A device for re-sealing 35mm film cassettes

[Individual One]

I hope that someone can find this idea useful.
Reloadable cassettes being more expensive than they used to be, or I would like them to be, I have tried and failed at opening used film cassettes for reuse without mangling the end cap.
So, I printed some replacement end caps in nylon (Because that is what I have. Likely many other materials would work). They cost less than 5 cents apiece to print, if you have access to a printer. I have been using them fairly carefully and so far they work well. I have only used the caps with Fuji cassettes so far. I don't know how similar other brands are. This website does not permit attaching the .STL file for the part. If there is any interest in the part I could see if I can post the model on some 3d print website.
Bruce

 

[foc]

I think it's a great idea. Thank you for posting.

 

[Kino]

Good idea. I am interested in the file!

Thanks!

 

[Don_ih]

Even if you manage to get the cap off without distorting it, these cassettes have a part of the rim that's cut down and makes it a bit finicky to get the cap back on - not to mention the caps themselves are too tight to put back on (they're not meant to be removed easily). So your solution is a good one. I imagine many people would want that file. One of the problems with bulk loading is the lack of DX cassettes - this is a solution.

 

[xkaes]

One of the problems with bulk loading is the lack of DX cassettes - this is a solution.

You can make stick-on, DIY, metallic, DX decals for 35mm cassettes.

 

[Don_ih]

You can make stick-on, DIY, metallic, DX decals for 35mm cassettes.

You can, but it may be more trouble than, say, reloading an APS cassette...

 

[Individual One]

The .STL file can be had here: https://www.printables.com/model/530784-end-cap-for-35mm-cassette
If I uploaded it correctly.