Ingenious way to repair broken plastics with plastic welding method

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  • In today’s DIY video i show you an ingenious way to repair and fix broken plastic using a soldering iron to weld the plastic together. With this plastic welding method it is a much more effective and durable than repairing using super glue and baking soda.
    Hope you enjoy this video of how to repair broken or cracked plastic items or tools around the house.See you in the next 5 minutes crafts video!
    Inventor 101
    #diy #plastic #tips #welding
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  • @super_straight
    @super_straight ปีที่แล้ว +193

    But, remember, kids, plastic is highly toxic! Make sure the area you are working in is well ventilated. 😊

    • @diantem8235
      @diantem8235 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      THANK YOU. I was watching the fumes thinking about how well metal welding is supposed to be ventilated with the same concerns.

    • @smoothbraindetainer
      @smoothbraindetainer 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Depends on the plastic

    • @msralmjs
      @msralmjs 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I notice you use a liver (metal?) tape on the underside. Is that necessary or could you use other tapes?

    • @fabiostanila6448
      @fabiostanila6448 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Me breathing solder and plastic fumes😊

    • @Velkin999
      @Velkin999 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Don't threaten me with a good time.

  • @loriearii474
    @loriearii474 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I just bought a soldering iron to put holes in plastic plant pots. I saw your video and realized I have a new cracked toolbox and a few other things I can fix now! I hate throwing stuff away if it can be fixed! Thanks for this!

  • @LadderMover
    @LadderMover ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I have used scrap plastic strips to “weld” broken items before, it works well, but adding the metal wire or staples seems like a great improvement. I’ll definitely try it for repairing glasses, the stems are so small that it’s hard to get enough plastic alone to make a strong repair that also looks good.

    • @spreadingpeace7800
      @spreadingpeace7800 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      commercial repairs guys using metal for ages.

  • @systembve
    @systembve 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks. Repaired my chain guard instead of buying a new one. Saved €25 but more importantly: No unnecessary use of raw materials and also a satisfied feeling of being able to repair stuff!

  • @TrustMeIKnowThings
    @TrustMeIKnowThings 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    It would be helpful to us novices if the materials used were listed. Like what type of tape is that? What did you remove the middle of the wire from? What kind of metal mesh is that? What did you put back in place of the plastic piece that you cut out?

    • @evok2691
      @evok2691 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Aluminum flashing tape and I’m pretty sure that’s straight up just a cheap aluminum wire coil from the Walmarts arts and crafts section.

  • @commodorecheetah8874
    @commodorecheetah8874 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Interesting tip's to remember, also remember your gas mask as well. 😷

    • @subs4794
      @subs4794 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Too late... RIP

  • @leocampo2755
    @leocampo2755 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great job Inventor101,you're an real genius👍😉👌
    Grettings from Argentina👋🇦🇷

  • @kspree9649
    @kspree9649 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You should win the soldering Medal of Honor 🎖️

  • @creationholic101
    @creationholic101 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm always looking for ways to be more eco-friendly, and your video came at the perfect time. The tips you shared are practical and sustainable. Kudos to you!

  • @Kindley601
    @Kindley601 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So smart!

  • @lissakaye610
    @lissakaye610 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I can smell this video 😂

    • @subs4794
      @subs4794 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Smell that cancer 💀

  • @twinwankel
    @twinwankel ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love your plastic welding videos. Creative and very satisfying.

  • @ramavijaya148
    @ramavijaya148 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great idea. &Simple . We can always do this

  • @Peter_Monti
    @Peter_Monti ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Perfect 👌

  • @gunasirirathnayaka6145
    @gunasirirathnayaka6145 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love frome sri lanka

  • @DunrominFarms
    @DunrominFarms ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Beautiful! Thank you.

  • @jesusdanielusme4423
    @jesusdanielusme4423 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Super genial gracias por tu excelente enseñanza

  • @macky1544
    @macky1544 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this , thanxs

  • @Mattsharona
    @Mattsharona ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic!!!

  • @keithflying1
    @keithflying1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent vidio thanks for the solution to a problem i had 👍

  • @rinzler9775
    @rinzler9775 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is genious in many ways.

  • @Umby73you
    @Umby73you 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job 😅 I have a question: I have a Chair made in polypropylene (PP) and it’s broken in a structural part. How is the best method to repair and fix it? Thanks and have a happy new year 🎉 Umberto from Rome.

