Skimmer Basket

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The skimmer baskets in our pool were on the verge of collapse, their brittle edges shattering with minimal force. Research online revealed that replacing them would be a costly endeavor, approximately £20 each. While printing might not offer a significant cost savings, considering time and material costs, it seemed an opportunity to improve upon the original design existed. Consequently, instead of wafer-thin edges, I opted for 2mm thickness, as seen in other designs. The square holes around the edge measured about 4mm in size. To avoid struggling with a square pattern at the bottom, I chose a concentric circle design. Holes were added to the upper basket to accommodate a handle. After several attempts, I achieved the perfect balance of strength for the handle, which not only served as a lifting aid but also enabled twisting the basket into the locking mechanism of the skimmer housing below. The rim around the top was designed to snap onto the basket's top, significantly enhancing its rigidity. Although it required some force to snap on, this feature was my favorite part of the design. If you wish to modify the design, please feel free to do so: https://cad.onshape.com/documents/faf66a3f1ae01df9a806c298/v/1add465ac4ce707ee0a2204d