Ratchet toothpaste tube squeezer

I saw some of the toothpaste tube squeezers and thought there's room to improve. So here's brief description of this ratchet toothpaste tube squeezer:

• ratchet mechanism ensures the tube doesn't unwind
• no supports
• just 4 parts which clicks into each other, no glue etc. needed, no part will get lost when swapping tubes
• fits 55mm wide tube
• shaft printed horizontally to prevent snapping
• toothpaste tube shape
• easy to assemble and use

I recommend to print out the Shaft and Ratchet in PETG.

If you don't have a 3D printer and want one of these, don't worry, I am also selling these on my Etsy shop!

Check out the assembly and how to use video here:

As always, multiple formats are available including .stl, .3mf, .step and .obj.

I also prepared .stl and .3mf with all parts preloaded and in their correct orientation.

UPDATE 9.2. 2023 - V2 version 

• stiffened body
• body also connected on top - shaft rotates smoother and doesn't get caught on
• larger toothpaste opening on the body with chamfer for easier insertion
• shaft tolerances adjusted 
• reworked handle for better experience 

If you like practical things you can also check out my other projects or have a look at my Two-way ratchet stubby screwdriver:

Cheers!

Luke