How to build mini press

STARTERKIT

COMPRESSION

SHEETPRESS

Difficulty:

Medium
Time Required:

1-2 weeks
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611
Creator:
plastmakers
Country:
Czechia
Email:
info@plastmakers.com
Website: plastmakers.com
Social media: linktr.ee/plastmakers
Downloads:
113

Tutorial how to build mini press for compression moulding. For making this simple machine you need welding machine, access to laser cutting machine, drilling machine and basic assembly skills.

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Video tutorial
What can you make with press?
Is it possible to buy it? Yes
More information

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Video tutorial

All steps are mentioned in video tutorial. Click the yellow download button above to go to the direct link to open source blueprints and CAD files.
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What can you make with press?
With this standard size frame it is possible to press sheets with area 37x37cm.

Max. recommended mould height is 80mm

I have already produced:
- sheets 37x37cm, thickness 3, 5, 20mm
- coasters
- clock
- clipboard
- sheets which was latter used for CNC cutting - design of lamp, animal models.
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Is it possible to buy it? Yes

Full machine:

Laser cutted parts for pressing plates:
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More information

Next upgrades and tips for compression moulding you can find on Youtube, or Instagram: linktr.ee: linktr.ee/plastmakers

I hope it can help you with plastic recycling.

Tom