Cheap 'n Easy Digital Picture Frame

Step 5 Attach the backing to the frame

This part was pretty simple and could be changed to fit whatever you think would work best. I basically got some cabinet hardware that has a little metal piece that slides in between two rollers in order to snap shut. I used epoxy to mount the two clasps, and they work great. I thought about using magnets, but chose not to because I worried that it might slide off. With the metal tab being held between the two rollers, there's no chance of that.

Edit: Ah well, I guess it was TOO strong - the tab that went in between the rollers pulled off of the plexiglass part, leaving a couple of spots with no more paint. My new suggestion is to just use some strong magnets, or maybe some sort of hinge and lock mechanism. Go visit a hardware store and see what you can find. I personally used some Rare Earth magnets as the new way to attach it. They work great!

Comments

[thisislee]

Strong Magnets + Computer??? you are bold.

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[M_1008]

Flash memory is not affected by magnets as long as they aren´t a magnetic storage device. I don´t think that this is really useful, but is well made and is always fun to make things :)

[joedog86]

Is any picture frame of any type "useful"? It's just meant to be looked at and enjoyed. Also, yes, the magnets are not endangering anything. It's not like anyone is rubbing the memory card all over the magnets before putting it in.