Cat food pouch dispenser (UK) - updated 3/8

Boost MeI design most of my prints when presented with a problem or find an issue that hasn't been solved by someone else already on maker world.
Also, I always endeavour to amend my designs if presented with a good idea or request.

This all takes time and sometimes lots of prototyping which comes out of my own pocket. So any boosts are enormously appreciated! 

IMPORTANT  - THE UPLOADED MODELS ARE FOR UK CAT FOOD - IF YOU ARE IN THE EU FOR EXAMPLE SEND ME A PICTURE AND DIMENSIONS OF YOUR CAT FOOD POUCHES AND I AM HAPPY TO MAKE A MODIFIED VERSION TO FIT BETTER - I AM GETTING FED UP OF BAD REVIEWS WHEN DESPITE ME ASKING IN THE COMMENTS NO ONE HAS GIVEN ME ANY DIMENSIONS TO WORK FROM. 

 

9/8 - New print profile added with removeable compressor to enable easier pouch insertion and accomodate thicker pouches. 

 

UPDATE 3/8 - All print profiles have been updated to increase the strength of the slider bar and also simple quick assembly now instead of print in place. Supports are still needed in all prints however less than before (if printing with bambu handy please be cautious as sometimes it seems to omit supports).

 

If you have a print failure or encounter any issues please get in touch with me before leaving a bad review - most issues I can advise and troubleshoot on, but it is frustrating getting a bad review with no useable info as to why a problem has occured. 

 

Cat wet food pouch dispenser. 

This is designed to get every last bit of food out of a cat food pouch - easier on some brands than others. 

 

The file is no longer print in place but does require 1 very quick method of assembly - see below. 

If you slide it via the top bar it can twist and stick. It is actually much smoother pinching on the outside edges and sliding that way. 

 

Both PLA and PETG print profiles attached. 

 

Assembly (non removeable compressor):

Note the 45 degree notch on the right side of the base. Insert the slider into the left side groove in line with this notch then gently press down to snap the compressor bar into place (see the gif below

 

Operating instructions.

1. Open your food pouch and push out ¼ - ½ the contents.

2. Press the back of the pouch to flatten it then insert the end under the compressor bar and push through so it comes out the back.

3. Grip the handle and use you thumb to help hold the package in place. 

    

4. Slide the compressor bar over the remaining packet to force the food out - easily done over a bowl/plate. 

5. If using the print profile with the removeable handle then line up the rear of the pouch over the access notches then use push the compressor in line with the access notches over the rear of the pouch and slide forwards whilst holding the rear of the pouch in place. 

Cleaning:

You can clean the print under WARM soapy water. Please remember PLA deforms at around 50 degrees and PETG at around 70 degrees. I didn't want to state the obvious but melting your print in hot water is not a fault of my design.