Beyond Design
Chicago, Illinois
Simple square boxes designed to minimize material waste and cut time. In this instance of the design I made one set from HDPE and expanded PVC. The other set is HDPE with cork and acrylic.
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40% Light Transmission White Acrylic Sheet |
Dimensions: 8 in × 12 in, Thickness: 1/8 in |
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Black HDPE Sheet |
Thickness: 3/4 in, Dimensions: 8 in × 12 in |
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Grey Expanded PVC Sheet |
8" × 12" × 1/8" Grey Expanded PVC Sheet(Do not use) |
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Natural Cork Sheet |
Dimensions: 8 in × 12 in, Species: Cork, Type: Sheet, Thickness: 1/8 in |
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Use a 1/8" square or fishtail endmill to mill the walls for the box set. A 3/4" or taller material will be best for making a functional box. Use double sided tape to keep the nesting sections from shifting
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Choose a 1/8" material to use as your lid. Expanded PVC cuts quickly and comes in good colors. A translucent acrylic also works really well.
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Mill the box floors from either the same material as the top, or choose one that compliments it well.
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If everything cuts correctly, no glue is required for assembly. The base fits into the side with the small ledge cut into it. For extra durability you can squeeze a small amount of super glue into this area.
