Design Plastic Latch Mechanism for Odor-proof Bin - 11/12/2025 18:57 EST

Job ID: 40057483

Budget: $250 – $750 SGD

Project title:
Plastic Latch Mechanism Design for Odor-Proof Bin (Injection Molding)

Project description:

We are a Singapore-based company making odor-proof diaper pails / cat litter bins.
We need a mechanical / plastic product designer to design a simple and reliable latch mechanism between a plastic sealing plate (inner lid) and the bin body.

The outer bin and main lid are already defined.
Your job is only the connection and locking parts:

Latch tongue on the sealing plate

Catch / hook structure on the bin body

Small compression spring + slider (or similar) to provide locking force

Front support step so that the sealing force is supported by the structure, not only the latch

Requirements:

Smooth locking / unlocking

Enough force to keep the sealing plate closed and compress the gasket

Durable for many open/close cycles

Designed for plastic injection molding (draft, ribs, wall thickness, parting line, etc.)

Deliverables:

3D CAD files (SolidWorks preferred) + STEP

2D drawings with key dimensions, tolerances, and material

Simple exploded view showing how parts fit together

Designer profile:

3+ years experience in plastic injection-molded products

Strong skills in SolidWorks (or similar CAD)

Experience with plastic latches / clips / locks is a big plus

Please include in your bid:

Short introduction + portfolio link

2–3 examples of plastic products with latches you designed

Your estimated price and lead time
Related categories: CAD/CAM Solidworks Mechanical Engineering