Compact Capsule Filler (00 size) with Credit Card Mixture Dispenser

Compact Capsule Filler with Credit Card Mixture Dispenser

This compact capsule filler is designed to fill 24 capsules of size 00 in one batch using a credit card as a mixture dispenser. 

The capsule filler is made up of three functional parts: a base frame, a capsule holder, and a stuffer. The base frame provides a sturdy base for the capsule holder. The capsule holder is designed to hold the capsules in place while they are being filled. The stuffer is used to pack the mixture tightly into the capsules.

Features

• Compact and lightweight design
• Easy to use
• Fills 24 capsules in one batch
• In variant for size 00
• Uses a credit card as a mixture dispenser
• Compatible with Awesome BrainZap! Pillbox

Benefits

• Save time and money by filling capsules yourself
• Make your own custom herbal supplements, vitamins, or other encapsulated products
• Ensure that your capsules are filled with the exact ingredients and dosage that you need
• Reduce waste by eliminating the need for pre-filled capsule

Printing Tips

• Print with Food safe Compliant materials with higher thermal resistance. Such as PLA HT.
• Print the Capsule_filler-stuffer_base.stl and Capsule_filler-capsule_holder.stl parts with higher detail.
• Infill around 10% - 15% is sufficient.

Assembly instructions

Tightly screw together the Capsule_filler-stuffer_base.stl and Capsule_filler-stuffer_handle.stl parts using two M3x8 cylindrical head inbus screws (DIN 912) and two M3 hex nylon nuts.

Model revisions

• revision-3 - longer stuffing bay, better handle and mounting hole, fillet optmizations
• revision-2 - smaller tolerancies, more rounded corners, robust base frame and stuffer
• revision-1 - bigger tolerancies

Usage

To use the capsule filler, simply place the capsule holder on top of the base frame and load the capsule bottoms into the holes. Then, dispense the desired mixture equally over the capsules using the credit card mixture dispenser. Take the stuffer and pack the mixture tightly into the capsules. Repeat steps 3 and 4 one or two more times, if desired.

Once the capsules are filled, remove any residual mixture from the overflow part of the capsule holder. Then, slowly slide the capsule holder down from the base frame to the table. The capsule bottoms will rise above the capsule holder bottom, allowing you to put the capsule tops on them. Finally, remove any residual mixture from the capsule bottoms and eject the filled capsules from the capsule holder.

This compact capsule filler is a great way to fill capsules quickly and easily. It is perfect for making your own herbal supplements, vitamins, or other encapsulated products.

How to use capsule filler - step-by-step

1. Place the capsule holder on top of the base frame.
2. Load 24 capsule bottoms into the holes in the capsule holder.
3. Dispense your desired mixture equally over the capsules using the credit card mixture dispenser.
4. Take the stuffer and pack the mixture tightly into the capsules.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 one or two more times.
6. Remove any residual mixture from the overflow part of the capsule holder.
7. Slowly slide the capsule holder down from the base frame to the table.
8. The capsule bottoms will rise above the capsule holder bottom, allowing you to put the capsule tops on them.
9. Remove any residual mixture from the capsule bottoms and eject the filled capsules from the capsule holder.

Maintenance

Wash the capsule filler with warm water. Do not put it in the dishwasher if printed from not recomended materials such as standard PLA or PETG. These materials are not able to withstand temperatures over 60°C without deforming.

Capsule dimensions

Credit card dimensions

85.6 mm wide by 53.98 mm high.

Model inspiration

Many years ago, I found a capsule filler design that I really liked and made one for myself. One day, I lent it to my friend, but he never returned it. I wanted to make another one, but I couldn't find the original design again. So, I decided to reinvent it from scratch.

I've used this pocket capsule filler to fill over 15,000 capsules so far, and I'm confident that it's a great design. I hope you like it too!

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Enjoy your new capsule filler and let me know, if you make one for yourself!

Designed with Autodesk Fusion 360 Personal