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

# Item Dimensions
1 Flat Bar Stock 1/8" x 1/2" x 8"
2 U-Bolt 1-1/4" x 1"
2 Skate Bearings 608
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!>