Tiny Parts Trays (+Lid and Shell)

thingiverse

Exploring parts trays and evolving various options on Thingiverse. These compact trays are nice and small. The basic design originates from others who create miniature cabinets with trays of different sizes and functions. Started remixing one tray from @wkarraker - a 12-bin tray to get started. The reference files I began with had a distinct approach than what I wanted for my application. The file had manifold issues, and wayward faces on the bottom in the STL available then so I fixed those. Then thickened the base a bit, changed handle design and orientation and initiated adding latching spots for a lid, designed the lid from scratch, and created the stacking-carcass. UPDATES Added a lid - fits nicely, the latch firm but usable. To use: pinch the front tray handle, and use another thumb on the lid's tab to open/close. Easy to do. Initial tray top-edge mesh fixes implemented. Fixed up the 4bin tray's mesh issues, added lid-latch holes, and pinch-handle redesigned. Various small edits continue - still in progress. Added two and one compartment files. Added a full assembly picture (hot off printer, not quite cleaned up yet, but illustrative). Watch this space - this is an ongoing project for now. Hope to turn it into a little package of stuff that works together to store some small fiddly things. A nod also to @FatalError3141 whose trays and cabinets were a source of inspiration. Though I've changed many elements of those designs, it was a good starting place. Print Settings Printer: MP Select Mini Rafts: No Supports: No Resolution: .2mm Infill: 25% Notes: Trying to keep resolution low, print straightforward. Through holes are small so hoping supports won't be necessary.