Bathroom siphon box opener

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<p>Typical showcase why everyone should have a 3D Printer.</p><p>My wife calls my printers toys, I call them tools (just because they are fun and we play a lot with them doesn't make them toys, right?). This is a perfect demonstration why.</p><p>First came the issue, a clog in the bathroom siphon box. The solution is simple (sometimes), open the cover, clean the dirt, close the box and that's it. Issue: The cover is always stuck and I don't have the proper tool to open it. Solution: Take measures, design, print!</p><p>This might not work for you though...</p><p>In the photos you can see the dimensions of the gap: 45mmx4.5mm. If yours is different size or format this will not work. Maybe its a good idea for you to start modeling your own objects. Its super easy and very satisfying. I suggest Fusion 360 for personal use if you want to try it out.</p><p>If you decide to print you should make it with enough infill to make it strong enough for the job. In my case I made it a solid body from layer 78 up. This can be made with a modifier in PrusaSlicer (screenshot), I imagine Cura have something similar. If not just adjust the number of top layers. I also used PETG so the tool is strong enough for the job. I do not recommend you to use PLA.</p><p>Also I found out that spraying with WD40 the lid is much more easier to open.</p><p>And also good luck :)</p><p>(photo of the open lid not included, believe me you would not like to see it...)</p>