Gyroscopic 250ml Can Holder

myminifactory

This object is a gyroscopic can holder, designed specifically for 250ml cans. The can can be placed in the center "basket", which is designed with flexible struts that are tapered inwards to safely grip the can.  The outer legs are spaced wide enough to allow movement of the gyroscopic assembly, but are tapered in towards the ends to allow for use in differently sized cupholders (car, boat, kayak, etc.) It can be printed as one single part as the pins for the rotational motion between rings have been designed with a gap.  Test prints have demonstrated that the part can be removed from the print bed (and raft if applicable) and require little to no effort in breaking free the rotational pins.  This experience may vary depending on the quality of printer and printer settings.  It is recommended to complete the print at a maximum of .2mm layer height and a print speed of 40 mm/s.  When printing, the print should be oriented upside down on the print bed (the legs and basket facing upwards).  If printed correctly this design will require no support material. Althought this design is compatible only with 250ml cans (or other containers of similar diameter), it can be easily scaled to accomodate larger containers.