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The 3D Print That Changes Lives!

3D Printing Nerd·May 29, 2026

A simple print that shows there is MUCH MORE to cool mechanisms! 3D Printing Nerd Studios POWERED by PCBWay - 8% off using code 3DPN ▶ https://3d.pn/pcbway REDEEM COUPON HERE ▶ https://member.pcbway.com/Member/coupons Download this on Cults3D ▶ https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/home/beverage-can-opener-beer-can-opener-soda-can-opener Opening cans shouldn't be a struggle! In this video, I’m showing off a truly genius 3D printed tool that makes opening soda cans incredibly easy. This isn't just another gadget, it's a perfect example of how 3D printing provides real world solutions for accessibility and everyday convenience. I was blown away by the simple but effective mechanical design. Whether you have limited hand mobility or just want a better way to crack open a cold one without breaking a nail, this print is a game changer. Find some Filament ▶ https://spoolsearch.com 00:00 - More Than Just a Cool Mechanism 00:46 - PCBWay & Practical Printing 01:03 - The Mechanism Explained 01:19 - Slicer Settings & Mirroring 02:08 - Material Choices: PLA vs. PETG 03:22 - The Assembly "Drill Trick" 04:55 - Putting It All Together 06:25 - The First Test (It Works!) 07:06 - Why This Matters (The Mother-in-Law Test) 08:15 - Final thoughts and a "high five" to the community. MERCH! ▶ https://the3dprintingnerd.com/merch Patreon ▶ https://3d.pn/patreon FloatPlane ▶ https://www.floatplane.com/channel/3dprintingnerd Bambu ▶ https://bit.ly/bambulab Prusa ▶ https://3d.pn/prusa Slice Engineering ▶ https://3d.pn/slice MATERIALS & CONSUMABLES (aff) 🦇 Biqu ▶ https://bit.ly/bigtreetech Polymaker ▶ https://3d.pn/polymaker Printed Solid ▶ https://3d.pn/printedsolid Amazon ▶ https://geni.us/shopatamazon Matterhackers ▶ https://3d.pn/matterhackers Proto Pasta ▶ http://3d.pn/protopasta THE TEAM! 🤟 Host: Joel Telling ▶ https://www.instagram.com/joeltelling Executive Producer: David Tobin ▶ https://www.instagram.com/david_tobin The Website ▶ https://the3dprintingnerd.com -------------------------------- Find Me Socially! -------------------------------- Twitch: https://twitch.tv/joeltelling Twitter: https://twitter.com/joeltelling Twitter 3DPN: https://twitter.com/3dprintingnerd Facebook: https://facebook.com/3dprintingnerd Instagram: https://instagram.com/joeltelling Instagram 3DPN: https://instagram.com/3dprintingnerd Discord: https://discord.gg/GGZQgnh -------------------------------- Want to send me something? -------------------------------- 3D Printing Nerd PO Box 55532 Shoreline, WA 98155 USA Music in Episodes Comes From: Epidemic Sound - http://3d.pn/epidemicsound Future Vega - https://futurevega.sourceaudio.com Audio Micro - http://www.audiomicro.com/royalty-free-music FTC Disclaimer: A percentage of sales is made through Affiliate links