Poseidon (Shower Wheelchair)

Poseidon is my first shower wheelchair design. My goal is to make a wheelchair that is more functional and substantially less expensive than the plastic shower chairs currently available.
I am using inexpensive industrial style plate casters so they can be replaced as needed. The front wheels are 4". The anti-tipping wheel is 3". The rear wheels are solid to avoid the need to periodically pump them up. The axle receivers are made from 1.25" square Zinc tubing. As a result, the quick release axle will not rust into the axle receiver since the contact space is relatively minimal.
The right armrest is extended forward to provide a handle for transfers. The left armrest is positioned back in order to provide an open space for transfers. A sliding board could be placed in this area.
Poseidon features wheel-locks with extended handles to make it easier to lock the wheels with wet hands.
NOTE: For my prototype I am using standard T-brackets that are cut to create a DIY Slip-T bracket. An actual Slip-T bracket is preferable. I did not have any on hand. I have to order them online. Standard T-brackets are readily available at local hardware stores and are also less expensive.
Poseidon Fabrication Photos
Poseidon Stock List
Frame
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(2) 1"x 10' PVC tubes.
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(1) 2"x 2"x 1/4" PVC sheet.
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(1) 1"x 4"x 6' PVC trim board (for rectangular camber tube).
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(13) 1" Slip-T brackets
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(12) 1" 90 degree Elbow connectors
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(2) 1" Three Way connectors
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(2) 1" End Caps
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(2) 3"x1.25" punched zinc sq tube (DIY) axle brackets
Fasteners
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A small box of 3/4" wood screws.
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(4) 3.5" x 5/16" bolts, nuts, washers (for camber tube).
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Aftermarket Wheelchair Parts
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(2) 4" industrial plate caster assemblies.
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(1) 3" industrial plate caster assembly.
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(2) Quick release axles.
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(2) 24" (540) solid wheelchair wheels.
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(1) Water friendly backrest cushion.
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(1) Water friendly seat cushion.



Frame Component Dimensions
(1) Back Panel - 17" x 14"x 1/4"
(2) Back Supports - 21"
(2) Lower Chassis - 28"
(2) Upper Chassis - 21"
(1) Seatpan - 17" x 17"x1/4"
(2) Camber Tube - 17" x 4"x1", 17" x 4"x1"
(2) Camber Mounting Brackets - 5"x 1.5"x1"
(2) Front Leg Supports - 9"
(1) Footplate Support - 15"x4"
(2) Footplate Side Support - 4"x4"
(2) Front Connectors - 1 7/8"
(1) Seat Cross Brace - 15"
(2) Footrest Supports - 7", 9"
(1) Left Armrest - 10"
(1) Right Armrest - 17.5"
(3) Armrest Supports - 6"
(1) Pushbar - 14.5"
(1) Anti-tipper Caster Support - 17"x4"

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