magnetic base dental articulator

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Needed hardware includes 2 round magnets measuring 15x4mm. These magnets require large bolts for secure mounting to a mold. Two T10x20 screws serve as side screws for the top portion of the setup. Fourteen #4x1/2in wood screws hold together mold plates, a stop plate, and a backstop in place. A 7/32x1-1/2 compression spring, cut in half, facilitates lateral movement. Two #4x3/4in round head wood screws fasten the mandible joint to posts. Finally, two #6x1/2 round head screws secure the base to posts. A raft and supports are necessary for the top arm post and the top area alone. The posts themselves have a built-in raft that should be broken off once assembly is complete. When using this setup, note that lateral movement requires applying pressure to the back of the top with your thumbs, similar to my metal prototype. This design allows for greater flexibility than its rigid metal counterpart.