  • @mrkeopele
    @mrkeopele 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    FANTASTIC IDEAS

  • @kevincameron7389
    @kevincameron7389 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Using "stapler staples" was wonderfully simple. (And cheap)

  • @alanpeksider2255
    @alanpeksider2255 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Better than new, good job
    Thanks for sharing, God bless

  • @tokkiperak6678
    @tokkiperak6678 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks. Very creative and practical!

  • @jimbo1531
    @jimbo1531 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh my god, an actually useful life hack!

  • @comeonbecreative
    @comeonbecreative ปีที่แล้ว

    Plastic welding, very creative idea

  • @utcrafting
    @utcrafting ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Inventor 101 I like your Channel 🎉

  • @danielesp3458
    @danielesp3458 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice job!

  • @fchristopher437
    @fchristopher437 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent 👍

  • @spi_890
    @spi_890 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This actually what the car industry uses, I use to work for a welding parts wear house and we sold the kits with various sizes of the metal pieces.

  • @62sydney
    @62sydney ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job👍

  • @aerialphoto
    @aerialphoto 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Would this work on kayak repairs?

  • @jacostoffbergh9544
    @jacostoffbergh9544 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome, thank you for sharing. It's a amazing plan

  • @utcrafting
    @utcrafting ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Amazing 🤩

  • @rekaksky
    @rekaksky ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Same technique on how to repair plastic panels of cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other vehicles.

  • @Random.Adventures.
    @Random.Adventures. 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    wow great ideas!

  • @souravbhattacharyya3392
    @souravbhattacharyya3392 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great

  • @MRDAthe5TH
    @MRDAthe5TH ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Omg, I could have used this a lot.
    Freaking gaming headsets snap way to easy.
    I've been through atleast 30 of them, at a minimum of $80 each, some have cost $200.
    All I had to do is buy a soldering iron.
    So going to buy a soldering iron now.

    • @Future_Legend_Told_Me
      @Future_Legend_Told_Me ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Did you buy it?

    • @leroyjenkinz9791
      @leroyjenkinz9791 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol,broke a pair of headphones the other day myself,that's how I ended up here&was looking in the comments for what the tool is called. TY!

    • @MathiasDahl
      @MathiasDahl ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Do you have a very large head? 😂 Or do you flex them too much when taking them on or off? Sincere question, but it's also a bit funny 😊

    • @MRDAthe5TH
      @MRDAthe5TH ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MathiasDahl don't k ow, I think I have a normal sized head.
      But Fr, they are made off weak plastic & snap real easy.

    • @MRDAthe5TH
      @MRDAthe5TH ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Future_Legend_Told_Me yup, surprisingly cheap, was expecting like $50, but only $25.

  • @thomasbrustad5596
    @thomasbrustad5596 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Outstanding!!

  • @c0pyimitati0n
    @c0pyimitati0n 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Welding plastic together by using staples as rebar is ingenious!

  • @shariqgamer
    @shariqgamer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    amazing

  • @kamappnmelaka9477
    @kamappnmelaka9477 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what brand of yours soldering iron?

  • @jackdurden466
    @jackdurden466 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Well, it seems that I’ll have to trade in my soldering gun for a soldering iron! It’s cheaper, maybe $12-$15, and can definitely do just as much. I do like the gun though as it has a light to show the joint being soldered and it helps. Still, it’s an ancient Weller, and on its last leg anyway. So thanks for the push in the right direction!

  • @roderickconstantino5354
    @roderickconstantino5354 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice. Yeah the front lip on my sienna cracked, now I can fix it

  • @Kurtlammon
    @Kurtlammon ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I guess nylon zip ties are compatible with every type of plastic!🤣

  • @ianchandley
    @ianchandley 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Was that an old Jamaican 10 cent coin you used to hold the metal in place on the first repair?

  • @knowitallhen
    @knowitallhen ปีที่แล้ว +2

    looking for good 😀😀😀

  • @sagginav
    @sagginav ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is so freaking smart idea! Loved it.

    • @truantray
      @truantray 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      People have been fixing plastics this way for years. Nothing new.

  • @fastgamer_9756
    @fastgamer_9756 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome

  • @victornunez641
    @victornunez641 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What was that silver tape?

    • @lissakaye610
      @lissakaye610 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It an aluminum foil duct tape, super sticky on certain stuff, love it. Usually can find it wherever they sell HVAC supplies.

    • @victornunez641
      @victornunez641 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@lissakaye610 Thanks a lot

  • @WiggglezMr
    @WiggglezMr ปีที่แล้ว

    Music was grabbed right out of the royalty free bin at YT.

