Mini Measuring Spoon — 1/4 tsp

I over-engineered a ¼ tsp measuring spoon… because apparently I can’t just own a normal spoon like a normal human. 😅

This model is a small, sturdy, super-clean measuring scoop with a smooth cup and a simple handle that’s comfortable to hold and looks way nicer than it has any right to. 

Capacity/size:

Based on the inner cup dimensions (16.50 mm diameter × 8.25 mm depth), the bowl is essentially a half-sphere, giving an estimated capacity of ~1.18 mL (1.18 cc)—about 0.24 tsp, aka just under a true ¼ teaspoon.

Volume of a hemisphere:

• V = ⅔ x πr^3 
  • r = 8.2465 mm

    • V ≈ 1174.54 mm^3

      

      • 1000 mm^3 = 1 mL
        • V ≈ 1.1745 mL (Also 1.1745 cc (cc=mL))

Converting to teaspoon

• 1 US teaspoon = 4.9289 mL
  • 1.1745 / 4.9289 ≈ 0.238 tsp
    • So it holds about 0.24 tsp, which is "close enough" to 1/4 tsp (¼ tsp is ~1.23 mL)

Best “rounded” measurement

• ≈ 1.2 mL (≈ 1.2 cc)

• ≈ 1/4 teaspoon (a hair under)

  

Measurements:

• Handle length: 58.478 mm
• Handle width: 6.50 mm
• Overall height (standing): 77.674 mm
• Inner cup diameter: 16.50 mm
• Inner cup depth: 8.25 mm
• Outer cup diameter: 19.365 mm

Print notes:

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  Supports: Not required in most setups (the geometry is friendly), but if your printer struggles with gentle overhangs, add light supports just under the bowl area.

• Layer height: 0.12 mm Fine
• Walls: 3
• Infill: 15% Grid—Note: The handle is solid with three walls. The only support material will be a tiny bit in the head of the spoon.
• Material: PLA works; PETG is tougher. If you plan food contact, see the note below.

***Food Contact***

If you’re using this for spices, coffee, supplements, etc., remember most FDM prints have tiny layer lines that can trap residue. For food-safe use, consider food-safe filament + sealing, or treat it as a “dry goods / hobby scoop” (paint powders, resin pigment, salt, gardening nutrients, etc.).

Thank you for checking out my model!
I have more models posted to my page if you’re interested!
https://makerworld.com/en/@NotAnApache

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