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Universal Rectangular Lightbox System

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January 15, 2026

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Description

Modular lightbox system for detailed front designs

The Universal Rectangular Lightbox System is an expansion of the same modular concept used in the Universal Circular Lightbox, adapted to a rectangular format to support larger and more detailed front designs.

This system is designed as a reusable lightbox structure where the box remains the same, and only the front plates are swapped, allowing multiple designs to be displayed without reprinting the entire lightbox.

🔧 Design philosophy

While the circular lightbox is optimized for compact designs, the rectangular format was developed to allow:

Higher detail density

Better readability of technical illustrations

More space for labels, annotations, and line art

This makes it especially suitable for blueprint-style, technical, or schematic designs, such as the Pip-Boy Blueprint series.

📦 What’s included

This release includes:

Universal rectangular lightbox structure

Modular system compatible with interchangeable rectangular front plates

Back panel with mounting options

Internal space optimized for LED lighting

Future designs will reuse this same system, allowing new fronts to be released without redesigning the box.

💡 LED compatibility & display

Designed for LED backlighting

Compatible with battery-powered or wired LED solutions

Suitable for desk, shelf, or wall display

Internal layout optimized for even light diffusion across a larger surface

Links to the LED lights I personally use are included below:

Wire LEDs (1m):
https://amzn.to/4b86GHq

Battery LEDs (0,5m):
https://amzn.to/3YbIRXR

USB charger:
https://amzn.to/4pWI1dz

🧩 System compatibility

This system is designed to work with:

Rectangular front plates released for the Universal Rectangular Lightbox System
It is not intended as a generic lightbox for unrelated designs, as dimensions and fit are optimized specifically for this ecosystem.

📜 License & usage

Commercial use is NOT included by default

Selling physical prints of designs using this system is only permitted with an active Thangs Membership at the time of sale.

Purchasing this file individually (for example on Cults or the store) does not grant commercial rights.

Digital files may never be resold or shared.

🤍 A small personal note

This rectangular system was developed as a natural evolution of the circular lightbox, responding to designs that needed more space and clarity.

As with all my projects, this system was designed and tested in my free time. Feedback is welcome, and patience is always appreciated.

Thank you for supporting the Universal Lightbox System.
This rectangular format opens the door to a new range of detailed designs.

License:

CULTS PU - Private Use

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