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  "content": "# Tutorial: Building a Mini Press for Compression Moulding\n\nTo construct this mini press, you will need the following:\n\n- Welding machine\n- Access to a laser cutting machine\n- Drilling machine\n- Basic assembly skills\n\n\nUser Location: Liberec, Czechia\n\nAll steps are detailed in the video tutorial. Click the yellow download button above to access the blueprints and CAD files.\n\nThis standard size frame can press sheets measuring 37x37 cm (14.6x14.6 in).\n\nMaximum recommended mold height is 80 mm (3.15 in).\n\nProducts made include:\n\n- Sheets: 37x37 cm (14.6x14.6 in), with thicknesses of 3, 5, 20 mm (0.12, 0.20, 0.79 in)\n- Coasters\n- Clocks\n- Clipboards\n- Sheets later used for CNC cutting: lamp designs, animal models.\n\nComplete Machine:\n\nLaser-cut parts for pressing plates:\n\nExplore upgrades and tips for compression molding on:\n\n[Youtube and Instagram](https://linktr.ee/plastmakers)",
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  "resources": "### Tools & Equipment\n\n- Welding machine\n- Laser cutting machine access\n- Drilling machine\n- Basic assembly skills\n\n### Software & CAD\n\n- Custom blueprints and CAD files ([Download here](https://linktr.ee/plastmakers))\n\n### Hardware Components\n\n- Standard frame (37x37 cm pressing area)\n- Laser-cut pressing plates\n- Maximum mold height: 80 mm\n\n### Additional Resources\n\n- Upgrade guides & tips ([YouTube/Instagram](https://linktr.ee/plastmakers))",
  "references": "## Articles\n\n- [Compression Molding Presses 101: An Ultimate Guide for ... - TSINFA](https://www.tsinfa.com/what-is-metal-forming/)\n- [How to Compression Mould Forged Carbon Fibre Components](https://www.easycomposites.eu/learning/compression-moulding-forged-carbon-fibre)\n- [Compression Molding Process Decode: A Complete Guide for ...](https://www.swcpu.com/blog/compression-molding-process/)\n- ~~[Compression Molding - Manufacturing Process Guide](https://www.engineeringclicks.com/compression-molding/)~~\n- [Compression Molding - Moldex3D](https://www.moldex3d.com/products/software/moldex3d/solution-add-on/compression-molding/)\n- [Guide to Compression Molding From Prototyping to Mass Production](https://formlabs.com/blog/compression-molding/)\n\n## Books\n\n- ~~[Compression Molding of Rubber – A Practical Handbook](https://store.technobiz.org/product/compression-molding-of-rubber-a-practical-guide/)~~\n- [Injection and Compression Molding Fundamentals - 1st Edition](https://www.routledge.com/Injection-and-Compression-Molding-Fundamentals/Isayev/p/book/9780824776701)\n\n## Papers\n\n- [\"Using Open Source Compression Molding and Vacuum Forming to ...](https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/etd/10332/)\n\n## YouTube\n\n- [3D Printed Compression Mold: How to](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGgQx6E3jW8)\n- [Practical CAD Techniques for Composite Pattern/Mould Design](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDqTGr8NW7A)\n\n## Opensource Designs\n\n- ~~[Compression Mold - CAD Forum](https://www.cadforum.net/viewtopic.php?t=2312)~~"
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