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Pill Popper - Single-Handed Pill Dispenser

493 downloads · 1 year ago · This Pill Popper is designed to allow the user to quickly and easily dispense one pill with one hand

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Description

This Pill Popper is designed to allow the user to quickly and easily dispense one pill with one hand. This could be very helpful for people with limited mobility but I wanted it so I could get a “Tylenol” in the middle of the night without getting out of bed or even sitting up. Conventional pill bottles typically require two hands and an upright position so that pills do not fall out of the bottle. This solves that issue for me - And, I don’t wake up my wife!

I have added a stand so that the Pill Popper has a home.

IMPORTANT:

This version does not have a tamper-resistant mechanism as my objective was to make it very easy to get a pill out. But I can design a version with tamper resistance if anyone wants it. Please message me if that is the case.

I have created a few variants now and will possibly add more in the future. The currently available sizes are as follows:

RT110x080 for Tylenol Extra Strength 500mg tablets. Also works with Costco’s Kirkland branded Kirkland Extra Strength Acetaminophen Tablet 500mg. These tablets are approximately 11x8mm.
RT060x027 for small round tablets measuring around 6x2.7mm
RT080x040 for medium round tablets measuring around 8x4mm
RT120x065 for Mini Altoids measuring around 12x6.5mm

Please message me if you would like me to create a variant for any other size pills.

Print Settings

For the best results, I suggest the following: Material:

201 Compliant Spring = PETG
All other parts can be PLA Nozzle = 0.4mm Layer Height = 0.2mm Line Width = 0.4mm Wall Count = 4 (1.6mm) Top and Bottom Layer Count = 5 Detect Thin Walls = ON Wall Generator = Arachne Infill = 40% (Cubic) Support = None required Print orientation = As per the STL/3MF files.

Related Links

This Pill Popper is similar to my Pocket Pill Popper. The Pocket Pill Popper linked here, is more compact but less convenient to open. https://than.gs/m/991504

Visit my blog for more details and other designs: https://www.logicalplanet.com/

Revisions and Updates I occasionally update and revise my designs. When I do, I’ll document the changes here. Check back periodically for the latest revision notes or if you’re experiencing any issues with a model.

20250401: I have updated this posting with new variants for different pill sizes as well as added a stand.

20250623: I have added the 8x4mm variant. And, corrected some of the labelling on the other variants.

20260405: I have uploaded an experimental spring for small tablets measuring around 11.2 x 5.7 x 3.8mm. The new file is "201 T112x057x038 experimental.stl". If you try it , please let me know if it works for you or not.

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Discussions

nalisarc3 months ago

An interesting concept. How do you design new springs? I'm not 100% sure all my meds will fit and I'd like to make adjustments if needed

logicalplanet3 months ago

Hi, if you tell me the pill size I can make new springs for you to try. Or I might have it made already.

nalisarc2 months ago

Howdy sorry for the delay! The main one is generic Diphenhydramine, which is 11.23 mm x 5.72 mm x 3.80 mm. Thank you for your time

logicalplanet2 months ago

I have added a new experimental spring for the tablet you have described. It is included with the model and has the part name "201 T112x057x038 experimental.stl". If you try it please let me know if it works for you or not.

nalisarc1 month ago

This spring works well

Slushbender1 year ago

Very clever !

PuritanUntertow1 year ago

What slicer are you using? I don't know how the default settings convert to PrusaSlicer.

logicalplanet1 year ago

I am currently using Cura, BambuStudio, AnycubicSlicerNext. Let me know where the issues are and I am happy to try to help.

roborob1 year ago

One additional request.. Would you consider a variant that uses a spring (from a pen) instead of using TPU?

logicalplanet1 year ago

Hi, sorry I just saw this comment now. Why would you want to? The all in one compliant spring and dispenser is more effective and printable. Why do you not like that design approach?

roborob1 year ago

Thank you very much for this cool model!

Would you make a variant for Altoids mints? They are 12.5 in diameter and 6.5mm thick. They do vary in size a bit so some additional clearance may be needed.

logicalplanet1 year ago

Researching it I see the regular altoids are much bigger (which is what I was thinking of). The dimensions you quote are the Altoid Smalls or Minis. Are they round or the square ones?

logicalplanet1 year ago

Give me a few days to explore it. The diameter is quite large for this case but I will do my best.

mexijone601 year ago

This is a really clever design! Perfect for those who need quick access to medication without the hassle. Have you tested it with gel capsules, or does it work best with solid tablets themexicanflowers.com.

logicalplanet1 year ago

Thank you. Getting gel caps and regular capsules to auto orient into the delivery chamber is more difficult compared to round tablets. But I am going to see if I can do it!

QuietMike1 year ago

Great design- Can you make one for tiny pills, 6mm diameter 2.7mm thickness? or should i just scale?

logicalplanet1 year ago

I just posted a variant for the pill size you requested. Can you please try it and let me know how it works? I printed fake tablets of that size and tested it with those and it seems quite good. Hopefully, you will have the same result.

QuietMike1 year ago

it works great!

logicalplanet1 year ago

Awesome thanks.

logicalplanet1 year ago

no, I do not recommend scaling it. Let me create a variant for that pill size. And, you can do the testing. Ok? I will try to get that done within the next 48 hours.