Pet Lock for FabeSafety Magnetic Locking System

We recently had a big problem with our cat sneaking into the cabinet where we keep the trash. The little guy kept getting into the rubbish bin, eating old food scraps, and leaving a mess all over the floor. To stop this, we started using a clamp to keep the cabinet door closed. It worked, but it was super inconvenient because we had to remove it every time we wanted to throw something away.

Then, I came across the FabeSafety Magnetic Locking System, which you can find on eBay here or if you are a Dane 🇩🇰 like me, you can buy it from CoolStuff here.

Here's what the product looks like untouched:

The idea of an invisible lock that only opens with a magnetic key is pretty cool. However, it can be a bit frustrating at times. You have to remember exactly where to place the magnet to unlock it, and if you forget and just yank the door, you could break something behind it (since it’s only held together with double-sided tape). For kids, this kind of lock makes sense. My design would be easy for them to figure out, and honestly, they'd probably learn how to bypass it pretty quickly.

But for a cat, my solution works much better! I created a slider system that combines the best of both worlds. The only visible change is on the door. It has a simple platform with clear, easy-to-understand icons and a sliding button. You just slide it back and forth to activate the magnet behind the door, which locks and unlocks it easily.

To assemble, you’ll need to remove the original magnet from the product you bought and place it in your 3D-printed part. Make sure to position it so that the frame fits under the handle, allowing it to slide freely without falling out of the track. Also be very careful when placing the frame into the holes. You might want to use a bit of glue for that part.