Open Source Composting Toilet Hinge
Project developed by User:Tazmanian60
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Abstract
Toilet seats and hinges are an overlooked item in the modern world. A proper seat and hinge provides support for when nature calls. This item may be used in a composting toilet aplication.
- Picture of completed print using
Bill of Materials
- Plastic for the print
- Screw
- Nut
The link for the OpenScad files as well as the STL can be found here: [1]
Tools needed for fabrication of the OSAT
- MOST Delta RepRap or similar RepRap 3-D printer
- Screwdriver (sized for the screw)
Skills and Knowledge Necessary to Make the OSAT
- No extra skills necessary
Technical Specifications and Assembly Instructions
- Print the part
- Scrape extra plastic off part
- Insert handle into hole on hoe
- Screw the screw into handle
Common Problems and Solutions
- Problems inserting handle
- Try cleaning out the handle holder
- Ensure that you correctly measured the handle radius
Cost savings
- If your solution is not a low cost one then it is not really appropriate.
- $2 in plastic, $0.10 screw
- A commercial equivalent can be found at: Hoe
- $12.90 Savings or 86%