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Turn opening a soda can into a pirate adventure!This is a custom 3D printable can opener featuring a pirate / Straw Hat inspired design, with a detailed sailing ship relief on the main body, a skull-and-crossbones top cover and a contrasting trigger.The model keeps the practical mechanical opening system while completely changing the exterior aesthetic into a colorful anime pirate-themed collectible.
Simply place the opener over a compatible can, press the trigger and the mechanism lifts the can tab.
COMPATIBILITYDesigned for standard:
- 330 ml / 33 cl beverage cans
- Approx. 66 mm can diameter
Please check the diameter of your cans before printing.
PARTSThe model is separated into several printable components:
- Main decorated body
- Trigger
- Top cover
- Internal mechanism
- Flexible spring
- Opening hook
- Internal locking/block component
Parts can be printed separately, making multicolor printing possible even without an AMS/MMU system.
REQUIRED HARDWAREYou will need:
- 1× M4 × 16 mm countersunk screw
- 1× M4 nut
No glue is required for the main mechanism.
RECOMMENDED MATERIALSMain body / cover / triggerPLA, PLA+ or PETG
Spring and opening hookPETG recommended.
PETG provides better flexibility, resistance and smoother movement for the mechanical components.
Avoid matte filament for the moving internal parts when possible.
ASSEMBLYSTEP 1Place the flexible snake-shaped spring and opening hook into their corresponding slots inside the mechanism.
STEP 2Join the two halves of the internal mechanism together, making sure both components remain correctly positioned.
STEP 3Install the mechanism cover in the correct orientation.
STEP 4Insert the M4 nut into its dedicated slot.
STEP 5Insert the M4 × 16 mm countersunk screw and tighten it.
Do not overtighten.
Adjust the screw until the trigger mechanism moves smoothly and returns freely.
STEP 6Slide the assembled mechanism into the main body.
The flexible spring must face toward the bottom of the opener.
STEP 7Check that the end of the spring correctly enters its internal retaining slot inside the body.
Press the trigger several times before using the opener to confirm that the mechanism moves freely.
PRINTING NOTESDesigned for FDM 3D printing.
The decorative details were created as raised geometry rather than texture maps, making the model suitable for physical 3D printing.
For the best visual result, print the body, trigger and top cover in contrasting colors.
Suggested pirate color combination:
- Blue main body
- Red trigger
- Yellow/gold top cover
- White / black / red emblem details
This is a 3D printable model.
The screw and nut are not printed parts and must be purchased separately.
Always test the mechanism carefully after assembly before regular use.
This is an unofficial fan-made design created for collectors and 3D printing enthusiasts.
REVIEWS & COMMENTS
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