Homemade Plastic Injection Machine | DIY

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  • After building our DIY homemade CNC milling machine from scratch, we wanted to push our home shop to the limits. We designed, and developed a homebuilt, fully automated plastic injection machine that is desktop size, and fully electric. 3D printing takes hours per part. This machine can make 4 parts every minute.
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  • @ActionBOX
    @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you'd like to help make future projects like this possible please consider supporting them / us by becoming a channel member: th-cam.com/channels/HrFvnP1EEEZHNam_Nk_5rQ.htmljoin/join A big thanks to those who already support the projects!

  • @eric8syj1
    @eric8syj1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    If you upgrade this machine or design a new one, you should consider moving from a piston to a screw to generate the injection pressure. Plastics are shear thinning, meaning that they become less viscous under shear (like in screws). This is caused by the polymer chains becoming less tangled, allowing them to flow more easily. You will be able to inject at a lower temperature and pressure, leading to less polymer degradation and mold wear.
    Thinned polymers will also weld to themselves more readily, so if you move to molds where the flow splits and re-joins itself (like in a ring-shaped mold) the parts where it re-joins will form stronger joints.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I like the point. would that be fast enough though?

    • @NewAgeDIY
      @NewAgeDIY 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, someone just of university has watched this channel and understands what’s going on. Thanks

    • @eric8syj1
      @eric8syj1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ActionBOX Unfortunately, you need a pretty big motor to keep up with that kind of flow rate. I looked up the specs on a run-of-the-mill commercial machine and it has a 7.5 kw motor for a shot size (amount of injected plastic) of 55 grams. For the kind of unit you would be able to build at home, you will have to keep the shot size pretty small.

    • @jaimempm
      @jaimempm ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@eric8syj1 Hi!
      What is the best type of injection moulding machine? With your comment you imply that machines that push the polymer mass with a plunger are not optimal.
      Thank you.

  • @FreeCADAcademy
    @FreeCADAcademy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is probably one of the coolest things I have seen in the last years. Amazing!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank You 😊, I appreciate that.

  • @VacuousCat
    @VacuousCat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    Makes me wonder what differentiate "homemade" and "one-person workshop"

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      hahahah, fair enough. Hope you enjoyed the video regardless. Cheers

    • @Pentross
      @Pentross 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This does feel a tier up from homemade. But while I have a couple ideas how to make it using casual hobbyist hardware, there’s still the injection die issue - and I can’t think of any way to overcome it without a metal-capable CNC

    • @FathinLuqmanTantowi
      @FathinLuqmanTantowi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      sleeping on the workshop helps to make it feels like home,

    • @TheMadMagician87
      @TheMadMagician87 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Pentross Exactly, making the machine is the cheap and easy part in the long run, the cost and difficulty is in the dies and keeping them in good condition.
      Takes nothing away from this effort though, cool setup.

    • @dieselguy62
      @dieselguy62 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Pentross local guy here uses 3d printed mold. And they work fine. He gets a few hundred parts per mold easily

  • @nickp4793
    @nickp4793 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    You guys have a good formula for youtube hits. Short and fun videos, showing the final product in use, and then a quick summary of how it was built. This coming from someone who has probably spent 100 hrs watching TH-cam cnc build videos:)

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      HAHAH, thank you 😂. we really wanted to focus on keeping it short and entertaining in order to help people watch the entire video. we didn't want to make this a 2 hour documentation. Glad you enjoyed.

    • @theekdunn
      @theekdunn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ActionBOX I think the split YT channel thing is a good idea. One for short videos showcasing the final product (with monetization) and one for long builds and details.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@theekdunn I agree 😜

    • @EspenShampoo25
      @EspenShampoo25 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree. This new livestream aproach "everyone" has started with is so booooring. Who has time to follow a 2-10 huor process?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EspenShampoo25 Thanks, much appreciated 😊

