Milk Carton Opener

by stevensm in Living > Kitchen

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Milk Carton Opener

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This is a 3D printed milk carton opener. It is intended to stabilize the milk carton so that you can open the milk only using one hand. This works best if a piece of dycem mat is placed underneath so that it does not slide all over the table.

**This idea was originally created by Nuege Xiong from Harding High School** All credit goes to him

Supplies

  • 3-D printer
  • Tinkercad account
  • Glue gun
  • Measuring tape
  • Milk carton

Measure the Desired Container

For this step, you will want to measure the carton you want to be able to place in the container, and convert it into millimeters.

Create the Design in Tinkercad

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After the measurements are converted, create the design in tinker-cad using a box with a hole in it, and then add supports to the side using another box with a hole in it. An example templet is provided below.

Create the Side Supports

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Create the side supports so that it does not tip over. An example file is provided below.

Downloads

Assemble

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Hot glue the supports to the side, and attach a piece of dycem to the bottom. Place the milk carton in the main compartment and enjoy!