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Door Catch Ball Holder

Our pantry doors have spring-loaded ball catches on the top edge. The ball retainer is made from cheap "pot metal" that occasionally breaks, so the ball flies out when the door is opened.

After dealing with this shoddy product for a couple of years, I measured carefully and designed a 3D-printed replacement.

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Replicating the original's threads was easy with the design software I use. The flat areas accommodate a wrench to adjust the height, but the 3D holder turns easily without a wrench, so I might remove them if I print more.



Updated May 22, 2025