  • @demi4865
    @demi4865 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This right here is quality stuff, definitely should consider open sourcing plans/code and making more detailed vids.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Thanks, Thats the plan, I just need more viewers as it is not worth all the efforts for me to clean up the files and make a new more detailed video for such small interest. Feel free to share this video with any groups you know who may be interested. Im glad you enjoyed and thank you for the awesome comment 😃

    • @AWESEM0
      @AWESEM0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@ActionBOX think it works the other way round.. make more detailed Vids with links to the project build and you get more viewers... "DIY perks" now making a killing .. hope you get there these are some high quality projects hope you get to open source them

    • @memphetic
      @memphetic 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ActionBOX To be fair, the people making this will be able to handle that on their own. Publishing things as they are would be an 80-90% start :P

  • @elwin_tjustice45
    @elwin_tjustice45 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cool machine! I am a Controls Engineer and I primarily do controls on rubber injection presses (hydraulic motion control). I would love to see how you guys did the logic on a raspberry pi. I used to run my machines with Rockwell Automation controls (ladder logic), but have since switched to B&R Automation (primarily structured text). Lots of advantages over the former. So many similarities between the two types of injection machines, so I really enjoyed this video! Keep up the awesome work, I am subbed for life now!

  • @mrspeaky6885
    @mrspeaky6885 2 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    How did i only find this youtube channel now?
    great to see somebody use lichuan servos too

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      because I only launched a few days ago 😜. Glad you enjoyed the video, and Lichuan has been great so far. no complaints.

    • @ivangutowski
      @ivangutowski 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same WTF

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ivangutowski hahah, I appreciate that 😊

    • @amwomt7528
      @amwomt7528 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I use them too they are very reliable servos

    • @mrspeaky6885
      @mrspeaky6885 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@amwomt7528 how did sou go about tuning them?

  • @ClockwerkIndustries
    @ClockwerkIndustries 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is awesome! I was looking into getting an injection mold machine for some products I do from laser-cut acrylic. Great job!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool. Co2 laser cutter? A new injection machine video is dropping in 36 hours so make sure to tune in 😊

  • @thetruemorg
    @thetruemorg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Having work for many years in a injection molding plant: you pretty much got a basic entry point perfect. 5 years ago when I was Trying to make a run of about a hundred parts I happen to look at the pricing on the most basic injection molding stuff... I'll just say I sure wish I had a easy do-it-yourself kind of mold machine like the one that you guys created

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Morgan, that means a lot coming from a professional in the industry.

  • @arjumandvillagecooking
    @arjumandvillagecooking 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wonderful work,
    amazing

  • @Karasevichganzaliss
    @Karasevichganzaliss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's perfect project. I've been thinking about it for 2 years. I would appreciate if you share information where did you buy or maybe you mill the screw for injection. Basically I stuck on it.

  • @nunamvseravno
    @nunamvseravno 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Exactly what I need right now! Great project.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad I could help! Hope the video provided some insight for your own build 😃

  • @downardesigns4148
    @downardesigns4148 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this project, very well done. DYI injection molding is something that I am interested in doing in the future but for now 3D printing is working well for making my parts!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the comment. If you need an intermediary way to make parts, say like 100 parts, where 3D printing takes way too long, and plastic injection molding is just an overkill, you can always check out this video th-cam.com/video/uYDA-01Yfow/w-d-xo.html&t

  • @ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360
    @ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is really inspiring Dave, the design looks well thought out. You must have some experience in this whole field. More power to you.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Thank you, I actually only had a hobbyist background when I started building these sort of machines, but as they say, you learn by doing. Thanks for your support, I appreciate it 😊

  • @PedroKolbEmmel
    @PedroKolbEmmel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's exactly what I believe that it should be! great design!!

  • @TonyTheTrain
    @TonyTheTrain 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Holy. Crap. I can't even imagine where to start with this. Fantastic job!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much. Feel free to reach out if you ever need help. I always try to respond. Don’t forget to share with a friend or two 😃. It would help me out.

  • @TheMakerStop
    @TheMakerStop 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is unbelievable! Thanks for sharing and keep it up.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! 😃 Feel free to share this video with anyone you think would be interested.

