Yocto-Coca-Mentos-Cap

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This custom part, let you drop 7 Mentos into a PET bottle instantly. The locking mechanism is carefully controlled by a precise servomotor. We have a post that explains exactly how this gadget works: https://www.yoctopuce.com/EN/article/coke-mentos-yoctopuce-fun Print Settings Printer Brand: MakerBot Printer: MakerBot Replicator 2X Rafts: Doesn't Matter Supports: No Resolution: Standard Infill: 10% with 3 layers of shells Notes: All parts have been tested with ABS filament and default settings of Makerbot 2X printer. I'm fairly certain that it will work with PLA, but I haven't actually tested it. Instructions Insert the lever into the main tube from the inside. Insert a toothpick to secure the lever in place within the main tube. Secure the rod to the lever and the servomotor with a tight connection. Mount the servo motor onto the main tube using strong double-sided tape. Add a protective plate on top of the main tube and fasten it securely with screws. Needed parts 1 x micro servomotor (ex: hitec hs-55) 1 x toothpick 5 x M 2.5 screws Some strong double-sided tape