VoltGrid — Print-in-Place Battery Case
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Description
A high-capacity, print-in-place storage case holding 104 AA batteries in a skeletal, material-saving grid. Designed specifically for FDM printing without supports.
Features
- Zero Assembly: Prints flat with a fully integrated, captive 45-degree cone hinge mechanism. Just pop it off the bed and fold it closed.
- Skeletal Organizer: The lower grid provides 0.4 mm of clearance for 14.5 mm diameter AA batteries, but uses open walls to drastically cut filament usage and print time compared to solid block designs.
- Snap Latch: A flexible cantilever tab locks the lid securely down over a heavy chamfered ledge on the bottom box.
Dimensions
- Flat Printing Footprint: 228 mm × 292 mm
- Closed Dimensions: 228 mm (W) × 142 mm (D) × 60 mm (H)
- Capacity: 104 cells (13 × 8 grid)
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