  • @vinhdau6908
    @vinhdau6908 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This channel is gonna blow. Vinh was here 1/10/22

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha we hope so too! Please share our channel with others you think may be interested 😄 Glad you’re enjoying the content!

  • @Mboy245
    @Mboy245 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I work with a full size plastic injection molding machine. Fascinating to see a homemade desktop version

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's nice to have the support of a professional in the field. If you know of any groups or forums that would be interested in this, feel free to help me out and share. Cheers 😃

    • @Mboy245
      @Mboy245 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ActionBOX Hahaha. I don't think I qualify as a professional. On Semi-Auto I just open a door pull the runner out and the part out (or just the part if the part has a sprue) and close the door. On fully automatic cycles like yours was running, the machine drops everything into the chute and the mold closes. Some of the presses at the factory I work at are absolutely massive. I am not a technician and I am not able to actually work on the machines. Either way. I am thoroughly impressed. Be careful however of the fumes when purging your machine. Our big professionally made machines have warnings about inhaling the fumes of molten plastic. I'd assume that it could be just as dangerous for your little mini-press

    • @Mboy245
      @Mboy245 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ActionBOX Also I shared your video with some of my coworkers. They thought it was pretty neat. Keep up the great work and cheers to you too 😎

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mboy245 Thanks Jonathan. Just being exposed to these machines already makes you an expert 😜. It actually teaches you a lot. Believe it or not, I've never actually seen a real machine in person (up close). Just read lots about the physics at play. The fumes are definitely a point of concern, Great Point.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mboy245 I LOVE THAT. Thanks for sharing and helping my channel grow 😊. I look forward to your comments in my future videos

  • @bikefarmtaiwan1800
    @bikefarmtaiwan1800 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a great video - you guys have a very comprehensive skill set- Python, Arduino, Mach 3 as well as G code and no doubt more that I have not seen yet. Plus machining and design skills as well as a strong inventive flair as well as a healthy budget to buy parts !! Congratulations on an entertaining site ( yet more of the skillset- filming editing posting etc) wish you every success! Inspiring :)

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for the kind words! It’s very encouraging for us to know that our videos are inspiring people out there. Feel free to check out our other machine videos - there are plenty more to come! Also, make sure to subscribe to get notified when we release new videos. Cheers, Alan

  • @GBWM_CNC
    @GBWM_CNC 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks like a fun and clever project. Nice! 😁

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, I appreciate it.

  • @Clark-Mills
    @Clark-Mills 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice work, looks like it can do serious work. Well done!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank You 😃

  • @DCDLaserCNC
    @DCDLaserCNC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is awesome! Great job guys!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching

  • @MattInglot
    @MattInglot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really nicely done! And insanely heavy duty :)

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot! Im glad you liked it 😃. Feel free to help me out and share with one friend or group who would be interested . Cheers,
      Dave

  • @FriendshipLights
    @FriendshipLights 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This machine would help so much to spread love and light. Thank you for this video. Maybe one day an automated system like this would be possible for me to spread joy. Much love (and light) going out to you! 🙏

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! Appreciate your comment 😄

  • @sheepman6291
    @sheepman6291 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you explain how you did the electrical. I'm an EE and would love to know how you figure out you needed 220V.

  • @TheoremofBeethoven
    @TheoremofBeethoven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My favourite YT channel from now

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so glad! 🙌 Feel free to share with anyone you think may also find it interesting!

  • @PY2JV
    @PY2JV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    FANTÁSTICO ! vc nos deu muitas ideias.. DEUS abençoe sua vida!

  • @3dfabrication
    @3dfabrication 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is amazing content. Well done as people don’t realise how much extra work it is to record and edit as well as doing the actual project.
    I would definitely be interested in doing this project, so maybe an idea would be set up a patron page where people like myself can pay for the cad etc. This way it makes it worth your time while you build the channel

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Please teach me more about what you mean by setting up patron. I am new to TH-cam and havnt had time to educate myself about all this stuff yet 😊. Thanks in advance.

