Dog Scent Training Vessel - Pinecone

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<p>This is a scent training vessel for dogs learning or competing in scent work / nose work. You can place the scented object inside (such as a cotton swab infused with essential oils).</p><p>There are two sizes to choose from (the original, 64 mm high, and a larger one, 82 mm high). They both use the same cap size, but the larger one has a taller scent chamber.</p><p>Printing tips:</p><ul><li>Print the pinecone and cap as oriented in the .stl files.</li><li>I needed a brim around the pinecone.</li><li>The cap can be hand tightened, or use a coin/flathead screwdriver.</li></ul><p>Sources:</p><ul><li>The original pinecone model was scanned by scobo and can be downloaded here: <a href="https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1494252">https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1494252</a></li></ul><p>If you like this concept, I have two others:</p><ul><li>Rock: <a href="https://www.printables.com/model/295199-scent-trainer-rock">https://www.printables.com/model/295199-scent-trainer-rock</a></li><li>Magnetic: <a href="https://www.printables.com/model/295198-scent-trainer-magnetic">https://www.printables.com/model/295198-scent-trainer-magnetic</a></li></ul><p>Updates:</p><ul><li>2022-10-19: Updated to r2, which is 10% larger (cap is identical). The cavity was a bit too close to the edge and sometimes left an unexpected gap during printing.</li><li>2022-10-30: Added a larger version that is 30% higher. There is a photo showing both side-by-side.</li></ul>