{"product_id":"cantilever-case-for-48-pencils-with-eject-buttons","title":"Cantilever case for 48 Pencils with Eject Buttons","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganize your workspace with this compact, cascading 4-tier pencil and crayon box!\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed with both aesthetics and ergonomics in mind, this cantilever-style box holds up to 48 pencils (12 per tray) and expands smoothly to give you a perfect overview of your color palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cboostme\u003e\u003cboosttitle\u003eBoost Me\u003c\/boosttitle\u003e\u003cboostcontent\u003eGot some spare boost points? Bost me!\u003c\/boostcontent\u003e\u003c\/boostme\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ Update:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10.07.2026: Now with Lid!!! I've added three new files:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-right\" style=\"width: 31.11%\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/f8117ad5-9e5a-4ffb-b7aa-4502dcaeee3b\/20260710_175038.jpg#%7B%22uuid%22%3A%22bac60564-4b58-4411-aaca-a8a4aee50806%22%2C%22w%22%3A4000%2C%22h%22%3A3000%7D\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid.stl\u003c\/strong\u003e - It fits snugly with a bit of friction, but it still includes magnet slots so you can combine friction and magnetic forces together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid_Brace.stl\u003c\/strong\u003e - You can now secure the closed case with two braces, making this box travel-ready. It currently only works with the 4-level case – if you need other sizes, let me know!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOuter_Tray_65.stl\u003c\/strong\u003e - This version of the tray has a 65-degree opening angle (compared to the standard 45 degrees). This makes the levels extend less to the back and stack more vertically, which significantly improves overall stability. All other files are fully compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ Key Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart \"Eject\" Buttons:\u003c\/strong\u003e No more struggling to pick up a pencil. Each slot features a clever built-in button – simply press it, and the pencil pops up for effortless grabbing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic Tilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bottom tray is equipped with retractable legs. When deployed, the entire organizer tilts toward you. This not only makes reaching for colors easier but also naturally aligns the pencils with the eject buttons using gravity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% 3D Printable \/ No Hardware Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entire folding mechanism can be assembled using a custom 3D-printed strap\/pin insert that holds everything together perfectly. \u003ci\u003e(Note: Standard M3 screws can be used as an optional alternative).\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomizable Magnetic Closure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The trays feature hidden slots for 4x2mm round magnets. Each corner has room for up to 3 magnets. You can use just 1 magnet per corner (as I did in my build) or add more to adjust and fine-tune the exact magnetic pull and snapping force you want when closing the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚙ Printing \u0026amp; Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e All parts are already oriented correctly in the files – just slice and print!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilament:\u003c\/strong\u003e I printed the entire box in PETG, which I highly recommend. You can use PLA for the main trays and body, \u003cstrong\u003ebut the custom strap\/pin inserts must be printed in PETG\u003c\/strong\u003e (or ABS\/ASA). PLA is too brittle for the mechanical stress of the hinges and may snap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnets:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4x2mm round (up to 12 per tray depending on desired strength).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🧩 Printed Parts List \u0026amp; STL Filenames\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo build the complete 48-pencil organizer (4 tiers), you will need to print the following parts:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"table\" style=\"width: 714px\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgb(239, 239, 239); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgb(239, 239, 239); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgb(239, 239, 239); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTL Filename\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgb(239, 239, 239); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes \u0026amp; Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInner Tray\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eInner_Tray_x4.stl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eMain insert, holds 12 pencils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOuter Tray\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eOuter_Tray_x4.stl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eOuter shell for each tier.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEject Buttons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e48\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eEject_Button_x48.stl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eThe lifting mechanism.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eFrame_x4.stl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eAesthetic top trim.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort Link\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eShort_Link_x4.stl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eCantilever expansion arms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong Link\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eLong_Link_x4.stl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eCantilever expansion arms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear Tilt Legs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eRear_Tilt_Legs_x1.stl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eDeploys for ergonomic tilt.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHinge Strap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eHinge_Strap_PETG_x8.stl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrint in PETG!\u003c\/strong\u003e 3D printed alternative to M3 screws. you can replace each strap with three M3 screws.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🛠 Additional Hardware Required (Non-Printed)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eButton Pivot Axis:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 pieces of standard \u003cstrong\u003e1.75mm filament\u003c\/strong\u003e. Cut these to the length of the tray. They serve as a simple, cheap, and effective hinge axis for the eject buttons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnets (Optional):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e4x2mm\u003c\/strong\u003e round neodymium magnets. The trays feature top and bottom magnet slots in each corner. You can use 1 to 3 magnets per corner depending on how strong you want the snapping force to be.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle Trays (x2):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 to 24 magnets per tray (requires both top and bottom slots).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Tray:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 12 magnets (requires top slots only).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Tray:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 12 magnets (requires bottom slots only).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e💡 Pro Tip:\u003c\/i\u003e I recommend installing top magnets in the top tray as well! A dedicated top cover\/lid for easy transport is on my TODO list and will be released in a future update.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLinkage Assembly (Choose Option A or B):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOption A (100% 3D Printed):\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the 8x printed hinge straps (Hinge_Strap_PETG_x8.stl).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOption B (Hardware):\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 24x short \u003cstrong\u003eM3 screws\u003c\/strong\u003e (6 per tier).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🛠 Assembly Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1: Assembling the Inner Trays\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"table\" style=\"width: 714px\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 292.727px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/f9af0178-edc3-4962-b303-89361cf1d48b\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_172424.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1. Gather parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e You need 1 Inner Tray, 12 Eject Buttons, and ~20cm of 1.75mm filament.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 292.727px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/85edd4f8-e3fa-4345-b140-98bc3e34427c\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_172547-2.