machines/howtos/make-clock-from-recycled-plastic/resources.md

Tools

• Sandpaper (smooth grit)
• Knife for edge cutting
• Drill for center hole (clock mechanism)
• Heat-resistant gloves

Hardware

• Electric oven (IKEA Görlig recommended) [1]
• Mini press
• Compression mold (laser-cut) [1]
• Laser cutter (for custom molds) [1]

Software

• 3D mold files (STP format) [1]
• Plan documents (PDF/DXF formats) [1]

Materials

• 270–350g plastic (HDPE, PP, PLA) [1]
• Cooking oil (smoke point >230°C/446°F) [1]
• Clock mechanism (sourced locally in Czechia) [1]
• Colored clock hands [1]
• Mold release agent [1]

Additional Resources

• Technological record sheet (PDF/Excel) [1]
• Component sourcing contact (Czech company) [1]
• Request files via contact: linktr.ee/plastmakers [1]