I was looking at vacuum formers so TH-cam slipped me this video amidst some others I was actually searching for. And this is my favorite build so far! So dead simple. I love it when builds make a point to show how you can make it with household items and basic tools. Subbed!
Why on earth are there SOOO many keyboard warriors / trolls on here? Anyone would think the ideas posted on here were licensed under copyright. If they were, we would have to pay to watch them... Anyway... Who cares who, why, how, this was one of the top hits in my search and it ticks the boxes. BrainfooTV it was good enough for me fella!
Excellent video, really clear and well presented! The only thing I would change is maybe use mdf pegboard rather than drilling the holes, but otherwise it looks brilliant.
Thanks man. Nice to see you here 👍 I'll be using this former to build something really crazy. I just wanted you guys to know how it's made and used so we can move forward with cool projects together.
Curious to know if the power rating of the vacuum matters when making a vacuum former or so long a vacuum seal is created when the heated plastic sheet is applied on the form is good enough?
I'd like the simple and cheap way you realized this vacuum former. Wich kind of plastic sheet did you use and how thick was the plastic sheet? Thanks allot for you inspiration :D
Hi there I'm definitely going to try and make this. I couldn't see the name of the plastic used though so could you let me know. Many thanks for making a complicated process nice and easy
Great Video! Who wants to discuss the desired most efficient "depth" of the suck box to get the best Vacuum action going? On the small 12" x 12" inch vacuum form table I'm attempting to build, I already want to place the vacuum hose straight down under the table like a kitchen sink. Don't mind placing the vacuum form box up on stands or even wheels. My shop Vac (I plan 2 use with the vac-u-form) is a 1989 Genie 1.5 (horsepower?) 2" inch hose outlet model that still works fine.
The best plastic I used were HIPS (most forgiving for beginners) : www.ebay.co.uk/itm/High-Impact-Polystyrene-Plastic-Sheets-Vacuum-Forming-1mm-x-457mm-x-305mm-PK10-/121444123655?var=&hash=item1c46a24407:m:mnyYUaQemdzvfA2qKhZI9iA A bit pricey, but got the best results by far. Once you get good, I'm sure you could use cheap ones easily
Yep! Wanted to know the same thing! If its 2:30am and your FX Prop is due at 8:00am, I would try a Heat Gun (not a blow dryer) if I was makin' somethin like a Zorro Mask. Would even use my Mannequin's head as a "buck" after I applied some Aluminum Foil on the mannequin to help protect it from the heat. Hey! I think I did this already and just gave away a hidden gem fx shop secret! Oops! #DesignerTJP
I was looking at vacuum formers so TH-cam slipped me this video amidst some others I was actually searching for. And this is my favorite build so far! So dead simple. I love it when builds make a point to show how you can make it with household items and basic tools. Subbed!
No bullshit materials, screws or gadgets, straight to the point. Love it 👍
wow, that's awesome and much cheaper than commercial vacuum formers. Thanks for the video.
Glad you like it 👌
BrainfooTV don't have materials
use empty milk bottles
I'm gonna try to build that right now thanks for the idea 👍🏻
Top man, it's great fun 👌
BrainfooTV the new king
That's a brilliant little former. So simple, yet very effective. Love it!
This is the best video seen to build a vacuum former to thermoform PETG: nice, simple and efficient design! Thank You 🙌
Why on earth are there SOOO many keyboard warriors / trolls on here? Anyone would think the ideas posted on here were licensed under copyright. If they were, we would have to pay to watch them... Anyway... Who cares who, why, how, this was one of the top hits in my search and it ticks the boxes. BrainfooTV it was good enough for me fella!
Back to another one of these awesome and creative video from my man
Thanks for a clear succinct tutorial.👍🏼
It actually works. Try it, it works!!!!! Good job man! You just earned a new sub!! Keep up the great work!!
Excellent video, really clear and well presented! The only thing I would change is maybe use mdf pegboard rather than drilling the holes, but otherwise it looks brilliant.
brilliant piece of work
Super simple y funcional excelente trabajo amigo.
Thanks for this. Very useful. Peace
This is awesome! I'm going to have to make one of these for a project I'm trying to accomplish. I think this will do the job. Thank you!
