Corona Stopper: a lever to convert a tap / faucet to elbow operation (to help stop spread of COVID-19) 3d model
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Corona Stopper: a lever to convert a tap / faucet to elbow operation (to help stop spread of COVID-19)

Corona Stopper: a lever to convert a tap / faucet to elbow operation (to help stop spread of COVID-19)

by GrabCAD
Last crawled date: 1 year, 11 months ago
1st attempt at a simple, 3d printable, retro-fit lever which converts a standard water tap so that it can be operated using your elbow, to avoid contact with hands when turning on/off.

Intended for use in public places where infection control is more important-eg bathrooms in cafes, train/bus stations etc.

Haven't tested it yet as I don't have a printer! Can someone print and try it? ... may need some tweaks to make it work, depending on the tap.

IMPORTANT: It needs good surface finish or it could do more harm than good, by collecting virus infected cells on the rough/porous surface. I'm uploading as a concept which requires further development by others in the community, not as a finished, ready to implement product.

Perhaps it would be possible to coat the surface after printing to make it smooth, eg dip in a resin, varnish, PVA or something along those lines?
I imagine a few different sizes could be developed for different tap styles.
Requires an M6x30 screw and nut for the integrated pinch clamp.

Enjoy!

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