Extension Bar for a Single-Lever Faucet—DL-13

For (With Whom)

People who cannot reach the faucet lever when washing their hands at the kitchen sink.

Why

The person moves around in a wheelchair on their own and wanted to wash their hands at the kitchen sink, but could not reach the faucet lever, and standing alone to wash their hands carried a risk of falling. They expressed a wish to wash their hands at their own timing, without help from their wife.

How

We made an attachment that extends the lever to a position within reach so that it can be operated from a wheelchair. We completed it while adjusting the lever length so that it is easy for the user to operate and does not get in the way of his wife. Because the user reaches from the wheelchair, we also made the corners comfortable so that they do not hurt when touched.

Outcome

The person can now operate the sink lever alone, and washing hands from the wheelchair at their own timing has become a habit. It also does not get in the way when the wife is cooking, so it continues to be used.

Materials Used

TPU

Approximate 3D Print Weight

10g

Print Settings Overview

Nozzle diameter = 0.4mm, Layer height = 0.1mm, Infill = 20%, Temp = 220°C, Speed = 30mm/s, Supports = none

Accessory Information

A multi-purpose adhesive was used for bonding.