Large vacuum formers are super awesome, but can't just be purchased like other equipment. Bill teaches you how to make your very own large vacuum former using materials from the hardware store!
Links:
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Bob’s Vacuum Former - https://youtu.be/9ynFpxokWlM
James’ Vacuum Former - https://youtu.be/maH5Ech0wK8
Our Small Vacuum Former - https://youtu.be/Gx66mS7U2vY
Instructables WardWorks Build - https://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Plastic-Vacuum-Former/
Volpin Protoform Build - http://www.volpinprops.com/protoform-vacuum-forming-machine/
The Prop Builder’s Molding & Casting Handbook: Thurston James - Amazon - https://amzn.to/2Qh6Kbh
PET-G Plastic: http://amzn.to/2xHDd5v
Materials - Vacuum Former:
Patio Heaters (x2) - $240 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2xLMc3Y
Wood Screws - $4 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2QiHbqs
Super 77 - $10 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2zCtOMj
Wood Glue - $8 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2DFjeIm
4 Corner L Brackets (x2) - $5 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2xFy647
6’ Long 1/8” Thick x 1-1/4” Aluminum Angle Bar (x3) - $80 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2xYpyVm
I only found 4’ long pieces on Amazon, you will need to buy 4 to get the total length you need. Also I recommend making your frame a little smaller than 24” square to save on aluminum. Cut the raw material into 2’ segments, then cut the miters on the ends. Assemble the frame, then build your platen to fit inside the frame.
8-32 x 1/2” Screws - $8 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2xLeOdI
8-32 Nuts - $8 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2xYyjPf
Sash Locks (x4) - $12 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2DFal1z
Thin Steel Plate - $10 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2xLUcSy
Shop Vac - $120 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/38L0bqg
Metal Mesh - $10 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2DE26mo
Striped Duct Tape - $5 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2NaA3KK
30” Continuous Hinge (x4) - $35 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2DFhyOX
Aluminum Tape - $10 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2OmNs75
Aluminum Foil - $10 - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2xX0ZIe
Wood - Locally Sourced
1/2” 2’x4’ Plywood (x2) - $40
3/4” 2’x4’ MDF - $15
1/4” 2’ x 4’ MDF (x4) - $30
Total: $660
Tools:
Jig Saw - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2xKPPXL
Band Saw - Amazon
http://amzn.to/1y27zVJ
Table Saw - Amazon
http://amzn.to/2bBWN8D
Belt Sander - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2DEJQcy
Power Drill - Amazon
http://amzn.to/2xS7bPC
Drill Bits - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2QfHZfz
Countersink Bits - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2Qfwe92
Extension Cords - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2InuXtP
Thermometer - Amazon
http://amzn.to/2ESzqGe
Circular Saw - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2OfEjgH
Bear Hand Saw - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2DDHmLt
Miter Box - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2Ohy8bW
Spindle Sander - Amazon
http://amzn.to/1Fa8rix
Palm Sander - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2GKhMl5
Horizontal Metal Cutting Bandsaw - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2NMYCmi
Countersink Bits - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2Qbm2OE
Metal Hanger Strap - Amazon
https://amzn.to/2N9foGI
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