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eqNOX Tape Dispenser
Project Timeline: 1 week
Mentor: Prof. Avinash Shende
Type: Individual
Background: The project was a part of our Product Detailing course where we designed a tape dispenser and worked on its details.
Keywords: ergonomics, product detailing, manufacturing techniques.
Tools Used: Rhino 6, Keyshot, Photoshop
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Why equal cuts?
Generally, while cutting tape, we use multiple cuts that are more or less the same size - think of using tape to wrap a gift! There is an inherent, tiny, unconscious struggle to cut them equally. EQ-NOX aims to allow individuals to knock out equal cut tape measures using a tiny noise + stopping feedback.
Due to the small indents placed on either side, the tape role faces a minor halt as it rolls out due to a tight fit between the rolling center and the indent. With minimal force, the indents click out of place, allowing a smooth roll until the next indent is reached.
The halt is only meant to be a feedback to let the user know that the cut has reached a specific dimension. The user can choose to roll out longer cuts as well.
The dispenser consists of 6 separately manufactured parts. The PVC button is pressed - the cello tape role is inserted onto the central pole - and released. The metal claws on 4 sides dig into the central roll of the tape and hold it in place. A spring holds the cap in place.
INNER ROLL
Holds tape with metal
claws and rotates with it
INDENTS
For audio and halt
feedback (tight fit)
BLADE
Serrated edge with
tape catcher on end
METAL BASE
Joined with base
Adhesive welding
EXTERNAL BODY
ABS formed from
Injection Moulding
PVC WHEEL
PVC formed from
Injection Moulding
CELLOTAPE
Held onto by metal
claws in central roll
STEEL SPRING
For pulling back in
the PVC button
PUSH BUTTON
PVC button made via
Injection Moulding
Extrusions for feedback
Cut-out for claws
to fold into
Metal claws to
hold the tape
The PVC Wheel moves along with the tape and hits the extruded indents after covering half the circumference, giving an approximate indication after every 10cm of tape dispensed.
The metal base ensures the product is bottom heavy and remains in place while the tape is rolled out.
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Thank you
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