    • @3dfabrication
      @3dfabrication 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ActionBOX sorry missed this reply. www.patreon.com

  • @genismorenosoldevila1869
    @genismorenosoldevila1869 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Subbed! Very professional machines right here. Can't wait to see more detailed building procces videos... With this type of content and quality of machines an videos this chanel will grow up by itself. Keep it up mate!!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the sub and the nice comment. I will be releasing more content soon.

  • @burningdieselproduction5498
    @burningdieselproduction5498 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Interesting build! I'm so glad that YT algorithm brought you guys up as the content is well worth watching for DIY and RnD public. Can't wait to watch the rest of your content as time permits.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome, thank you! This means a lot to me. Please help me out and share the video with others who may be interested 😃

  • @nigtwingrobin5356
    @nigtwingrobin5356 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Can you please make longer in-depth videos explaining everything that your doing and the parts that you are using especially for the cnc router and mill. Also love your videos.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      It takes a long time to do so, but if I get a great interest (aka over 100k views) then I will make an in-depth video, and also provide my CAD designs and Bill of Materials, and all my suppliers for each part. Feel free to share my videos with anyone who is interested if you liked them 😃. Cheers

    • @maxwellconniff1189
      @maxwellconniff1189 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ActionBOX Thank you. Totally understandable to not share build of materials and CAD designs up yet. But i'd bet money your channel will explode. And when it does please do share your designs...Personally I find it brazen that "Stuff Made Here" Get's millions of views on a video, accepts patreon, and doesnt't share code or CAD files even with patrons. It's triple dipping at that point.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@maxwellconniff1189 Ill try to be different. I promise 😊. Help me out and share this video if you can think of anywhere to post it that would interest people. Thanks in advance 😊

    • @stevebabiak6997
      @stevebabiak6997 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ActionBOX - over 90K views now as I write this; should hit that 100K mark soon. Before August 10, 2021 is a very conservative date; very likely to be sooner than that.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stevebabiak6997 Thanks for your support

  • @ivanmartino1381
    @ivanmartino1381 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The only thing that bothers me about this is how you skim over all the crazy amount of work that you did and how much knowledge it takes to do this.
    Absolutely amazing!!! I think it's crazy you are able to do that and I'm sure you'll make even cooler things!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a bunch 🙏. There is something big coming in the future, but I am working on smaller side projects in the meanwhile to keep our channel alive. Cheers, Dave

    • @BronzeFilter
      @BronzeFilter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I couldn't agree with toy more.lots of knowledge to have done this

    • @rickyschadel1333
      @rickyschadel1333 ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah its hilarious to ask for donations from us over a short teaser video that doesnt really show us anything

  • @an_R_key
    @an_R_key 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    epic build, gents!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. 🙏

  • @yagorodriguezgonzalez4272
    @yagorodriguezgonzalez4272 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Injekto 2.0 can be used to inject plastic into a mini soldier figure (with high details and thin parts) 3d printed mold?

  • @Signmonkey
    @Signmonkey 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your guys are Great!, Love your ideas and enthusiasm

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much!

  • @JanBinnendijk
    @JanBinnendijk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Next step: Build a CNC Laser or plasma cutter to churn out some sheet steel parts for an enclosure, then build a brakepress to fold all the sheet parts, and build an enclosure.. this machine deserves a nice enclosure!..

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahahhaha, very true, I have thought about it 😜. Lots of machines left to build

    • @JanBinnendijk
      @JanBinnendijk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ActionBOX ah.. well.. same here.. i built my own CNC mill (4 axis.. 5th axis yet to build), i converted an EMCO Compact 5 CNC to EdingCNC, i still have to really finish it, and put it in an enclosure, I have a Wire EDM, and a Sinker EDM that also need some TLC, and an EMCOturn 120 lathe that i also want to convert to EdingCNC, and add some features like automatic chuck, barfeeder and parts catcher..

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JanBinnendijk sounds like its time to start working then 😂. Very cool.

