Toothpaste squeezer with metal tube suppport

Redesigned Tube Squeezer

Overview

The new designed tube squeezer has been developed to support a variety of tube types, including both plastic and metal tubes. Two distinct versions are available:

1. Compact Version
   • Suitable for most regular-sized plastic toothpaste tubes.
2. Robust Version
   • Larger to accommodate bigger tubes and designed to handle metal tubes.
   • Includes additional support on the right knob to increase strength.
   • The axle is more challenging to insert due to the increased robustness.

Toothpaste Squeezer with Clip and Ratchet to Prevent Rolling Back

This tube squeezer features a clip to hold the tube securely and a ratchet mechanism to prevent the tube from rolling back during use.

Print Specifications:

• Infill: 15%
• Wall Loops: 4

Important printing considerations:

•  A brim has been included to maintain stability during the print, however please ensure your build plate is clean and the      filament adheres properly to the build plat.
• When placing models manually on the build plate, ensure the tube is oriented with the ratchet facing the bottom to            prevent fusing of the ratchet mechanism.

Use instruction::

1. Install the Ratchet Knob:
   • Screw the ratchet knob onto the ratchet end. It should remain in place after the initial installation.
   • The ratchet mechanism is printed in place and may be slightly stiff during the first few uses.
2. Insert the Tube into the Clip:
   • Place the toothpaste tube in the clip, ensuring it is properly aligned.
3. Close the Clip:
   • Use the second knob to securely hold the clip closed.
4. Screw in the Second Knob:
   • With the tube and clip in place, screw the second knob into the open end.
   • If alignment issues occur, loosen the ratchet knob to help center the axle.
   • For the robust version, you may need to turn both the ratchet knob and the top knob simultaneously to engage the axle.