Back at it again with another excellent video so cool 😎
Thanks man. Nice to see you here 👍 I'll be using this former to build something really crazy. I just wanted you guys to know how it's made and used so we can move forward with cool projects together.
BrainfooTV I can't wait, you still don't cease to impress me ❤☺
BrainfooTV so cool and easy to make
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what is the plastic did you use? how thick?
id use a polycarbonate sheet you can find them for a decent bit cheap
ESPECTACULAR!... I will do it right now... or early in the morning, i dont want distrub neighbors with noises.
Rough sanding the top surface sounds like a great idea. It probably provides paths, at least until the holes get sealed.
Bloody brilliant. Will be making one very soon.
This is one of the best ones I’ve seen in terms of cost efficiency. Where do people traditionally buy the plastic for the molds? Online?
Amazon XD
In the US, there is a plastic supplier called TAP Plastic. They have walk-in stores all over the place. You can also go online and do a search.
So when you're not fixings roofs. You are vacuum forming. I'd recognise your voice anywhere. 🤣🤣
great video but if youre using your oven ,shouldnt you not use it for food as well?
That's what i was thinking
You should be able to use a heatgun as well
:)
Either I missed it or you didn't mention is, where did you get your plastic? I'm looking for clear PETE (in Europe).
I don't see the link either.
indeed would be nice if he told where he got the clear plastic
Can you still use the oven for food after putting the plastic in there?
By far the best video that o have seen
Autocorrect rekt my comment I meant to say by far the best video
Ha ha, thanks
Yeah I dig your version ... Handy indeed
Muito bom obrigado pela ideia. Parabéns pela criatividade
Thanks brother ♥️
What temperature do you heat the plastic at?
i will make this over the weekend
loved it thank you for the go by go thumbs up 👍
great building vid. I might make one myself! Can't wait to see what you make with it.
Thanks man. Sometimes you have to build, to destroy :-) Don't forget to check out that email I sent you Schel and let me know what you think.
I'm totally onboard! I must have missed that last mail sorry!
which material(sheet) used for making those...
Well done a brilliant video can't wait to try it tomorrow :D
This is fantastic
Im going to make this Thank you so much!
I must try this idea great thinking brainfootv
Hi Callum, nice to see you bud 👌
Great Video
Where do you get the plastic sheets and what type
Thanks Love u for ur brilient work
Awesome video great work 👍🏻
Thanks
Brasil!!!!!!
Curious to know if the power rating of the vacuum matters when making a vacuum former or so long a vacuum seal is created when the heated plastic sheet is applied on the form is good enough?
Great! can you share what plastic is it, where to buy it? thank you
Brilliant mate. Did I do that right, American over here.
Does clear PETG turn white when over heated?
What power (HP) are you using for the vacuum process?
This is so awesome!
Awesome video I plan on making one my self ,, measurements would be great
Sorry I have no measurements to hand, I'd recommend basing the whole thing around A4 size
Hi! Where do you buy the plastic sheet?
Great video
Hello. Thank you for explanation. PS what diameter are the holes? Cheers
i wonder if this will pull down kydex or does it just work on thin plastic?
Can i use any transparent sheet or is there any specified clear sheet for this purpose. Plz help me out?
your the best brainfoo !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Can I use it for resin?
Should be OK, yes
your vids are so dope! good job man! can you make more miniature weapons?!
Yes, I will be making more mini weapons. I just like to vary my stuff, it keeps me interested
can i have a free one?
thats awsome
Nice vid.
Can it be use for silicone rubber mold?
Hola sirve para utilizar plasticos mas gruesos y pvc? Saludos desde buenos aires argentina
love this make more fun and innovative things
It's just a stepping stone to more stuff ;-)
Can you use a peg board for the vacuum bed
What tool would you suggest for cutting and filing the molds ? Regards Gibby
What if I don't have an oven, would a heat gun work too?
Can I vacuum form a sheet of latex/vinyl fabric?
What plastic do you use for this? Can it be any ?
I can't find the link for the plastic, could you point me in the direction?
Could make make a mold using this out of something modeled with monster clay?
Dont see why not
BrainfooTV Because te clay soften with heat and maybe would deform
The plastic doesn't stay warm for very long (a few seconds max).
