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title: Easily (hands-free) connect moulds to the injector
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slug: easily-hands-free-connect-moulds-to-the-injector
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description: Screw-on molds, clamping beds, and other methods, such as car jacks, require time and manual effort to connect molds to the injector. This method, using a motorcycle stand, provides sufficient travel to clamp the mold against the injector and allows the use of leg power, keeping the hands free.
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This approach also facilitates the lifting of heavier molds or accessories like clamps, potentially reducing the need for bolting the mold for clamping.
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This technique is suitable for conical-style injection nozzles and chamfered-style molds. The machines used in this guide are from PlasticPreneur.
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tags: ["hack","product","untagged","injection"]
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category: Guides
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difficulty: Easy
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time: < 1 hour
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location: Lancaster, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the)
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import { Image } from 'astro:assets'
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# Easily (hands-free) connect moulds to the injector
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<Image src={import('./cover_picture-17f79ec916d.png')} alt="Easily (hands-free) connect moulds to the injector" />
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Screw-on molds, clamping beds, and other methods, such as car jacks, require time and manual effort to connect molds to the injector. This method, using a motorcycle stand, provides sufficient travel to clamp the mold against the injector and allows the use of leg power, keeping the hands free.
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This approach also facilitates the lifting of heavier molds or accessories like clamps, potentially reducing the need for bolting the mold for clamping.
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This technique is suitable for conical-style injection nozzles and chamfered-style molds. The machines used in this guide are from PlasticPreneur.
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User Location: Lancaster, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the)
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## Steps
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### Step 1: One video to explain it all...
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Attached is a video explaining the process and the necessary parts.
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### Step 2: Find yourself a bike stand
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We located our first item locally on Facebook Marketplace. Alternatively, you might contact workshops that service bikes, as they may possess older models. The internet also provides a convenient resource, and you can easily find these by searching for terms such as "motorcycle stand" or "dirtbike stand."
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<Image src={import('./WhatsApp_Image_2022-03-11_at_16.44.20-17f79e7056b.jpeg')} alt="WhatsApp Image 2022-03-11 at 16.44.20-17f79e7056b.jpeg" />
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### Step 3: (if wall-mounted) Make it taller
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We employed four pieces of wood, each measuring 3x2 (7.6 cm x 5.1 cm), at each corner of the flat plate on the stand, finishing with a flat piece of wood on top to create an elevated platform for the molds. This structure could alternatively be constructed from metal and vary in shape if necessary. The space in the center of the pillars is convenient for storing height-adjustment blocks.
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You may find that the existing height suffices, or you can add wooden blocks to achieve the desired elevation when utilizing a floor-based injection molder.
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An alternative design could involve shortening the pillars and adding a tufftuff jack on top. This would eliminate the need for varied thicknesses of wooden blocks based on the mold being used, as the tufftuff jack (with a plate on top) allows adjustment of the overall working height. The bike stand can then provide the additional travel required to interface with the nozzle.
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<Image src={import('./WhatsApp_Image_2022-03-11_at_16.44.20_3-17f79e6f15c.jpeg')} alt="WhatsApp Image 2022-03-11 at 16.44.20 (3)-17f79e6f15c.jpeg" />
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### Step 4: Modify the lever system
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We found that, initially, this lever is positioned rather high for using it multiple times throughout the day. If seeking a rigorous exercise routine, it may be left as initially configured. However, we preferred a more convenient setup for continual use, and discovered that reversing the arm that integrates with the lever works exceptionally well.
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We drilled an additional hole in the rod extending from the base, as well as corresponding holes in the arm that attaches. This allowed us to insert an M8 bolt (5/16 inch) to securely fasten it in place. The supplementary bolt behind the arm prevents it from pivoting excessively, ensuring a stable footing.
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You might consider designing an alternative system that enhances ergonomic functionality or visual appeal. Feel free to innovate!
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<Image src={import('./WhatsApp_Image_2022-03-11_at_16.44.20-17f79e6b489.jpeg')} alt="WhatsApp Image 2022-03-11 at 16.44.20-17f79e6b489.jpeg" />
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<Image src={import('./WhatsApp_Image_2022-03-11_at_16.44.20_1-17f79e6bf6d.jpeg')} alt="WhatsApp Image 2022-03-11 at 16.44.20 (1)-17f79e6bf6d.jpeg" />
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<Image src={import('./WhatsApp_Image_2022-03-11_at_16.44.20_2-17f79e6cb9e.jpeg')} alt="WhatsApp Image 2022-03-11 at 16.44.20 (2)-17f79e6cb9e.jpeg" />
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### Step 5: Watch the video
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Please view the video for a clearer explanation.
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