LNS Technologies 150A Injection Molding Machine Material Funnel

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This is a customized funnel for injection molding pellets that perfectly fits an LNS Technologies 150A desktop injection molding machine. I designed and printed this funnel to significantly speed up the process of dropping pellets into the barrel of the machine. It features a small, secure flap held shut by tension from a rubber band (I used a hair band), which is easily pressed open to release pellets into the barrel. If you have any questions about how to use or assemble the funnel, please ask in the comments below. I 3D printed this custom funnel using PLA filament on my Creality CR-10S machine. To complete and secure the assembly of the funnel, place the flap at the bottom part of the funnel shoot and super glue it into position. Then, attach the top part of the funnel by pressing it onto the bottom part, making sure it is securely held in place. The rest of the assembly remains secure with two pins and the funnel screws tightly into the top of the shoot. You can choose to use just the funnel or pair it with the cylinder to hold additional material in place. Note that you do not need to glue the cylinder as it will remain secure with the funnel.