Hardware Store (HS) Extruder

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This is a variation on the extruder design (sans heater at the moment) that can be made from elements found at a common hardware store. Total cost for the extruder without the drive motor or any electronics is approximately $20.

Bill of Materials

(1) Flat Bar Stock -- 1/8" x 1/2" x 8" (2) U-Bolt (stainless steel) -- 1-1/4" x 1" (2) 608 Skate Bearings (1) Vynil Aquarium Hose -- 1" (2) Angle Bracket -- 2" x 2" (1) Bolt -- 1/4-20 x 1/2" (1) Nut -- 1/4-20 (1) Shoulder Bolt -- M6 x 5


Tension Bearing Bracket

<More to come!>