Machines
Injection machine 2.1 (INJ - 2.1)
The Injection machine 2.1 is an iteration based on the Injection machine 1.0 (https://community.preciousplastic.com/academy/build/injection) This latest version of the Injection machine (2.1) solves 2 main problems: Safety and transportability. How? By following the CE safety requirements (European standards) and designing it to be easily disassembled. In this how-to you'll find the download files and the requirements to build and run this machine yourself :)
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1
Download
First off, here is your download package for this machine!
In this folder you will find:
- 3D CAD (.step and .f3d)
- Lasercut files (.dxf)
- Blueprints (.pdf)
- Schematics
- BOM
... and more :)
You can see a preview of all the files (in case you are just curious 👀) and you'll also be able to download them for manufacturing 🔧
2
Build
These are the required skills and machinery you or your machine builder will need to have access to:
- General metalworking (cutting, drilling)
- Welding
- Turning (machining on a lathe)
- Laser cutting
- General electrical work
- Painting
⚙️ Machinery / specific tools needed:
- Grinder, chop saw, MIG/MAG or TIG, drill press
- Laser cutting (this can easily be subcontracted around the world)
3
Run, Create and Sell :)
To run and maintain this machine properly and safely, make sure to have a look at its MANUAL: 👉https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/119uNgVU2ayHe74yNI85uc3ojmBeMw3FD
You'll be able to produce a large variety of products like tiles, pots, sunglass frames and more.
Have a look at the How-to's to find inspiration for injection moulds or products:
👉https://community.preciousplastic.com/how-to?tags=JVpo3tdEqbk8G787hAZH
On the Precious Plastic Bazar you can buy moulds or parts for this machine - or sell your own creations and machines!
👉 bazar.preciousplastic.com
Happy melting! 🤗