Gift Box Mimic (Print-in-Place, Articulated, No Supports Required)

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Hey Everyone,

I'm super excited to finally get this Gift Box Mimic out for the Holiday season. I know we're cutting it close to the holidays, and this little guy is chomping at the bit to give you and your friends a holiday surprise.

New Revision
Update 1 - 12/23/2022
A very kind person let me know that these models were throwing an error in Cura slicer. While the old files seemed to work in Prusaslicer, I've added two new models that fix the issue in Cura. They are _NoHangerWindow_CuraEdit and _WithHangerWindow_CuraEdit.

Update 2 - 12/24/2022
I've added a standalone stl of the top jaw that you can print in case the mechanism breaks on smaller/resin prints.

Update 3 - 2/20/2023
I've added an updated version with a new eye design.

I have several structural updates in the works, but I've been sitting on the new eyes for about a month and a half. I figured I should just release them while I work on the rest.

I've received additional feedback that resin may be too brittle to consistently lock in the top jaw without error. Please let me know if you try this on resin so I can adjust the design for better print quality moving forward.

Thank you to everyone who has given me feedback so far! Please let me know if you encounter any issues with this print OR if you have any other feedback or recommendations. I want to do my best to delight you with these designs.

Directions:
The core model is entirely print-in-place with no supports. His top jaw prints upside down in contact with the print bed inside of the model. To lock his teeth into place:
1. Turn the model upside down
2. Tap the underside of the model to send his teeth down the alignment rail
3. Use your finger or a pen to reach behind his eyes and push his jaw into place until it clicks
4. Adjust as desired/necessary

Please refer to the example gif for details and let me know if you have any trouble.

Variations/Files:
When you download the files, you'll find that this Mimic comes in two main variations:
1. With Hanger Window: When you open this model, you'll find a cutout on the back side of it. This cutout can be fitted with "Hanger2" and used as a Christmas tree decoration. At 100% scale, there should even be room for you to fit a Christmas light in the back (see example images)
2. No Hanger Window: This version does not have the cutout on the back side, however it's easier to print because it has more material stabilizing its internal structures. You can clip Hanger1 onto the back of the outer box if you would like to hang this version.

I REALLY enjoyed making this model for you, and I would love to continue to make more fun creations. If you would like to see more models from me or more variations on this design, please visit the Mimetics 3D Thangs Membership and considering becoming a member. I'm just starting out with this model, but I have several other designs on the drawing board. Even just a few more followers would help provide me the flexibility to improve the quality of these designs for you.

As a reminder, while this model is free for your personal use. it is under copyright. If you would like to sell physical prints of this model, please visit the Mimetics 3D Commercial Tier on Thangs: https://thangs.com/designer/Mimetics3D for access to a Commercial License.

If you have any feedback or suggestions on how to improve this model, please let me know either in the comments or on Patreon. I'm excited to hear how I can grow and what new and interesting models you would like to see next.

This model is for personal use only.
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I've only tested this model with FDM on an Anycubic Vyper
FDM Settings:
Good Adhesion is necessary for this print
100% Scale
3 perimeters
10-25% infill
No supports
Brim suggested in case of adhesion issues

Resin
I do not have a resin printer, though I'm very curious how it would hold up. PLEASE let me know how it turns out if you try it.