Tool Changer Hand Amputation Aid - Magnet Version
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Pre-prosthetic for tasks like feeding, stylus, toothbrush, etc. For acute hand amputations in hospital.
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"Pre-Prosthetic" that uses a rotary locking coupling. 1/4 turn rotary locking collar uses magnets to maintain open/closed position. Thermoform the base to fit onto a thermoplastic forearm cuff.
Requires three 5mm x 3mm magnets
Print settings: .2mm height
No supports needed
Pic of old version (in blue) is shown in use.
Base Assembly:
Glue magnets to "Locking Ring" & "Female Base" (ensure correct magnet orientation)
Glue the base assembly together (see pic); ensure "Locking Ring" freely rotates 1/4 turn.
Mold thermoplastic splinting material as a cuff around residual limb
Heat up the perforated section of "Female Base" (hot water or a heat gun) and mold to the plastic cuff (see pic); use glue or more splinting material to fasten in place
Tool Assembly:
Ball and socket Tool uses foam tubing (e.g. Rubazote)
Print "Tool - Screw" first
In your slicer, insert a pause for the "Tool - Foam Holder" print
When printing has paused, place the pre-printed "Tool Screw" onto the shaft.