  • @matiasgoinheix366
    @matiasgoinheix366 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Man, this is great. Do you have an estimate of the costs of the parts for this setup?
    Instant sub.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thank you very much! I will be posting a second video detailing all the specifications. In the meanwhile, feel free to help me out and share with one friend or group who would be interested 😃

    • @blackwater7183
      @blackwater7183 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Most likely a couple of grand.

  • @markzarzour5862
    @markzarzour5862 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Great job !

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Cheers!

  • @michaelguzzi1
    @michaelguzzi1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just found your channel. Instant subscribe from this tool and die maker! Keep up the great work!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, It is always nice to have a professional back up your hobbyist work. I hope you were able to enjoy the video despite your extensive experience 😃. Feel free to share with others who may be interested in this, it would help me out 😊.

  • @pakitopakito
    @pakitopakito 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Instant sub. Gorgeous work! Keep on working and sharing! Thanks

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the sub! I will definitely continue to share what I am working on. Cheers 😃

  • @first-thoughtgiver-of-will2456
    @first-thoughtgiver-of-will2456 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is awesome! I wonder if you ran some 40x80 aluminum water cooling blocks across the mold if they would have a better yield?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I will have to try. Great recommendation 😊

  • @DonQuichotteLiberia
    @DonQuichotteLiberia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Holy shit, you guys are incredibly productive, skilled and industrious! Excellent explanations, too. True heroes, thanks for the videos.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem, and Thank You 😊. We appreciate it,
      Dave

  • @fragged8
    @fragged8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A guy called Butler used to make desktop injection machines 40 years ago,I met him when I was working in plastics , bravo for your efforts though.

  • @serge.crispino418
    @serge.crispino418 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent work !

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Much appreciated 😊

  • @user-yh4bt7jr1x
    @user-yh4bt7jr1x 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing work! The small fixed screw arbor can be used to inject big weight plastic part. Can you make a short video to explain how the elbow is designed? Thank you

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes I will eventually, and Thank you very much for the compliment! f]Feel free to help me out and share with one friend or group who would be interested 😃

  • @Innovativewayss
    @Innovativewayss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    More than appreciation 👍👏

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video :)

  • @ahmedabdelmoez758
    @ahmedabdelmoez758 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brother, you are a genius engineer
    Thank you for this valuable information
    Go ahead and produce more

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much, I appreciate it 😃. Do me a favour and share my video with some people to help my channel grow 😊. Cheers, Dave

    • @ahmedabdelmoez758
      @ahmedabdelmoez758 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ActionBOX
      نعم
      سوف افعل بإذن الله تعالى

  • @emin86
    @emin86 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Does this machine have an additional compression routine after injection? Nice build, I always dream of having an injection machine at home for some car parts. Build it for myself and like minded people all over the world.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      At the end of the injection cycle the machine will hold the pressure, although now that you mention it, I could benefit from adding to the code a step in which the motors inject just a tiny bit more (say 2% of total injection size) to really drive up the pressure. Cheers, Dave

  • @En3rGyFaNforEv3r
    @En3rGyFaNforEv3r 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i can already see the 10 million Sub special, you guys are insane!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😁, Thank You my friend !

  • @dave20874
    @dave20874 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing! Nice job.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot!

  • @loopie007
    @loopie007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Many years ago I used to do some support for these types of machines. The companies specialty of CD cases. As you are attempting to have an automated system, you need to control the temperature of the molds. We had heater coils on the molds to get them up to temp so the plastic would flow. After running them a while the mold gets too hot and the molded piece will not eject, it will just tear. We had water lines cut in the mold that circulated. We monitored the temp of the mold to tell if we needed to heat the mold or cool the water. I know it may be beyond the scope of your build, but next time!! :-)

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great advice, thank you

  • @youtubasoarus
    @youtubasoarus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing!

  • @DEtchells
    @DEtchells 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow, awesome! Would love to see vids on some of the engineering, component parts, software, etc. (You guys could probably do a year’s worth of videos, just in this one machine! :-) 👍👍👍

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank You 😊. I didn't think it would get so much interest when I posted so I didn't bother with all the details, but clearly I was wrong. I will get back to it at some point and upload what everyone is asking for .