Dude ur channel is doing great I remember when I subscribe ur where at 76k subs
Thanks for the support man, really appreciated
when ur channel is this great it's no problem
It's the support from guys like you that build the channel and improve my videos, it would be really hard without your help.
can u try blowtorch vs caps shield?
BrainfooTV it might not work though since it's fiberglass
Omg I can not believe that he made that
Omg
thank you for the instructions. What kind of foil do you use?
Alexa1850 it’s not foil it’s plastic but I’m wondering the same. He didn’t even say what it’s called or where you can buy it.
happy cinco de may- oops wrong channel
(noice video dough)
AGENTS OF SHIELD DAMMIT!
Where can you buy the plastic sheets for this?
could you use a peg board with holes already drilled in it instead of drilling all those holes in a sheet of plywood?
Buenas noches como se llama el material que utiliza transparente que queda moldeado y que temperatura soporta
Hi! Can I use PET instead of PETG?
What is the size limit you can take this to? I'd be interested in something that was about 600mm x 900mm. Is that feasible?
Thank you so much!
I'd like the simple and cheap way you realized this vacuum former. Wich kind of plastic sheet did you use and how thick was the plastic sheet? Thanks allot for you inspiration :D
I have a link in the description bar and at the end of the video that takes you to the website
Thank you so much for your quick response. Now I found the right link using your hint :D
genial idea
how many gallons is your vacuum cleaner?
very cool i liked the old Nokia mold very awsome i have been subscribed since you had 10k subscribers pls reply
Thanks bro. I know you have, I remember your user name 👌
What is the exact name and thickness of this transparent plastic sheet?
Hola donde puedo encontrar todos los planos y medidas?
What kind of clips did you use?
That's great, but I'm lazy so I bought one on Amazon with a built-in vacuum pump. It's easy to use
Where is the link to the plastic??? What type of plastic do we have to use?
Is he using his domestic oven? (Not another one he uses for only plastic )
will this work with kydex?
Hi there I'm definitely going to try and make this. I couldn't see the name of the plastic used though so could you let me know. Many thanks for making a complicated process nice and easy
Sorry found it now!!
Jenny where did you get the clear plastic?
@@brot5246 Hiya, I think I got it from Amazon but I can't remember as it was a couple of years ago!
Where do we buy the plastic sheets
Gıdaya uygun plastiği nasıl bulurum?
Great Video! Who wants to discuss the desired most efficient "depth" of the suck box to get the best Vacuum action going? On the small 12" x 12" inch vacuum form table I'm attempting to build, I already want to place the vacuum hose straight down under the table like a kitchen sink. Don't mind placing the vacuum form box up on stands or even wheels. My shop Vac (I plan 2 use with the vac-u-form) is a 1989 Genie 1.5 (horsepower?) 2" inch hose outlet model that still works fine.
Hello brainfoo, what type of plastic sheets do you use? ( or what plastic usually people call it) thanks man!
The best plastic I used were HIPS (most forgiving for beginners) : www.ebay.co.uk/itm/High-Impact-Polystyrene-Plastic-Sheets-Vacuum-Forming-1mm-x-457mm-x-305mm-PK10-/121444123655?var=&hash=item1c46a24407:m:mnyYUaQemdzvfA2qKhZI9iA
A bit pricey, but got the best results by far. Once you get good, I'm sure you could use cheap ones easily
and may i know what material is the cheap one? im trying to buy both so i can compare the result :)
Your good
I'm not sure if it's safe to pour hot food in the plastic mold
Why use caulking when you can use wood glue as a much stronger bond between the wood pieces?
Because a silicone or caulking is nearly as strong but seals all holes / gaps 100% airtight, even if your wood is not perfectly smooth
What's this plástic name?
What is the diameter of the holes?
Could you use a heat gun to melt the plastic instead of the Oven
Has anyone tried this?
Only for very small surface areas
Yep! Wanted to know the same thing! If its 2:30am and your FX Prop is due at 8:00am, I would try a Heat Gun (not a blow dryer) if I was makin' somethin like a Zorro Mask. Would even use my Mannequin's head as a "buck" after I applied some Aluminum Foil on the mannequin to help protect it from the heat. Hey! I think I did this already and just gave away a hidden gem fx shop secret! Oops! #DesignerTJP