About this 3D model

Boost Me It costs you nothing, but allows me to keep making silly things ? I'm just a small fish on MakerWorld, so your boost goes a long way. FilaVilla is a filament dry box solution that combines practical utility with contemporary design principles. It offers an organized, snug, and dry home for your spools that's as pleasing to the eye as it is functional, ensuring they're both accessible and neatly displayed on your shelf. This filament storage box is a great way to impress Tinder dates, finally get your kids to respect you, and show your nosy neighbors that they're messin' with the wrong guy. Design Principles I designed this filament dry box because I didn't really vibe with any other designs on here. They were either all ugly, over-engineered, took a whole spool to print, or took five days to print. These were my mandatories when designing: Affordability. The box must be as optimized as possible for cost-saving and print speed. I have a lot of spools and it's not plausible for me to spend an entire month and hundreds of dollars just to print filament boxes Moderate Protection. I mostly print with PLA and PETG, and don't need the box to be an airlock on the USS Enterprise, but still need it to be overall protected from the elements Simplicity. I wanted something with as few parts as possible that could connect in a straightforward and easy-to-assemble way. I didn't want any visible lips and as few seams as possible. Modular Library Design. I wanted something that could be assorted in a row and look nice on a shelf. Filament Visibility. I love the different colors of filament I have- I think the specific combination of colors that I choose to buy really showcases who I am as an artist and designer. Therefore, I wanted some form of window to not only show them off but also for quick selection. Strength. There's a natural balance you have to strike between design aesthetics and product strength. My goal was to find that balance the best I could and develop something that was nice to look at / interact with while still maintaining as much structural integrity as possible. Accessible. This is my first major project, and I was pretty overwhelmed by a lot of the other options out there. The goal of this was to make it easy for me to understand and build. The instructions below are pretty intense/detailed, but I know that's what I would prefer if I were a 3D printing newbie. If you can assemble an IKEA dresser, you can print and assemble this. Features Silica Gel Shelf : Easy to access and replace silica gel desiccant chamber to maintain dryness over time. Acrylic Clear Window : Magnetic Door : Ensures a secure and easy-to-use closure system for quick access. Raised Base : Elevates the box to protect from potential liquid ingress and facilitates easier handling. Filament Label Slot : A handy feature for labeling and organizing your filament types for quick identification. Basic Moisture Protection: It's definitely better than leaving it in a messy stack on your desk Fits Most Filament Brands: Hooray Print Time & Cost (With Overture PETG on a P1S) I highly suggest you use PETG, especially if you plan on stacking them. Part Est. Print Time Est Filament Usage Est Cost Left Side Wall 1 hr 42 min 85g $1.89 Right Side Wall 1 hr 42 min 85g $1.89 Shell 3 hr 53 min 161g $3.44 Front Panel 55 min 39g $0.82 Top Hinge 28 min 10.25g $0.22 Bottom Handle 24 min 10.25g $0.22 Filament Swatch 10 min 1.5g $0.03 Alternative Window* 57 min 35g $0.74 TOTAL: 9 hr 21 min 399g $8.51 Total cost per box w/ parts: $11.37 *I know some people may be intimidated by plexiglass, so included is a printable window cover that can be used instead. Price not included in total. Also included is an alternative hinge that doesn't have a label slot on it. Bill of Materials The following list will provide you with enough materials to print 25 boxes. Transparency note: The following links are Amazon Affiliate links and I get a couple cents if you use them. It's an easy and free way for you to support me ;) Parts Quant. Required? Est. Cost Link Hinge Pin 38x4mm 2x Yes $26.56 (50x) Amazon 11x14" Plexiglass (See Below) 1x Yes 11x14: $56.73 (48 Panels) Home Depot 6x2mm Magnet 4x Recommended $12.99 (300x) Amazon 10g Desiccant Pack 1x Optional $13.99 (30x) Amazon TOTAL: $26.56 Required $39.54 Total Tools Required? Est. Cost Link Super Glue Yes $8.64 Amazon WD-40 Optional $6.65 Amazon Sealant Spray Optional $14.94 Amazon Deburring Tool Optional $14.99 Amazon 11/64th Drillbit Optional $3.45 Amazon Hobby Knife Set Optional $14.03 Amazon Plastic Cutting Tool Depends on how hardcore you are $8.20 Amazon TOTAL: $8.64 Required, $62.70 Total Plexiglass info: Thickness: 0.36mm - 0.093" - 3/32" Note: The tolerance for the hinge/handle slots is 2.5mm, so there's room to increase the thickness if you have a hard time finding the right source. It'll just be a tighter fit. Width: 86mm - 3.385" Height: 210mm - 8.267" I'm doing my best to accurately source the right size sh