Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Lockable Container 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 brlaw, 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.

Lockable Container 3D printable model by brlaw

Lockable Container

Source: Thingiverse by brlaw

The Lockable Container is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by brlaw. I recently built a Mechanical counter really just to discover how it actually worked, so with the ‘How it works’ theme in mind this project looks at how a simple lock works. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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1,193 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-16 License: CC-BY · commercial OK 13 makes Category: Toys & Games

Tags: box, Cylindrical container, jar, lock and key, Lockable container, round container, safe, secret container

About this model

I recently built a Mechanical counter really just to discover how it actually worked, so with the ‘How it works’ theme in mind this project looks at how a simple lock works. Normally a Mortise lock fitted into a door will have a latch which is opened by turning the door handle and a Deadbolt that can be locked or opened with a key. For the purpose of this project I have removed the latch and use just a single lever to lock the bolt. I have fitted this into the lid of a container so that you finish up with a lockable container for keeping small items secure. In the picture shown the Bolt is Green and the Lever is red, when the key is fitted and turned, it firstly lifts the lever from its locking engagement with the bolt and continued turning then moves the bolt to its lock position. The Cap…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Lockable Container 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 brlaw.
Who made this model?: Designed by brlaw, 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.