Tiny Owl Box With A Secret Magnetic Self-Closing Mechanism

A tiny owl with a secret cylindrical box underneath the wings.

Unleash the box by pressing the ears of the owl together. If printed properly, the magnets should automatically close the box when releasing the ears.

Why did I make this…? - Because I can ;)

Print settings

I recommend a layer height of 0.15 mm, but 0.20 mm should work as well.

Print with supports and use color change for the eyes and the inner part of the wings.

Required Parts:

2x 5x5 mm N52 Strongest Level - Neodymium Magnets 

1x M3x12 mm hexagon socket screw (Other 12mm screws may work but I have not tested that)

Some super glue for the Magnets.

Assembly

Before you start, please ensure you have removed all supports from the printed parts.

Step 1: Use a drop of super glue to attach the magnets into the holes provided at the side of the wings.

Step 2: As soon as the glue has dried, press each pegs halfway through the holes of the wings. 

Step 3: Take both wings and use the magnets to hold them in place when adding them to the body of the owl.

Step 4: Once you have added the wings to the body, carefully press the head on the provided pegs.

Step 5: Screw the M3x12 mm hexagon socket screw from the back of the body until the screw reaches the head. Do not over tighten the screw or the magnets will not automatically close the box.

***UPATE***

The ears of the owl are now less pointy and more fun to press.

***Stay tuned***
 I will most likely update the owl so you can attach it to a keychain.

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Looking forward to see some makes and what you place into your secret compartment. 

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Enjoy!

Caution: Loose strong/high-powered magnets may cause severe injury and even death if swallowed. You are responsible for complying with all applicable safety requirements for magnetic items. 

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