Heat Shield for Injection and Extrusion Machines
EXTRUSION
INJECTION
Enhance Safety and Appearance of Injection and Extrusion Machines
Learn how to improve both the safety features and visual appeal of your injection and extrusion machines. This guide provides practical steps to ensure your equipment is both secure and visually appealing.
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The YouTube video provides clarity on machine measurements, which can vary; these are not specified here.
We utilized 4-inch (10 cm) round stainless steel tubing. Square tubing is also suitable, provided it is long enough to encase the heater bands and insulation without direct contact.
We used 16 feet (5 meters) of muffler insulation.
The tubing was secured with M6 bolts, threading into the tubing. Alternative bolt sizes or machine screws are also acceptable.
Hardware
- 4-inch (10 cm) round/square stainless steel tubing
- 16 feet (5 meters) muffler insulation
- M6 bolts or machine screws
Tools
- Drilling tools (for threading)
- Wrench set (for fastening bolts)
Software
- Not specified in the tutorial
References
References
Articles
- Fundamentals of Plasticizing Screw Extrusion - Addcomposite [1]
- Plastics Extrusion Presses - WorkSafe [3]
- ~~Extrusion Basics: Safe at Home, and at Work - Plastics Today~~ [5]
- What Safety Measures Are Needed in Injection Molding - LA-Plastic [7]
- SPI Revises Extrusion, Injection Molding Automation Safety Standards - Plastics Technology [9]
- ~~Hazards and Safety in Injection Molding~~ [10]
- ~~Module II – Fundamentals of Extrusion Moulding (PDF)~~ [11]
- Essential Injection Molding Safety Standards - RJG, Inc. [16]
Papers
- Open-Source 3-D Printable Autoinjector (PMC) [12]
- ~~Open-Source Autoinjector Design (PLOS ONE)~~ [13]
- Open-Source Bioink and Food Melt Extrusion 3D Printer - JoVE [14]
Open-Source Designs
- Open Industry Project Simulation Software [2]
- Ystruder: Open-Source Multifunction Extruder - 3DPrint.com [15]