The Parametric Lithophane Box - Adjustable Tilt
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Description
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Stop struggling with loose, rattling lithophanes or frames that don't fit your print. This Fully Parametric Lithophane Viewer is engineered for a professional, "snap-in" feel. Designed with a built-in 15° viewing angle and internal mechanical rails, it ensures your lithophane stays perfectly upright and securely locked.
Key Mechanical Features
- 📐 Precision 5.1mm Channel: Calibrated to fit standard lithophanes with just enough clearance for a smooth slide-in fit without the wiggle.
- 🏗️ Internal Support Rails: Vertical slanted rails provide a solid "backboard," ensuring your photo doesn't lean or warp over time.
- 🕯️ Custom Light Mounting: Choose between Bottom-Mount or Back-Mount for your LED tea lights or puck lights via the OpenSCAD Customizer. (Personally I like the back-mount, but if you keep the depth high enough, and play around, you should find the fit for your models)
- 🌬️ Heat Management: The lid features built-in ventilation ports (six on the top of the lid) to prevent heat buildup from tea lights, extending the life of your PLA prints.
- 🧱 Friction-Fit Lid: The lid includes a 2.5mm recessed lip designed to clear the internal rails, providing a seamless, flush finish.
Ready to Print?
The default STL is optimised for the most popular lithophane sizes. Create your own sizes, and share the models as print profiles!
Print Settings
- Supports: None required. The internal rails and viewing window are designed with 3D-printable angles.
- Walls: 3 perimeters for a light-tight box.
- Material:
- Box: Black or Dark PLA (to prevent light bleed).
- Lid: Same as box.
- Layer Height: 0.2mm is perfect.
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License
You may create derivative works based on this object, provided that all such derivative works are published exclusively on the MakerWorld platform and include proper attribution to the original creator. You may not share, upload, host, distribute, or publish this object—or any derivative work of this object—on any other digital platform, marketplace, or distribution channel. Commercial use of this object and any derivative works is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, selling, renting, sublicensing, or using the object in any context in which you receive monetary compensation or other financial benefits.
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