Soda Can Multi-Tool
Can Opener, Coaster, and Drink Cover · Summer 2024 · MakerWorld Design Contest
Overview
A three-in-one 3D printed gadget that covers your drink, acts as a coaster, and helps open stubborn pop tabs. Designed for a MakerWorld summer design contest working with my mom's DSLR and DIY photo booth.
Skills Used
Results
- Excellent Participation award on MakerWorld
- Fits standard and slim cans
- Customizable face graphics
- Grip ridges for PETG
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Background & Motivation
I designed this for the MakerWorld beach day contest. Bugs always swarm my drinks in summer, so I made a tool that covers the can, works as a coaster, and helps open the tab.
Design Process
Hand-measured a soda can and modeled in Onshape. Compliant offset geometry clips over the rim. Tuned to fit both standard and slim cans. The lid doubles as a coaster since cans stack. The side hole is chamfered to pry up tabs, acting as a lever arm. Added grip ridges for PETG.
Personal Development
This was my first time publishing a model online. I learned end-to-end product design: modeling, precise measuring, photography, Canva graphics, and writing compelling descriptions. Seeing downloads and positive comments was incredibly rewarding.
Results
Won the Excellent Participation award. Check it out on MakerWorld →