Wheelchair Cup Holder

The Wheelchair Cup Holder is an attachable holder designed to fit onto the arm of a

wheelchair, providing convenient storage for a cup or beverage container. It allows wheelchair users to keep a drink within easy reach without needing a separate table or surface.

The holder is made from timber, shaped using a wood saw. It consists of a cylindrical cup-holding section sized to hold a standard cup, mounted onto a clamp-style base. The base uses a slotted timber bracket secured with bolts and wing nuts, allowing it to be tightened directly onto a wheelchair arm for a secure, adjustable fit.

By using simple, low-cost materials and basic hand tools, this design allows cup holders to be fabricated locally and attached to a wide range of wheelchair arm shapes and sizes.

Levels are identified based on this reference: Field Ready Readiness Levels

About the manuals

Field Ready develops manuals to support both the fabrication and safe use of its products. A maker manual provides step-by-step instructions for replicating the design, including materials, tools, and assembly guidance, so that makers in different locations can build the product accurately and consistently. A user manual, where applicable, explains how to properly set up, use, and maintain the product once it is built, helping ensure it performs safely and as intended for the end user. Together, these manuals make the design accessible to both fabricators and the people who ultimately rely on the product.