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A Simple Sliding Lid Box Using Boxes PY Generator and XCS
Instruction
simpleslidinglidbox
.xcs
Application scenario
Laser processing (30min)
Machine & module
xTool S1
40WCompatibles · 13
Material used
1/8"(3mm) Basswood Plywood
135
1416
Information
Using Boxes(dot)PY, I created a simple box with a sliding lid. I've made variations of this and added designs to perforate the box to use it as a fragrance distributor (load it with cedar shavings and it smells nice)
Instruction
1
Step1: Instructions
- Start with Boxes py (Google to find it) and make a simple box
- Do an engraving Test Grid to determine parameters to achieve good consistent depth for the rails
- Create engrave rectangles for the rails (in red for this example)
- Align them on 3 sides
- Lower the front of the box to clear the lid
- Assemble the box
- Measured in the 'rails' with a micrometer to determine width of lid
- Create a rectangle and set your sizes from the micrometer
- Add a thumb grab to the lid (engraving)
Assemble and test slide
Adjust as necessary
A little sandpaper can tweak it.
Prep and glue your final box
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