Screws and fixings
Prioritise visibility, quick access, and enough depth for mixed fastener stock without losing track of small parts.
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How to choose the right Graphite Modular storage box
Use this guide to work backwards from your use case, then choose the footprint, height, material, and accessories that match the way you actually work.
Start with your use case
Electronics
Think about grouped components, cable management, and whether you want one box per project or one system for shared stock.
Bench-top daily access
Choose a footprint and height that stay practical on the bench and do not crowd your main working area.
Under-bench organisation
Plan around drawer or mounted access so stored items stay reachable without taking up surface space.
Mobile workshop or van use
Enclosed, durable storage matters more when movement, carrying, and secure containment are part of the job.
See the common starting points
Most setups begin with one of a few practical jobs: storing fixings, grouping project parts, or keeping daily-use tools close to hand.
Fixings and hardware
Start shallow when visibility matters. A compact footprint plus inserts can speed up everyday access and put-back.
Shop insert packs
Electronics and project parts
Choose a footprint that keeps grouped parts together, then move up in height only when components or tooling need the depth.
Shop storage boxes
Bench-ready daily use
Keep the box easy to grab, open, and return during the day so the system supports the work instead of crowding it.
View 5x4 boxesChoose footprint
5x4 is often the best starting point for compact bench storage and everyday handling. 6x7 is the better choice when you want larger layouts, more grouped storage, or higher overall capacity, especially now that the larger footprint runs from 9U to 24U.
Choose height
Height controls depth and capacity. Use shallower boxes for quick access and deeper boxes when you need more volume or taller stored items. The compact 5x4 range starts at 6U, while the larger 6x7 range now starts at 9U and extends to 24U.
- 6U: shallow, quick reach for compact 5x4 storage
- 9U: balanced everyday use and the starting point for the larger 6x7 format
- 12U to 15U: more capacity without making access awkward
- 18U to 24U: deeper 6x7 storage for bulkier grouped contents, shelf bays, or fixed workshop zones
Choose Standard or Pro material
Standard PETG suits most workshop users well. Professional ASA-CF is worth considering when you want a more rugged specification or the higher-end finish for harder-use environments.
Work through the core choices in order
Step 1
Choose footprint
Pick 5x4 when you want a compact, easy-to-handle box. Pick 6x7 when you need more surface area and higher-capacity organisation.
Step 2
Choose height
Use 6U for shallow compact storage, 9U for balanced everyday use, 12U and 15U for added depth, and the larger 6x7 range from 18U to 24U when capacity matters more than portability.
Step 3
Choose material
Standard PETG is a dependable everyday choice. Professional ASA-CF suits tougher environments or customers who want the higher-spec finish.
Decide whether you need inserts
If you already know how you want to organise the inside of the box, an empty configuration may make sense. If you want a faster route to a usable layout, insert packs can save time and help you get organised sooner.
Decide whether you need stacking, mounting, or drawer options
- Choose stacking when you want modular expansion on shelves, benches, or portable setups.
- Choose mounting when the storage needs a fixed home on a wall, bench, or worktop.
- Choose drawer hardware when access matters but you want the system tucked under a bench or inside cabinetry.
Simple recommendation examples
For screws and fixings
Start with a 5x4 box in 6U or 9U, then add an insert pack if you want a quicker route to an organised layout.
For electronics parts
A 5x4 or 6x7 footprint depends on volume, but 9U to 12U is often a good balance when parts vary in size. Move into the deeper 6x7 heights only when grouped kits or larger components genuinely need it.
For bench-top daily access
Keep the footprint compact and the height moderate so the box stays easy to reach, open, and return during the workday.
For under-bench organisation
Consider drawer-ready or mounted configurations early so the box size supports the installation rather than fighting it.
For mobile workshop or van use
Prioritise enclosed storage, durability, and mounting or stack stability so contents stay together when the workspace moves.
Shop the system
Build the setup that matches how you actually work.
Start with storage boxes, then add inserts, mounting, or drawer options as your workflow becomes clearer.