    • @Corianas_
      @Corianas_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ActionBOX *Please.* I know a local makerspace that would *LOVE* this.

  • @wjjbr
    @wjjbr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pretty cool

  • @impaqtfx4526
    @impaqtfx4526 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice! Great use of technology. Will be looking for a company that can create small gears in volume after the prototype is complete.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That would be cool!

  • @NatureVapeReviews
    @NatureVapeReviews 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am just blown away by the brilliance of your work and have also subbed. Take a bow sir

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome aboard! Thank you for your support and compliment. Do you have any plans to build a similar machine?

    • @NatureVapeReviews
      @NatureVapeReviews 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ActionBOX I wish I could but I really don't have the skills. I had a project of mine injection moulded in China but would have liked to have done it myself. I also have another project in my head which was how I stumbled on your channel.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NatureVapeReviews Keep watching TH-cam videos and you will learn 😉. TH-cam seems to be a great substitute for other means of learning these days. I know you can get there if you want to. I did

  • @davemack2706
    @davemack2706 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How did you find the neccisary force to inject? I can find clamping tonnage requirements everywhere but nothing for injection.

  • @elden4267
    @elden4267 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i am working as a operator at a using of injection and this look amazing and same to do the jobs, nice work (maybe make a water cool mold)

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s an awesome suggestion. We will look into that for sure. Cheers.

  • @sanches2
    @sanches2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mate, i don't need build plans or anything - i can make a design of my own, but the thing you give away in massive quantities is motivation and inspiration to get of my lazy a$s and make something! Thank you! All your builds are great! I wish you all the success and more

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you , I really appreciate this comment 😃. I hope you enjoy the rest of the videos I come up with .

  • @andrewbeaton3302
    @andrewbeaton3302 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Genius! Wow. Bravo!
    Total cost? Anyway to go bigger cheaply?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes this can go bigger cheaply, but would then begin to require 3 phase power which most people don't have at home. If this is for a shop then its definitely possible.

  • @CosminyasAlhumbrus
    @CosminyasAlhumbrus 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a great project. How did you machine the base plate?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I used my diy cnc machine. I’ll make a second video going into every detail in the future hopefully that will help. Cheers.

  • @jesper2165
    @jesper2165 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi guys i am really impressed with this machine and would like to build one for my self would you consider
    sharing the build plans for it

  • @abhijitrashinkar
    @abhijitrashinkar 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One word, wonderful machine.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you 😊

  • @amorton94
    @amorton94 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is super cool. Any chance you could go over the BOM and costs associated with all of your builds? I'm interested in everything you've done so far. I'm sure this channel is going to blow up in no time!

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you 😊

    • @rickyschadel1333
      @rickyschadel1333 ปีที่แล้ว

      this guys wants donations but wont even bother to make an actual build video. what a joke

  • @mxcollin95
    @mxcollin95 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job. 👍

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Collin! Glad you enjoyed watching 😃

  • @albundy3974
    @albundy3974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG, this is awesome, keep up with good work. Subscribed :)

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you my friend for an amazing comment, and thank you for subscribing. Don't forget to share 😉.

  • @MakenModify
    @MakenModify 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    pretty awesome, other channels would have filled at least 2 full years with your first 4 videos 😅 Really great content, sub ;)

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, that gives me confidence 😊. I am very new to TH-cam, so these comments are definitely motivating. Cheers

  • @spamspasm8183
    @spamspasm8183 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Why has it taken TH-cam this long to recommend this channel to me? What a travesty. Subbed.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great question 😜. Not sure why, but I hope as my channel grows it will be recommended to more of the right people. Thank you for your support 😊. Feel free to help me out and share this video on a forum you know where others may be interested in my content. Cheers.

  • @senorimotor
    @senorimotor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sweet!

  • @coulterjb22
    @coulterjb22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job! What did it end up costing to build (ignoring labor/time)??

