Electronics Components Box

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This wooden electronics components box was my son David's first CAD project, completed using FreeCAD. The dividers and box are made from 3mm wood while the lid is a 6"x11" clear yellow cast acrylic with 3mm thickness. Brass hinges were added to the lid which were sourced from Rockler for $3.49. Each brass hinge was fastened using eight 4-40 brass bolts and nuts, costing $3.20 in total. The laser cutting process took 7.5 minutes. Altogether, materials cost less than $10, bringing the total build cost to approximately $30. Although more expensive than a mass-produced plastic box, it offers a fun building experience and aesthetic appeal. We are currently modifying models for an improved iteration with faster cutting time, a flush lid design, and lowered hinge holes. Once completed, we will update the models and pictures. Our ongoing remix project aims to eliminate hinges and bolts by designing a laser-cut mechanism, which would lower costs by $6.69, bringing the estimated cost down to around $20.