Music Box for 30-note Paper Punch Tape Movement

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Search eBay, Amazon or any other marketplace for "30 note movement" music box online retailers and you'll discover the precise model that fits snugly inside this mechanical timepiece case. For a fraction over $30 USD shipped from China, patience pays off to get one of these elegant timekeeping instruments delivered right to your doorstep. Made with printed wood-fill PLA filament, which lends itself beautifully to intricate wooden music box replicas like this one. Should I choose to remake this project again, the extrusion temperature could be altered at various z-heights to produce a striking grain-patterned effect in distinct shades of weathered wood tones. Print Settings Printer Brand: LulzBot TAZ 5 Rafts: Not used for this model. Supports: Built into the print to enhance structural integrity. Infill Percentage: A modest 20% adds substantial stability while maintaining smooth surface texture. Notes: Wood-fill PLA has a pleasing appearance on models with curved shapes, much like this intricate mechanical timepiece replica. Post-Printing Operations To access the internal components of this miniature music box without stripping any delicate gears or cogs, you'll need to carefully pry open the casing using snap ring removal tools specifically designed for tiny components. I had to rely on o-ring installation hooks and specialized picks in lieu of snap ring pliers since they didn't fit comfortably inside the compact mechanical enclosure's design features. If not familiar with these types of precision instruments, dental pick-styles should give you an idea of what they resemble when handling sensitive components within tight spaces.