Gyroscopic 250ml Can Holder

myminifactory

This object is a specially designed gyroscopic can holder made specifically for 250ml cans. The can fits snugly into the center "basket", which features flexible struts that taper inward to securely grasp the can. The outer legs are spaced far enough apart to allow smooth movement of the gyroscopic assembly, yet taper inward at the ends to accommodate use in various sized cupholders (car, boat, kayak, etc.). It can be printed as a single part since the pins for rotational motion between rings have been designed with a gap. Test prints have shown that the part can be easily removed from the print bed and raft, requiring little effort to break free the rotational pins. However, this may vary depending on printer quality and settings. It's recommended to complete the print at a maximum of 0.2mm layer height and 40 mm/s print speed. When printing, orient the part upside down on the print bed with the legs and basket facing upwards. If printed correctly, this design will require no support material. This design is compatible only with 250ml cans (or other containers of similar diameter), but can be easily scaled to accommodate larger containers.