Candy Dispenser – Coin or Token Operated

3D-Printed Candy Dispenser – Coin or Token Operated

This compact and original candy dispenser is  designed to bring a fun, interactive touch to your home, office, or event. It combines functional design with handcrafted style, featuring a premium Bormioli glass jar as the candy container.

here you can find a video from @layer_work  showing the assembly

Key Features:

• Truly coin/token-operated: Unlike many models found on MakerWorld that only simulate the mechanism, this is one of the few (if not the only one) that actually works with real €0.50 coins or customizable tokens, providing a genuine and satisfying user experience.
• Customizable token: Includes a 3D-printed token that can be personalized with names, logos, or custom symbols, making each dispenser unique.
• Bormioli glass jar: Durable, transparent, and reusable, it adds an elegant and eco-friendly touch to the design.
• Adapters available for other jars: The modular structure allows for the use of various jar types, thanks to 3D-printable adapters.
• STEP files included: You’ll get access to STEP files for customizing the tokens and for designing your own adapters to fit your preferred jar type.
• Fully mechanical mechanism: No electronics involved! Just insert a coin or token, turn the knob, and enjoy your candy.
• Easy to refill: Simply unscrew the jar to restock your favorite treats.

Perfect for:

• Unique and personalized gifts
• Parties, events, and trade shows
• Office desks and reception counters
• Kids’ rooms or snack corners
• Branded promotional items with an interactive twist

✅ One-of-a-kind on MakerWorld: actually works with coins or tokens!
🎨 Customizable. 🔧 Printable. 🎁 A perfect gift or creative project.

changelog:

-19/04/2025: added a larger drum on plate 8 for larger portions!

-24/04/2025: v2 version added, 

what's new?
- obviously the shape...less filament to use, faster to print.
-coin mechanism completely revised to fit the new shapes
-revised drum and funnel, fit larger sweets

ASSEMBLY GUIDE

-insert the 3 heat brass inserts in the points indicated in the figures

-you can close the coin compartment with one of the m3 screws

--assemble the coin mechanism as you see in the photo. The springs are the same and you can use a small screwdriver to insert one end of the spring into the groove of the levers. Pay attention to the gear which must be positioned with the slot for the coin towards the springs

-assemble the drum as you see in the photo. the longest axis has 2 different hexagonal joints, one will be fixed to the drum. you will recognize it because it is the one with the most friction. the other part will not fit together

-slide the back plate over the drum axle and fit the hex axle onto the coin mechanism gear

-lock the front part of the mechanism by first inserting the spacer and then the handle

-fix the mechanism to the dispenser body with 2 m3 screws, fill the jar with your favorite sweets and enjoy