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Introduction

We updated the design of menstrual product dispensers on campus to make them more convenient and easier to restock. Our design can be adapted for various installation methods directly on tile walls or stall doors as well as different menstrual product brands.

Download STL Files from Thingiverse

Tools

Parts

  1. Download files from Thingaverse. Adjust parameters of files in Autodesk Fusion if printing for non-Aunt Flow products.
    • Download files from Thingaverse.

    • Adjust parameters of files in Autodesk Fusion if printing for non-Aunt Flow products.

    • Export as a .3mf file.

  2. Open a 3D print slicing software (like PrusaSlicer). Adjust slicing settings: Speed: 0.20mm SPEED
    • Open a 3D print slicing software (like PrusaSlicer).

    • Adjust slicing settings:

    • Speed: 0.20mm SPEED

    • Filament: PLA

    • Supports: Organic, Everywhere

    • Infill: 15%

    • Save sliced file as a .bgcode file.

    • Begin the 3D prints

  3. Remove print supports using pliers. Hanging Installation: Attach 2 hooks into the slots on the bottom of the dispenser.
    • Remove print supports using pliers.

    • Hanging Installation: Attach 2 hooks into the slots on the bottom of the dispenser.

    • Direct-to-Wall Installation: Peel and stick 4 pairs of command strips to the back of the dispenser.

  4. Install the lid.
    • Install the lid.

    • Insert a padlock for added security.

    • Fill dispensers with menstrual products.

    • Dispensers are ready for users!

    • Print a loading tool to make refilling dispensers even easier.

    • Adjust slicing settings:

    • Speed: 0.20mm SPEED

    • Filament: PLA

    • Supports: None

    • Infill: 15%

    • Save sliced file as a .bgcode file.

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