Tiny Swivel Pill Case - 7 Day Organizer (Scalable)

Need an ultra-compact way to carry your single daily pill or a small supplement? This extremely small, 7-day pill case is designed for maximum portability and simplicity, holding one dose per compartment for a week. The parts are intentionally thin to keep it minimal and allow for transparency when using clear filament.

It prints in two main pieces that snap together securely at a central pivot point, creating a satisfying swivel mechanism. Each of the 7 compartments corresponds to a day of the week, intended for a single small pill.

Key Features:

• Extremely Compact & Thin: Designed to take up minimal space and be lightweight.
• 7-Day Capacity: One compartment for each day (designed for one small pill per day).
• Two-Piece Snap-Fit Assembly: Prints easily and snaps together.
• Unique Swivel Action: Rotates to reveal each day's compartment.
• Optimized for Clear Filament: Thin walls allow for good visibility with transparent materials.

Assembly:

This pill case prints in two main pieces: a base with the compartments and a top lid with the swivel pivot.

1. Identify the central pivot feature (the small cylindrical part with snap nubs) on the underside of the top lid.
2. Align this pivot with the corresponding hole in the center of the base piece.
3. Press the two pieces firmly together. The pivot on the top lid should click or snap securely into the hole in the base.

Assembly Tip: The snap-fit pivot is designed for a snug connection. If you find it difficult to snap the two pieces together, try this: Gently bend the top lid piece slightly along its center line (imagine folding it just a little, like a soft taco shell). This temporary bend can help bring the small snap features on the pivot slightly closer together, potentially allowing them to insert into the base's hole more easily. Press down firmly while it's slightly bent, and it should snap into place and flatten back out.

Important Usage Note:

To rotate the top lid and access the compartment, gently press down on the top piece near the edge you want to move towards the opening. Due to the thin design, attempting to grip and turn from the sides may be difficult. Pressing down is the intended and easiest way to operate the swivel.

No Day Labels & Tracking:

• Please Note: To maintain its minimal size and clean look, this design does not include labels for the days of the week (M, T, W, etc.).
• Tracking Tip: Consider printing this case using a translucent or clear filament! The thin design enhances visibility, allowing you to easily see how many pills are left inside. By visually counting the remaining pills, you can better guess if you've already taken your dose for the current day.

Sizing & Scalability:

The original design features compartment holes with a theoretical diameter of 7.8 mm. This is quite small, suitable for a single, very small pill.

If you need slightly larger compartments, this model scales easily in your slicer software (like PrusaSlicer, Cura, etc.). Simply adjust the scale percentage uniformly (X, Y, and Z axes) before slicing. Remember, even when scaled, each compartment is intended for one pill, and the walls will remain proportionally thin.

Here are the approximate theoretical hole diameters at different scaling factors:

• 100% (Original): 7.80 mm
• 110% Scale: 8.58 mm
• 120% Scale: 9.36 mm
• 130% Scale: 10.14 mm
• 140% Scale: 10.92 mm
• 150% Scale: 11.70 mm

Important Note on Actual Print Size: The hole diameters listed above are calculated based on the digital model. Your actual printed dimensions will likely vary from these theoretical values. Factors influencing the final size include: Filament Shrinkage: Different filament types (PLA, PETG, ABS, etc.) shrink differently as they cool. Printer Tolerances: Your specific printer's calibration accuracy. Slicer Settings: Flow rate, line width, and other settings can impact dimensions.

For example, the original 7.8 mm hole might print closer to 7.6 mm or perhaps 7.5 mm on your machine with your chosen filament. The scaled sizes will also deviate similarly.

The good news? This is a very small and quick print! If your first try isn't quite the right size for your specific pill, you can easily adjust the scale percentage in your slicer (maybe try 105%, 115%, etc.) and run another test. You can likely dial in the perfect fit within just a few short trial prints.

Printing Recommendations:

These settings are suggestions based on testing with a standard 0.4 mm nozzle and may need tuning for your specific printer and filament.

• Layer Height: 0.10 mm or 0.15 mm is strongly recommended. This fine layer height is crucial for the detail needed for the small snap-fit pivot to function correctly and provides a smoother finish overall.
• Material: PETG is recommended due to its slight flexibility (helps with the snap-fit assembly and durability) and good layer adhesion. However other filiments PLA, ASA, ABS etc… should also work fine. Clear or translucent filament is highly suggested for easy pill tracking! I would avoid any carbon fiber filaments as this snap fit does need some bend temporarily. 
• Perimeters/Walls: 2-3 walls are recommended for adequate strength, especially given the thin design.
• Top/Bottom Layers: 3-4 solid layers for the top and bottom surfaces. Just dont allow infill to work and make sure its all solid layers on the bottoms.
• Infill: 15-20% density with a simple pattern (like Grid or Lines) is sufficient. Its only relevant in the closed day part where no hole exists. Nothing really structural will be needed from any infill.
• Supports: Should not be required for this model. 
• Bed Adhesion: Use a skirt (2-3 outlines) to ensure the nozzle is primed before starting the part. If you have issues with the part sticking to the bed due to its small footprint, using a brim (e.g., 4-5mm) can significantly help.
   

Assembly:

This pill case prints in two main pieces: a base with the compartments and a top lid with the swivel pivot.

1. Identify the central pivot feature (the small cylindrical part with snap nubs) on the underside of the top lid.
2. Align this pivot with the corresponding hole in the center of the base piece.
3. Press the two pieces firmly together. The pivot on the top lid should click or snap securely into the hole in the base.

Hope you find this tiny single-dose organizer useful! Happy printing!