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2. Position buttons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the tray flat and put the 12 buttons into their slots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 292.727px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/fd4c2b1e-a856-4db2-9999-c9932ded33b3\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_172607.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3. Thread filament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Push the filament through the side hole, passing through all button hinges. \u003ci\u003eTip: Cut the filament tip at an angle for easier routing. Twist it if it gets stuck.\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 292.727px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/c94af90e-8dac-4302-ade6-c5863ab5da8f\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_172653.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4. Trim excess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut the filament flush with the outside of the tray. \u003cstrong\u003eRepeat this entire process 4 times.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2: Assembling the Bottom Outer Tray (Tier 1)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"table\" style=\"width: 714px\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 316.894px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/b4269b5f-4b99-40af-9b6f-a8b94648cdc6\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_173058.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1. Attach Links:\u003c\/strong\u003e Counting the side pins from the front: Leave the 1st pinempty, attach a \u003cstrong\u003eShort Link\u003c\/strong\u003e to the 2nd pin, and a \u003cstrong\u003eLong Link\u003c\/strong\u003e to the 3rd pin.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 316.894px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/78e624ce-63ac-46ec-be1b-5670d87ada36\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_173235.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2. Attach Legs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snap the 2 Rear Tilt Legs into the connection points at the back of the tray.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 316.894px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/60624dd8-498e-4de9-81c3-9203a4d95b17\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_173512.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3. Insert Magnets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place magnets into the top pockets. \u003ci\u003e(Optional: Use a tiny drop of glue to secure them).\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 316.894px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/81a9b096-fd43-45ff-a337-dd562425d1c4\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_173814.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4. Attach Frame \u0026amp; Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snap the Frame onto the top. Secure the links and legs with 6x M3 screws or 2x printed Hinge Straps.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3: Stacking and Connecting (Tiers 2, 3, \u0026amp; 4)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"table\" style=\"width: 714px\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 269.583px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/d5305d17-5085-4aa7-9fab-44e1d60b7644\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_173956.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1. Add Magnets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insert magnets into \u003ci\u003eboth\u003c\/i\u003e top and bottom pockets of the new tray. \u003cstrong\u003e⚠ CRITICAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-check magnet polarity so the trays attract each other!\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 269.583px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/5aaa1eb3-085b-4f08-836c-35d93ff96288\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_174013.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2. Shift Linkage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attach the tray to the tier below. The links shift forward by one slot: The link from the 2nd slot below goes to the \u003cstrong\u003e1st slot\u003c\/strong\u003e here. The link from the 3rd slot below goes to the \u003cstrong\u003e2nd slot\u003c\/strong\u003e here.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 269.583px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/9de6375a-e87a-4fd1-81a3-eb76f5cd0c63\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_174459.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 269.583px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/e8eb736e-94f8-42a6-a1f5-cca6f52d546c\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_174759.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 269.583px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/30bdab25-f949-4b15-acb5-e63275c1b422\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_175135.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Add New Links:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eTier 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a Long Link in the 3rd slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eTier 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a Short Link in the 3rd slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eTier 4 (Top):\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave the 3rd slot empty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNote: Do not install rear legs on these tiers.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 269.583px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/a3a19c71-45c3-4d03-96fa-9a3815a6e36d\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_175325.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4. Secure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lock each tier with a Frame and your chosen hardware (screws or printed straps).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 4: Final Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"table\" style=\"width: 714px\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 328.856px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/14e05415-5be4-410e-8922-3cbad50cb90a\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_175349.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1. Insert Inner Trays:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press your completed Inner Trays down into the assembled Outer Trays. They are designed for a snug friction fit.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 328.856px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/f11ef77c-567a-4855-b109-3d93d19af112\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_175722.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2. Check Direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make sure the Eject Buttons are facing the front of the box!\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"image image_resized image-style-align-center\" style=\"height: auto; width: 328.856px\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/media.printables.com\/media\/prints\/1764152\/rich_content\/1006107b-2b19-4dc9-9ea5-592a7742f444\/thumbs\/cover\/800x600\/jpg\/20260625_175735.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); border: 1px solid rgb(196, 199, 197); padding: 0.4em\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3. Done!\u003c\/strong\u003e Load up your 48 pencils or crayons, extend the rear legs, and enjoy your new cascading organizer.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🚀 To-Do \/ Future Ideas (V2.0)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile I am incredibly happy with how this design turned out and believe it is fully ready to organize your desk right now, a maker's work is never truly done! Here are a few ideas I am exploring for future updates:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Top Lid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designing a snap-on cover (utilizing those top magnets) to protect the pencils from dust and make the entire box completely portable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Simplification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exploring ways to merge the inner and outer trays into a single printable piece to reduce both print time and assembly steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine-tuning the cantilever linkage geometry to slightly reduce the backward offset of the expanded tiers, making the fully opened box even more balanced and stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have any feedback or ideas after printing, let me know in the comments!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesign by Tomek on MakerWorld (license: BY-SA).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mymadmanlab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67372604981552,"sku":null,"price":52.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/0809\/5280\/files\/0_1d442fc0-cc58-4710-bfad-177da2ad7799.png?v=1784130680","url":"https:\/\/mymadmanlab.com\/products\/cantilever-case-for-48-pencils-with-eject-buttons","provider":"Mymadmanlab.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}