Filament type: PETG or PLA

Layer height: 0.20mm

Infill: 15-20%

Supports: None

Wall count: 4

Estimated filament used: 12 Grams

Print difficulty: Easy

Print time: About 40 Minutes

Added materials: (2) Zip Ties

Tools needed: Flush cutters, or scissors

Post processing: None

Time to assemble: 5 Minutes

Assembly Process: Place two zip ties into the holes loosely, insert the plug end into the zip tie loops, then secure and cut the zip tie tag ends flush to avoid scratching the user.

Functional Use: This device is a handle that attaches to a plug with two zip ties. The person pulls the handle to work the plug out of the outlet with a hook grasp instead of pinching the plug, and it fits over most standard plugs.

Relevant Occupations: Home Establishment and Management

Client Factors: May be relevant when grip and pinch strength are reduced.

Performance Skills: The client pulls the handle to draw the plug out, using a hook grasp rather than pinching the plug body.

Safety Considerations: This pulls an electrical plug, so make sure the plug and outlet are in good condition and follow normal electrical safety precautions.

Limitations: It is secured around one plug, so moving it to another means re-securing the zip ties or printing more parts. It only fits standard plug shapes. It is not a cleared medical device, so its use must be a clinical decision made by the treating occupational therapist.

Issues: None

Recommendations: The patient may need some education on how to properly secure the device.

Ease of use: Easy

Test results or review: The part works as intended.

Original file link: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6640383

Creator credit: Courage Kenny

License:  Creative Commons - Attribution - Share Alike