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Tinkerframe TV18 lid - Replacement lid kit for 18x18 Thrive 30 gallon front opening terrarium
This 3D printed replacement lid kit is custom-designed to fit the Thrive brand 30-gallon terrarium, which measures 18" × 18" × 24" and features a front-opening door.
Please note — this is a kit for you to assemble, and it does not include the glass panel.
🪴 Terrarium not included.
⚠️ This lid rests securely by gravity — it does not lock down.
🧩 Kit Components & Design
Our TV Series lid is composed of six precision 3D-printed pieces:
One bar for each side
One bar for the front
One bar for the back
The front and back bars each feature built-in fine 3D-printed mesh.
These connect with the side bars to form the complete lid frame.
The glass center panel (not included) is held securely in place with plastic pressure tabs, ensuring a snug, clean fit with no tools required.
⚙️ Functional Details
Each lid includes six versatile port holes — one in each corner, plus one at the front center and back center.
Every port includes a flush screw-in plug, allowing multiple configuration options:
Misting nozzle adapters: Accept standard misting systems (sold separately).
Feeder caps: Provide easy access for feeding or watering without opening the enclosure.
Cord pass-through: Back corner holes align with tank cutouts, suitable for cords (but not large plug heads). Optional cord pass-through caps are available for a tighter seal.
Solid vent inserts: Optional plastic inserts that install under the lid, over the mesh to block airflow and maintain higher humidity.
🪟 Glass Panel (Not Included)
For safety and convenience, glass is not included.
You can have glass cut to size at Lowe’s or most hardware stores — usually for free.
Glass opening size: 14 9/16" x 16 1/3"
Recommended glass size: 14 1/2" x 16 1/4" — cut approximately 1⁄16" smaller than the opening to accommodate the 5 mm lip.
Compatible glass thicknesses:
Standard 3⁄32" regular glass (recommended)
1⁄8" or tempered glass (optional)
⚠️ Safety tip: Always sand freshly cut glass edges with fine-grit sandpaper to remove sharpness.
🕸️ Mesh Vents
Each vent section includes fine 3D-printed mesh that:
Won’t rust or corrode
Prevents fruit flies and gnats from escaping
Is safe for tarantulas, frogs, and other small animals (no toe-catching)
Optional solid vent inserts can be installed over the mesh to completely block airflow for high-humidity setups.
🛠️ Assembly
The lid ships as a snap-together kit with detailed instructions.
Assembly takes only a few minutes — no tools or glue required.
🧡 Customization
Need something custom?
We’re happy to help — simple modifications are often done free of charge, while more complex adjustments may involve a small fee.
🐾 Summary
Fits 18"x18"x24" Thrive front-opening terrariums
Includes all 3D-printed parts and fasteners (no glass included)
Features six capped multi-purpose ports
Built-in fine 3D-printed mesh — safe, rust-proof, and escape-resistant
Optional upgrades: feeder caps, misting adapters, solid vent inserts, cord caps
Easy, tool-free snap-together assembly
This 3D printed replacement lid kit is custom-designed to fit the Thrive brand 30-gallon terrarium, which measures 18" × 18" × 24" and features a front-opening door.
Please note — this is a kit for you to assemble, and it does not include the glass panel.
🪴 Terrarium not included.
⚠️ This lid rests securely by gravity — it does not lock down.
🧩 Kit Components & Design
Our TV Series lid is composed of six precision 3D-printed pieces:
One bar for each side
One bar for the front
One bar for the back
The front and back bars each feature built-in fine 3D-printed mesh.
These connect with the side bars to form the complete lid frame.
The glass center panel (not included) is held securely in place with plastic pressure tabs, ensuring a snug, clean fit with no tools required.
⚙️ Functional Details
Each lid includes six versatile port holes — one in each corner, plus one at the front center and back center.
Every port includes a flush screw-in plug, allowing multiple configuration options:
Misting nozzle adapters: Accept standard misting systems (sold separately).
Feeder caps: Provide easy access for feeding or watering without opening the enclosure.
Cord pass-through: Back corner holes align with tank cutouts, suitable for cords (but not large plug heads). Optional cord pass-through caps are available for a tighter seal.
Solid vent inserts: Optional plastic inserts that install under the lid, over the mesh to block airflow and maintain higher humidity.
🪟 Glass Panel (Not Included)
For safety and convenience, glass is not included.
You can have glass cut to size at Lowe’s or most hardware stores — usually for free.
Glass opening size: 14 9/16" x 16 1/3"
Recommended glass size: 14 1/2" x 16 1/4" — cut approximately 1⁄16" smaller than the opening to accommodate the 5 mm lip.
Compatible glass thicknesses:
Standard 3⁄32" regular glass (recommended)
1⁄8" or tempered glass (optional)
⚠️ Safety tip: Always sand freshly cut glass edges with fine-grit sandpaper to remove sharpness.
🕸️ Mesh Vents
Each vent section includes fine 3D-printed mesh that:
Won’t rust or corrode
Prevents fruit flies and gnats from escaping
Is safe for tarantulas, frogs, and other small animals (no toe-catching)
Optional solid vent inserts can be installed over the mesh to completely block airflow for high-humidity setups.
🛠️ Assembly
The lid ships as a snap-together kit with detailed instructions.
Assembly takes only a few minutes — no tools or glue required.
🧡 Customization
Need something custom?
We’re happy to help — simple modifications are often done free of charge, while more complex adjustments may involve a small fee.
🐾 Summary
Fits 18"x18"x24" Thrive front-opening terrariums
Includes all 3D-printed parts and fasteners (no glass included)
Features six capped multi-purpose ports
Built-in fine 3D-printed mesh — safe, rust-proof, and escape-resistant
Optional upgrades: feeder caps, misting adapters, solid vent inserts, cord caps
Easy, tool-free snap-together assembly