Complete 3D printed Gift Box, Etui

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This is a compact 11.5 x 3.5 cm case or container for any item that fits inside. I specifically designed this as a wrap for a giveaway, which comes complete with hinges and a bit of decoration on top. The "print-ready" STL file includes some additional parts to help keep items in place during printing. After printing, the hinges may require some minor sanding since the gap between the top and bottom hinges is quite narrow. The needle should fit into place smoothly. The entire item is printed using PLA with a 0.2mm layer thickness. A small adjustment will be needed for ABS prints. Enjoy and don't forget to like, collect or share! Post-Printing PLA issues arise due to tiny structural changes in the material after sanding and parts assembly. As a result, the box bottom and lid do not fit perfectly as intended. Sanding the hinges immediately after printing and joining the parts together, then securing the box with rubber bands and leaving it undisturbed for a couple of days appears to resolve this issue.