shape has been replaced with a hexagonal grid that was initially developed for objects such as calendars or open baskets. This design represents my most intricate creation to date, so I will provide an in-depth explanation of its intricacies. Photo 1 shows the light turned off during the day with an LED puck light inside. This type of LED light is widely available and comes in both battery-powered and wall-plug versions. To explore alternatives, simply search for "LED puck" online. Photo 3 depicts the light on during the day, while photo 5 captures it at night. A top view (photo 6) reveals an interesting combination of a round inner surface and an oval outer cage. I intentionally designed it this way to add visual interest. A close-up shot (photo 4) showcases the hex grid pattern, which consists of both hexagon and diamond shapes. This unique arrangement results from grouping hexagons parallel to each other rather than offsetting them like in chicken wire fences. In contrast, Cagelight1 will feature offset hexagons. Photo 6 displays the waffle shape I incorporated into the bottom of the light. This design choice reduces filament usage, simplifies removal from the print bed, and prevents warping due to cooling contraction. The part took 33 1/4 hours to print using a 0.200 mm layer height. The STL file is named BK1 for BigKahuna1 and represents my first creation combining geometry definitions for four distinct parts: the circular light shape, the light bottom/LED holder, the hex cage, and the hex cage waffle bottom.