This is my first post ever. Since buying my first Arduino Uno earlier this year, I have been kicking myself for not finding this sooner.
After I got my head around schematics and the various possibilities, I set out to build myself a Vacuum forming machine.
It is remarkable how many compatible devices are available on eBay to build whatever you desire.
Armed with my CC I bought the basic shield, breadboard, cables, various leds, relays, and transformers.
This would become the foundation on which I added pneumatic solenoids, 300mm air cylinders, a vacuum, and heater.
Now I am in the process of adding switches and assembling all the equipment onto a frame before setting up an automatic cycle for the first time.
I expect this machine to be used often. Maybe in its lifetime I expect 5000 plastic forms which will make all the effort worth while.
I'll be posting photos and schematics for everyone to see and comment on regularly.
I've listed them below with their cost and quantity.
2x Double Action 300mm Aluminum Air Cylinder $32.74 AUD each
2x DC 12V 2 Position 5 Way 1/8" Pneumatic Solenoid $12.86 AUD each
2x Solid State Relay 25A 250V (3-32VDC ) $3.92 AUD each
2x Aluminum Heat Sink for Solid State Relay $2.79 AUD each
1x Thermal Grease Conductive Compound $1.00 AUD
4x Pneumatic Speed Flow Control 6 mm OD - 1/8" $2.49 AUD each
This isn't a full part list yet but I'll add and update it as I go.
4ACES:
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2x Solid State Relay 25A 250V (3-32VDC ) $3.92 AUD each
2x Aluminum Heat Sink for Solid State Relay $2.79 AUD each
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25A 250V that is a serious relay. And the heat sink is pretty big as well. Why do you need 25A? I mean all my jumpers are 20A max.
Most of the other stuff I have lying around XD
Best regards
Jantje
PS hoping to see some pictures and schematics soon