  • @tof3275
    @tof3275 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yet another GREAT video, that's why I have been subscribed for a long time, absolutely great. Keep up the good work NO Idea's

  • @cezartrasfiero6443
    @cezartrasfiero6443 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing.

  • @Yperkeimenos
    @Yperkeimenos 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How may watts is your soldering iron?

  • @darrensurrey
    @darrensurrey 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I feel like the areas you've fixed are stronger than the rest of the item!

  • @Rylee_Was_Here
    @Rylee_Was_Here ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool

  • @haroldsandiego9975
    @haroldsandiego9975 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You’re a genius ! Thank you for showing these videos .

  • @MyGardenofSoul
    @MyGardenofSoul ปีที่แล้ว

    Well Done. Great job. Congrats. I will buy soldering machine

  • @biddibee3526
    @biddibee3526 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What’s that heating tool that you’re using?

  • @Marlene-Ferreira
    @Marlene-Ferreira ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your Super helpful tips....
    DO EXCUSE ME I'VE REPAIRS WAITING!!! AN APPOINTMENT WITH MY SOLDERING IRON!!!
    🌟🙃🌟🤙🌟🤙🌟🙃🌟

  • @brianestrada2057
    @brianestrada2057 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What soldering iron should i be wear i can change out the tips like that?

  • @InDie_Anna.Jones.338
    @InDie_Anna.Jones.338 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i knew this for years

  • @falconsirrus
    @falconsirrus ปีที่แล้ว

    Best video I've seen in ages

  • @4saken404
    @4saken404 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG this is actually legit.

  • @byfaithalone3529
    @byfaithalone3529 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your awesome

    • @ayeflippum
      @ayeflippum ปีที่แล้ว

      You're illiterate.

  • @TXDanielM
    @TXDanielM ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about if you can only get to one side of the object? Looking to repair a plastic boat that I don't want to take apart.

    • @jimbo1531
      @jimbo1531 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Then just do the repair on the outside instead, but don't expect it to look as nice.

    • @LadderMover
      @LadderMover ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Try using a little extra plastic so the repair is slightly higher than the surrounding area. Then use a hot Teflon coated knife to smooth it out, the Teflon leaves a high gloss finish.

  • @connierapp3276
    @connierapp3276 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ah haha! 🤝🏼🙏🏼❤
    The staples on the glasses was B-R-I-L-L-I-A-N-T!
    In fact, I loved them all!!!
    You are going to make me look like a genius lol 😆 🤣 😂 😉

  • @p.r.s8675
    @p.r.s8675 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Which wire is this ?

  • @baker48man
    @baker48man 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I’m wondering if you had to take into account the type of plastic you were repairing? Zip ties are usually nylon and I was surprised when you melted them into a plastic!
    I am trying to repair a gray water RV tank and it is made of polyethylene. I assume HDPE. Any thoughts?

    • @ThePiones
      @ThePiones 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      You could easily make similar strips of hdpe out of milk jugs or something similar. There's lots of hdpe around

  • @anthonyyelland
    @anthonyyelland ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Some useful tips, good work.
    I bet your filming studio smells delightful 🤣

  • @AshleyAriesK
    @AshleyAriesK 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wait for the part where u cut out the square of plastic,what was that that got put back in it's place? Another pc.of plastic? That mustve been more difficult than it looked(since how u got that part wasn't shown),becuz u wud have to have figured out what type of plastic you're dealing with & then prob.need to find/use more of that same type/grade of plastic, off of something which u can afford to harvest from. Then cut exactly the same size piece out to!?!

    • @ambientsounds1416
      @ambientsounds1416 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Its easier to cut a square rather than a star to weld in place dummy

  • @itzpxrzel9935
    @itzpxrzel9935 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wanted to repair a plastic Part of my RC Car but maybe i should strength more parts by implementing Metal Like in concrete structions

  • @emreisik3291
    @emreisik3291 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    he repaired the same plastic cover for 20 times, someone should say him; it's time to change that plastic part

  • @almarifa2
    @almarifa2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello, can I contact you? Thank you very much

  • @hossain2010
    @hossain2010 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what tape (Silver colored) did he use at @ 2:26 and what is its speciality?

    • @YeahNoTellTheTruth
      @YeahNoTellTheTruth 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Probably a standard heat resistant one. Im assuming its just for added strength while being pushed on the other side.

  •  ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sensational content.

  • @user-zs8uo1jq8d
    @user-zs8uo1jq8d 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What temperature do you set the soldering iron on?

    • @razattimusic
      @razattimusic 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Temp is, on.

  • @SirChivalRegal
    @SirChivalRegal ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How many watts are yo😢ur soldering needles??
    And also shouldn't the same plastic be used to weld onto simlar plastics?

