Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Magnetic Locking Box is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by walter, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

Magnetic Locking Box 3D printable model by walter

Magnetic Locking Box

Source: Thingiverse by walter

The Magnetic Locking Box is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by walter. Magnetic lock box, uses magnets for the hinge and for a keyed lock. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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1,134 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-26 License: CC-BY-SA · commercial OK 1 makes Category: Home & Organization

Tags: box, key, locking, magnetic

About this model

Magnetic lock box, uses magnets for the hinge and for a keyed lock. There are two versions, the locking box requires a ferromagnetic filament to work (like ProtoPasta's Magnetic Iron Filament*), the non-locking box works with regular filaments. I don't actually have a use for this, but I've been wondering for years if this would work. Hinge - The hinge uses 4mm cylinder magnets as the center of the hinge. By reversing the direction of each magnet (north to north, south to south), you can form a spring that works as the axis of the hinge. You can see the 4mm x 10mm cylinder magnets* inside the hinge in one of the pictures above (shorter magnets will work too, but more of them will be needed). In the magnetic iron box, the hinge can be made with only two magnets since they will attach to the…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Magnetic Locking Box is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by walter.
Who made this model?: Designed by walter, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.