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi, great question, I don’t have an exact answer right now, but when I go over the build in a subsequent video I will add all this information for you. Cheers, Dave

  • @benjaminzook2840
    @benjaminzook2840 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm serious about building one of these machines, do you have plans and software available? Also love what you guys are doing, keep up the fantastic work

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the awesome compliment. We hope to make all this information available in our next iteration of this machine. Cheers, Dave

  • @mubasharmunir4951
    @mubasharmunir4951 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great invention bro I love it from pakistan

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! Really appreciate it 😄

  • @DegustoDelSol
    @DegustoDelSol 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What were the deformations in some finished products? Its where the plastic enters the mould or was it from pushing or dropping down?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The injection site for that mould was on the outside of the part. Cheers

  • @smithe53
    @smithe53 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did you film any of the design, fabrication, coding, or assembly phases? Would be a great series to watch if you did.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ill make sure to add that in the future video. Cheers

  • @FelipeHoenen
    @FelipeHoenen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Your content is fascinating, yet the main premise of the interest that brings people here and causes the views is we wanna learn how to build such machines. I really hope you keep producing these videos in a more detalied fashion
    Also, for improvement ideas, what causes the problems in some of the plastic parts lined up at the end? It looks like something pushed into the plastic

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey, I appreciate this comment. This machine was the first I posted on TH-cam, so I wasn’t familiar with the process of filming. If you check out my latest EDM sinker and EDM machines, I hope you would find far more details as per your request, plus better production quality. Cheers, Dave

    • @philsarcade
      @philsarcade 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was wondering about the final parts as well. Only the ones closet to the camera looked to be a really good part. I take it you guys know the issue, would be interested in hearing what was the issue.

    • @reaperfarms382
      @reaperfarms382 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@philsarcade the spot on those molded parts looks like the outlet for excess plastic, when the mold is filled there should be a little extra squeezing out that you will trim off after the part cools.

  • @rimbang_
    @rimbang_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Underrated youtube channel

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, but also just starting out 5 weeks ago 😜 . Feel free to help me out and share with some friends. I would appreciate it 😊

  • @unitedcolorsofmydick
    @unitedcolorsofmydick 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice work. Is it necessary to cool down the mold by circulating a coolant?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great question. In real machines they have coolant to maintain a certain temperature (I assume they also have heaters). I found that in this machine using an air fan is sufficient to maintain the appropriate temperature. Hope that helps and glad you enjoyed the video. hope you can help me out and share my video 😃

  • @henmich
    @henmich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    badass... you took a leap of faith to buy all of that on a maybe... my hat's off to you.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats true 😂, although, with enough thought anything can work out. Im glad you liked the video 😃. Don't forget to share with at least one friend, it would help me out

  • @toshiba162
    @toshiba162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi, great project!!
    How does the plastic stay in the injection chamber while it is being filled by the screw? Does it not come out of the injection chamber nozzle as the plunger retracts? Is there some kind of "closing valve" to prevent the plastic from flowing out the chamber while it is being filled?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, Great question, there is a nozzle pressure valve, which is essentially a steel ball that is spring loaded. It only opens with sufficient pressure, such as that during injection. Otherwise, it seems against the steel body, so there is probably a theoretical leak, but it doe not affect function. Cheers

    • @toshiba162
      @toshiba162 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ActionBOX Thx, fantastic work.
      Any way we can download the CAD files for your machinery? Or maybe, do you have some kind of pdf with more details.?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@toshiba162 I hope to make them all available soon enough

    • @toshiba162
      @toshiba162 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ActionBOX Got it. One last thing, what are the clamping force and injection pressure in this system? Seems to me that industrial machines are always oversized in terms of clamping forces. The one you build probably doesnt exceed 5 tons right?

  • @UnwrappingByMimiKoteng
    @UnwrappingByMimiKoteng 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video 😃

  • @Muhammet_Akkan
    @Muhammet_Akkan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great work.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Cheers!