  • @cuajocuajocuajo
    @cuajocuajocuajo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "you can't smell videos"...…..this video:...

  • @DaLien-th2on
    @DaLien-th2on ปีที่แล้ว

    Genius and wonderful to know specially for glasses. HS

  • @sickboy1964
    @sickboy1964 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will this work on motorcycle fairings?

    • @LadderMover
      @LadderMover ปีที่แล้ว

      Give it a try and let us know!

  • @electronic7979
    @electronic7979 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good ideas

  • @winfredhatchel8339
    @winfredhatchel8339 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What kind of solder gun are you using
    Where can I get one

    • @bryceharris2175
      @bryceharris2175 ปีที่แล้ว

      Off Amazon. I have the same exact one.

    • @juliawilliams600
      @juliawilliams600 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, off Amazon but what is it?

    • @nboccanfuso
      @nboccanfuso ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@juliawilliams600 they're virtually all the same.

  • @kushpaladin
    @kushpaladin 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i have a plastic frame slider on my Yamaha that cracks every time i drop the bike. and it's $80 to replace. i've dropped my bike about 3 times now and it cracked so much it was no longer doing its purpose, so i took it off, and it costs $80 to replace. i might melt some metal wiring into it and paint it black, to give it a bit more rigidity when i lay the bike down

  • @1chumley1
    @1chumley1 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    For when you can't get JB Weld.

    • @StonemanRocks
      @StonemanRocks ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jb welds ass

    • @Alibabablah
      @Alibabablah ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Or it's an example for bigger projects.

    • @amdelk_art
      @amdelk_art ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@Alibabablah==rrrrr=rrrrrrrrrrr

    • @lillyanneserrelio2187
      @lillyanneserrelio2187 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      JB weld really that good? I've tried crazy glue but never seems to hold two pieces of plastic together at the cracked joint

    • @StonemanRocks
      @StonemanRocks ปีที่แล้ว

      You need a soldering iron that puts out a lot of heat to make this work!

  • @kitkat12326
    @kitkat12326 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Me trying this at home: welp, i totally just melted this whole thing trying to fix it.

  • @Raksaksa78
    @Raksaksa78 ปีที่แล้ว

    New way to use staples

  • @marlandngo4912
    @marlandngo4912 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi where can i find and buy that welding? I've been seeing that in other videos for making holes for the plants DIY container.
    Thank You for the Reply.

    • @JJSijbesma
      @JJSijbesma ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a soldering iron.

  • @dinzdelta6852
    @dinzdelta6852 ปีที่แล้ว

    Terbaik anak Malaysia

  • @iWant2cell9601
    @iWant2cell9601 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very useful shortcuts to broken and cracked plastics! Also loved the music...who's the artist?

  • @qussaialojairi2699
    @qussaialojairi2699 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    👍👍

  • @mdll9016
    @mdll9016 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will the rest of plastic can last? Because plastic become brickle means that the plastic life nearly end

  • @dantemalit1744
    @dantemalit1744 ปีที่แล้ว

    epoxy too

  • @spi_890
    @spi_890 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Aluminum tape will do the job itself, love that stuff

    • @dinithra
      @dinithra ปีที่แล้ว

      Except it wont. There will be no strength or structure to it. Just tap and its a covered hole.

  • @anjelikalunsford4487
    @anjelikalunsford4487 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What type of tape is that that you are using? It doesn't look like just duct tape...

    • @davidlo8591
      @davidlo8591 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aluminum tape

    • @4saken404
      @4saken404 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's commonly used for HVAC. Comes in handy for any number of things and if you clean the surfaces first it can last for years.

  • @mikecrystalrobert7898
    @mikecrystalrobert7898 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If my 3$ glasses break I buy new ones 😁

    • @javabeanz8549
      @javabeanz8549 ปีที่แล้ว

      where are you finding them for $3? Last few I bought were $15 several years ago.

  • @begleypaul1
    @begleypaul1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Will that work for plastic gasoline can?

    • @Silverbullet767
      @Silverbullet767 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd make sure it's empty first.....

    • @javabeanz8549
      @javabeanz8549 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@Silverbullet767 and dry! let it air out for a day or so

  • @johnburketransport
    @johnburketransport ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is the make and model of your soldering iron?

    • @MathiasDahl
      @MathiasDahl ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Looks like a simple and cheap one you can get for $10.

    • @DrNaz
      @DrNaz ปีที่แล้ว

      Looks generic. Most kits bring a diagonal point which also works for most cases.