Wall Mounted Pop Can Crusher

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Update: Mountable Backplate Update 2: I made a video case-study on this: https://youtu.be/7J0Io8hQXFM I have redesigned the backplate to be taller and more robust, with two precisely countersunk screw holes for wall mounting. My final successful print used PETG at 50% infill with a triangle pattern. I still support the base manually when crushing a can, but I plan to design a bracket that attaches below to help absorb forces acting on the base. I made modifications to the bottom in OpenSCAD, increasing its height and adding the necessary teeth for extra stability. Then I imported the STL into TINKERCAD (https://www.tinkercad.com/things/lXgs998Hl87) to create mounting holes since I didn't feel like figuring out how to do it in code. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Original post: I have modified the handles for easier printing and reduced filament consumption by eliminating support material needs. The first change was splitting the handle into two pieces so they print flat against the bed. I added a 1/2 inch diameter (12.7mm) x 70mm cylinder that runs through the grip, allowing me to hold the halves together with a wooden dowel. The second change was reducing the handle thickness. The original had more thickness than needed, which allowed the handles to print flat against the bed without support material in the gear construction. In my first version, I found that layer flaking off the gear where support intersected with the finished object, so I removed some thickness from the handle. I also created and printed a "handle test" piece to ensure my print fit nicely over the dowel. The modified files include original files for reference. For full original files, please visit TheFisherOne's thing.