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• Parametric SCAD File

  menadue • 05/27/2022 at 07:57 • 0 comments

  The OpenSCAD file that generates the can bottom holder is parametric so you can adjust the part to fit different can sizes and also to fine tune the print to your printer. There are several different can sizes, I have tried the standard UK 330ml can and also a smaller (150ml?) can, which also worked. The holders with smaller can bottoms take up less desk space.

• Notes

  menadue • 05/27/2022 at 07:52 • 0 comments

  The can bottom is cut off about 8-10mm from the edge where it starts to curve to the circular 'foot'. It may take a while to find a way to do this that suits your tools. beware that the edges can be very sharp, gloves are a good idea. My method:

  1. Cut the end off roughly using a knife.
  2. Use a woodworking marking gauge to scribe a line around the outside of the can
  3. Use metal snips to cut the end off.

  The can bottom should then push into the slot in the print.

  If you want a magnet then a 10mm x 3mm should push into the recess. You may have to heat the plastic a bit, or sand the recess out a bit as the magnets vary a bit in size. Or find one that fits, which is what I did.

  The can bottom can be removed if you want to by prising it out with a knife, carefully round the edges.

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