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Customizable Money/Travel Bank

Instruction
MoneyTravelBank.xcs
MoneyTravelBank
.xcs
Application scenario
Laser processing (50min)
Machine & module
xTool S1
40W
Compatibles · 10
Material used
3mm Basswood Plywood
79
475
Information
      Customizable Plywood Money/Travel Bank to save for your next vacation or a new purchase, such as a new Xtool laser. The amount on the back is adjustable, and the hinges on the front and back can be removed at any time to access your money.

After adding some money, cross out the corresponding amount on the back.


This is a 3mm Plywood version.
    
Instruction
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Step1: Part list

Parts list:

  1. One front panel with Money Bank lettering
  2. One back panel with customizable amount of money
  3. Five gears as decoration
  4. Four hinges
  5. One top plate with money slot
  6. Two side panels 
  7. One bottom plate
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Step2: Cut out
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1. Prepare the Laser Cutter:

  • Load the 3mm Maple Plywood into your laser cutter.
  • Open the design file in Creative Space Software and ensure the layout fits within the material boundaries.
  • Secure the plywood to the laser bed to prevent movement during cutting.
  • Swap the tray to the honeycomb tray or add raiser under the 3mm Plywood
  • (Optional) Use some tape to hold down the board if needed. 
  • Enable the output 

2. Set Cutting Parameters:

  • Adjust the laser focus height and define the cutting boundaries according to your material and machine specifications.
  • Double-check settings to ensure clean cuts.

3. Run the File:

  • Begin the cutting process. 
  • Monitor the process to ensure accuracy.
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Step3: Paint (Optional)
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If you want, you can paint the gears with acrylic paint before gluing

 

I recommend using water-based acrylic paints.

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Step4: Glue the base
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I had the best experience when gluing everything together by following these steps:

 

  1. Glue the side parts together, as shown in the picture. 
  2. Let it dry well and make sure everything is straight.

 

This way, the basic frame will already be assembled, and next, you can move to the side front and back. 

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Step5: Attache the front and back panal
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Next, take the two pieces (front and back panel) as shown in the picture and attache the panels with the four hinges to the frame. Two for each side

  1. Gently press the two wooden pieces into the designated slots with slight pressure. Be careful not to apply too much force.
  2. Repeat this process for the other side, make sure both sides are attached in the correct orientation.

 

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Step6: Glue the gears
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Glue the gears onto the front side in any orientation you prefer.

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Step7: Done

Done! Your money bank is now complete and ready to be filled. After adding some money, cross out the corresponding amount on the back.

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xTool Supplies Used in This Template
xTool S1
xTool S1
3mm Basswood Plywood
3mm Basswood Plywood