Can Cover

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Here is a really simple design for a can cover. It does not keep a gas tight seal on an open can, but keeps stuff from getting in if you are outside or just want to transport an open can in a car, bike ride, etc. The origin of this idea was taking a can of soda outside to the patio and (not noticing) a wasp dive into the open can. UPDATED 06/23/2010 - The cover could come into contact with the can\'s contents to some extent, so if there is any question about ABS and food safety - place a piece of plastic food wrap between the cover and the can top. UPDATED 06/26/2010 - The 'cover275.stl' file added below fits onto a 2.6" DIA. (66mm DIA) can. Layer of food wrap suggested between cover and can top. Instructions The cover could be printed a little smaller for a tighter fit, but your mileage will vary. The size printed from the file I have attached has an inside diameter of about 54mm. Prints fine on an un-heated build platform. After 3 attempts, I was able to print the larger 'cover275.stl' file without a heated platform. A heated build platform is strongly suggested as this object is about 15% over the suggested maximum of 60mm for building on an unheated platform.