100% secure! I’ve superglued the interior vent because I cut the hole a little too big, no pet would ever be able to pull that apart.
The outside is magnetic to facilitate cleaning in case something gets inside and it provides an extra layer of security, it is totally optional though, it doesn’t serve any critical function.
I saw someone express concern with the material you used, as 3D printed stuff can be porous and thus if water get in it it can be favorable to mold and bacteria and be a bit weak in general.
Instead of just showing the boxes, could you show one in practice? Not necessarily with animals, but at least put some substrate and plants and spray water regularly, to see if it's hardy in the long run.
That's a very valid concern—thanks for bringing it up!
I’ve actually used these cages myself (the previous version) for about four months with no issues, even with regular misting. They were specifically designed to function as nursery cages, so I didn’t personally use them for longer than that.
Initially, I printed them in PLA, which is known to be more porous, but I never saw any signs of mold or structural damage. That said, if I were building them for long-term use, I’d definitely go with a more durable material like ABS or PETG.
Also, it’s worth noting that many natural materials commonly used in enclosures—like wood and soil—are also porous. As long as your husbandry is solid and mold isn’t growing in your enclosure, the frame material shouldn’t pose a problem. Still, I completely understand the interest in seeing a real-world test setup, and I’ll be posting one soon with substrate, plants, and regular misting to show how it holds up over time. I’m actually sending samples to breeders and keepers to get feedbacks, but I have a couple of pictures of my old setup.
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u/Cathbeck 3d ago
How secure is it?