machines/howtos/joost-arbor-press

title: Joost Arbor Press slug: joost-arbor-press description: Joost's Arbor Press is a machine based on the original design of the Injection machine made by Precious Plastic (https://community.preciousplastic.com/academy/build/injection) This machine solves two main problems: Ergonomics, that was directly affecting the user experience and therefore productivity and the pressure, which was bringing a big limitation for what we could make with this machine. In this how-to you'll find the download files and the requirements to build and run this machine yourself :) tags: ["injection"] category: Machines difficulty: Medium time: 1-2 weeks keywords: location:

Joost Arbor Press

Joost's Arbor Press is a machine based on the original design of the Injection machine made by Precious Plastic (https://community.preciousplastic.com/academy/build/injection)

This machine solves two main problems: Ergonomics, that was directly affecting the user experience and therefore productivity and the pressure, which was bringing a big limitation for what we could make with this machine.

In this how-to you'll find the download files and the requirements to build and run this machine yourself :)

Steps

Step 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

Step 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)
• Milling (machining on a mill)
• Laser cutting
• General electrical work (wiring safety switch, temperature controllers…)
• Painting

⚙️ Machinery / specific tools needed:

• Grinder, chop saw, MIG/MAG or TIG, drill press
• Lathe, mill (CNC)
• Laser cutting (this can easily be subcontracted around the world)

Step 3: Inject!

• We recommend to place your machine in a leveled floor and it's even better if you can screw the machine to the floor too for more stability.
• Always make sure to wear the safety equipment when running this machine (high heat resistant gloves, goggles, gas mask and safety clothing), also a well ventilated area is highly recommended.
• When purchasing moulds, make sure they come with chamfered nozzle (not threaded) so that they can fit nicely with the cap nut used for the nozzle.

Step 4: Create, share back and Sell :)

Start creating! 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: 👉

Buy and sell on the Bazar! On the [filtered] Bazar you can buy moulds or parts for this machine - or sell your own creations and machines! 👉 bazar.preciousplastic.com

And if you replicate this machine and improve it, dont forget to share back! :) or if you have question on how to build it, join us on Discord 👉 discord.com: discord.com/invite/rnx7m4t

If you want to know about the design process take a look at this video 👉 youtube.com: youtube.com/watch?v=jWbkIa0ncIU

Happy melting! 🤗

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