Tic Tac Solder Dispenser
Source: Thingiverse by Haku3D
The Tic Tac Solder Dispenser is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by Haku3D. Serious solderer? Got one of those 0.7mm 0.5kg reels? Don't want to lug it around when soldering out in the field? Eat some Tic Tacs and print these 4 small parts and you've got. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
Serious solderer? Got one of those 0.7mm 0.5kg reels? Don't want to lug it around when soldering out in the field? Eat some Tic Tacs and print these 4 small parts and you've got yourself a miniature solder dispenser that holds about 24 grams worth. I printed mine in PLA at 0.10mm layer height with a Prusa i3 Mk3, no support needed, one of the halves of the reel has a 1.2mm hole in it to poke the solder into to grip it when spooling it up. Once the parts are clipped together, remove the top of the Tic Tac box - cut or peel off the sticker then open the tab, insert a small screwdriver and lever it off - then poke a small hole in the lid from the inside with some tweesers or something but not too big, you want it to grip the solder a little, fill up the little reel from your big reel then ins…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Tic Tac Solder Dispenser is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Haku3D.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by Haku3D, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.