CPAP Hose Coupler

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UPDATED: Sunday, February 24, 2019, 10:20 AM Added a more compact, streamlined version that also uses less material (CPAP_coupler_external_v3b.stl). Note: I now prefer zip-ties to the rubber band method as they do not deteriorate over time. License: Creative Commons, Attribution, Non-Commercial, No Derivatives, All-Rights-Reserved Over time, my CPAP hose's rubber connector became loose and detached during the night. Rather than buying a new hose or gluing them together, I decided to create this coupler. My CPAP is a "Philips Respironics DreamStation CPAP Machine," but I understand that all hoses are generic. 1. Put two zip-ties over the hose end. 2. Connect the hoses together as normal. 3. Place the coupler pieces over the hose connection, like a sandwich. 4. Move the zip-ties over the ends of the coupler into the grooves so it holds firmly together. 5. The hose connection should not detach but still rotate smoothly. I've been using this for over 12 months now and love it. License: Creative Commons, Attribution, Non-Commercial, No Derivatives, All-Rights-Reserved Like what you see? Consider donating! PayPal.Me/ricktress