  • @jamiewilliams6763
    @jamiewilliams6763 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a really awesome DIY build! I can't help but wonder what was used for the check valve. That seems difficult to find the correct part

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Jamie 😊, this is a custom built valve, my own design which is somewhat unique. I’ll try to make a follow up video in more details on how to build this machine. Glad you enjoyed 😃. Cheers, Dave

  • @runmycode4940
    @runmycode4940 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice. Good job

  • @regpugh9021
    @regpugh9021 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi great machine, are drawings of files available for the components etc, Reg UK

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Designs and parts list will all be available in a future video which will be more detailed. Cheers, Dave

  • @Runmarobot-Candace
    @Runmarobot-Candace 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow good!

  • @jasondavies8301
    @jasondavies8301 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is just incredible, imagine being that intelligent

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Jason 😊 I appreciate hearing that.
      Dave

  • @santoshponnu4142
    @santoshponnu4142 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One best video n build great going

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you like it. Any plans of building your own?

  • @evgenigeorgiev1241
    @evgenigeorgiev1241 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great build, just one question: is your machine so large because of the material volumes you are planning to work with?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s large to accommodate the very high stresses that are allied onto it.

  • @BR50Kab
    @BR50Kab 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice setup! On the mill you mentioned a budget of 10k to build. What was the budget for the Injection machine?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I spent lots of money on R&D on this machine. I will be releasing a second video that is far more details, and I will compute the total cost for that video. I hope you enjoyed the video regardless. Feel free to share if you can think of anyone who would be interested 😃

    • @makerbiz
      @makerbiz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ActionBOX looking forward to more detail build video! Also feel free to share plans ;)

  • @shaunschweg
    @shaunschweg 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi! Fantastic video and awesome work building a great machine. Could you release a parts list and some more detail to how the system works/code etc?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      We plan on doing that later this year. I’m glad you are interested. Cheers, Dave

  • @FailureIsOptional
    @FailureIsOptional 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is AWESOME!! Will it be open source? Any resources you are willing to share?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yes, soon

    • @cricketgreen6284
      @cricketgreen6284 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I look forward to sharing this with some of the plastic injection folks that I know they are absolutely going to flip out! We really hope you guys do well and God bless for sharing your videos.

  • @salamonsalamon4881
    @salamonsalamon4881 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing! Nice job :)

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! 😄

  • @atestrafaa8953
    @atestrafaa8953 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man those ball screws are MONSTERS :D BTW: should they sound like that? It's pretty crunchy.

  • @seanw1550
    @seanw1550 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey guys. You never mentioned how the 3D printed mold worked out for you. Did you get any prints out of it? Which resin did you use to print the mold? Great machine! Love it.
    What size are those plunger motors? They're huge! Looks like a couple of Nema42 for a combined 44Nm. Is that right?

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      We actually didn’t get around to trying them and haven’t yet. We have recently released a new plastic injection machine video, and in that series we will give the 3D printed molds a go. The motors are 2.2kW each so they are indeed great for the job. Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed the video 😊

  • @manishchauhan5586
    @manishchauhan5586 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What hardware and software you used to to make cnc
    I also want to build with touch screen like you and auto adjust distance of injection and molds

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi, we wrote our own software for this machine. Cheers.

    • @manishchauhan5586
      @manishchauhan5586 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ActionBOX tell me hardware what you used and sensor and components list

  • @CodingEntrepreneurs
    @CodingEntrepreneurs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    This is amazing. I’d love to collab anytime you would. Certainly a type of machine I’d like to help contribute to bring to open source.
    Keep up the great work. Subs will come in time.

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I would love to collaborate. Let’s get in touch and discuss the details. Cheers.

    • @maibster
      @maibster 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@ActionBOX great things are about to happen

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@maibster Thanks but he never responded 😔. hahaha

    • @maibster
      @maibster 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ActionBOX give it some time hes a busy guy^^ I believe

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@maibster Alright 😉

  • @user-dp9vw4tc5l
    @user-dp9vw4tc5l ปีที่แล้ว

    Are those motors closed loop?
    if not, how do you prevent overloading of stepper motor?

  • @djjudd566
    @djjudd566 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    DIY Autoclave next 😁

    • @ActionBOX
      @ActionBOX  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      one day 😉