RatRig V-Core 4 Split Front Panel Hinges

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There was a mistake in the original 400mm panel dxf file, if downloaded before 03. Dec. 2024 load it again!

Only the 500mm version is tested and verified! In the 400mm version there was an error reported by a user, the holes on the extrusion mount are misaligned. Please load the following files again if downloaded before 29. Dec. 2024!

• L02_Extrusion_Mount_A.stl
• L02_Extrusion_Mount_B.stl
• R02_Extrusion_Mount_A.stl
• R02_Extrusion_Mount_B.stl

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This design enables the RatRig V-Core 4 versions 400 & 500mm to use dual front panels which can be opened to the sides and around the corners up to half of the panels width. The hinge needs the listed parts down below and printed parts in PETG/ABS/ASA/PC/PA or any other strong and durable material. The panel doors need to have the holes for the door holders as well as the magnetic frame holders, dxf files for two versions (one with 2 magnet holders on the side, the other with 3) is included in the download. For stability 4 – 6mm thick panels are recommended, I found two magnet holder to be sufficient but three does better insulation. 

On the 500mm version magnets can be inserted to improve the hold when pushed back, unfortunately on the 400mm version there isn't enough space for it but as the hinges are smaller, it shouldn't be an issue. The printing files are sorted and set in the best orientation for structural strength. 

Warning! The assembly requires to remove the front stabilizer brackets in all four corners, these can’t be used with the hinges! Alternatively, custom-made brackets could be installed.

Also the magnet holders on the sides of the panels must be changed, to ensure that they won’t jam up. For the lower edge of the two door panels there are magnet connectors, which ensure that the panels edges are flush. Files for all of that are included in the ZIP archive in folder magnetHolder.

The threaded insert should be heated and pushed in to Cover B. For the newly printed magnet holders on the door's sides, the sloped side is facing the extrusion. If a bearing is very hard to push in, don't force it further and try to heat the printed part or the bearing before inserting it. On the Extrusion_Mount_B parts, the cylindrical pin gets pushed in through the hole on top and is pushed all the way through. Washers should be used on every screw that sits directly on the panel, it is recommended that the parts of the extrusion which sit beneath the magnet holders get protected, I used the sealing foam which was spare:

Bill of materials:

• Printed Parts
• Mechanical Parts
  • 8                            Cap Head Screw M6x30 (black)
  • 16                           Cap Head Screw M6x10 (black)
  • 8                            Cap Head Screw M5x14 (black)
  • 8                            Cap Head Screw M5x10 (black)
  • 8                             Drop In T-Nut 3030 M6
  • 24                           Ball Bearings 608zz (8x22x7mm)
  • 12                           Cylindrical Pin M8x32 DIN7 (e.g. Amazon: B07DGZ8PKJ)
  • 8                             Threaded Insert M6x50 (M6 Short)
  • 12                            Washer M6 (black)
• Optional (500mm):         10x4mm Neodym Magnet (8 pcs)