DIY Modular Lightbox | Replaceable Panels

Modular Lightweight Lightbox

A lightweight, modular lightbox designed for easy assembly, repair, and customization.
Built for makers who want a simple and clean solution that can be taken apart and modified if needed.

✨ Features

• Modular design – replace or reprint individual parts if something breaks

• Lightweight structure – saves filament while staying sturdy

• Swappable panels – customize materials or finishes

• Clean frame design for even lighting

🧰 Required Materials
(Needed for proper assembly)

• Strong glue (recommended for durability)

• Clamps (required during assembly for alignment)(you can 3d print these https://makerworld.com/en/models/1168410-mini-bag-clip-v2#profileId-1176293  i recommend printing around 20) 

• 1 cm thick rigid sheet material (for walls)

💡 Clamps are only needed while the glue dries, not for permanent use.

📦 Part Sizes

• Bottom: 25 × 25 × 1 cm

• Back: 25 × 24 × 1 cm

• Sides: 24 × 24 × 1 cm

🖨 Print Info

• Estimated print time: ~4h 30m

• Filament usage: ~160g

• Difficulty: Easy–Medium

• Supports: Required (minimal, already included in profile)

🔧 Assembly Instructions

1. Print all parts

2. Apply glue to the connection points

3. Use clamps to hold everything aligned

4. Let the glue fully cure before removing clamps

5. Insert the wall material into the frame

📌 Notes

• Designed to be modular – parts can be replaced instead of reprinting everything

• Keep clamps applied until glue is fully cured for best results

• Wall material must be a solid 1 cm thick sheet

• Panels can be customized for different lighting effects

💬 Feedback
If you build it, feel free to share photos or suggestions – improvements are always welcome!