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A yellow device labeled 'SUSTAINABLE DESIGN STUDIO' with two black spool reels on top, a digital display, and a small black knob on a green background.

So you are the lucky owner of a brand new and shiny recycling machine, but it came in a box and now you need to assemble it!

The next steps are designed to get you started as soon as possible with your Filament Maker. Click the relevant link below to be taken to the guides.

Filament Maker Guides

  • A yellow electronic device labeled 'Sustainable Design Studio' with a black triangular component attached to its surface, with three screws above it, indicating assembly or installation.

    Kit Assembly Guide

    Your journey starts here! Follow this guide to assemble the kit version of your new Filament Maker.

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  • A black, circular, multi-layered plastic or metal piece with three screws and arrows indicating where to attach screws, set on a green background.

    Spools Assembly

    Looking to make more spools? Click below for download files and assembly instructions.

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  • A close-up of skateboard trucks with black bushings, mounted on a yellow skateboard deck against a green background.

    Bottle Cutter Assembly Guide

    Follow this guide to setup your bottle cutter and get started making!

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  • A yellow robot kit with black circular robotic wheels, an LCD display, and an adjustable arm, with the text 'SUSTAINABLE DESIGN STUDIO' printed on it.

    User and Safety Manual

    Read this guide for important information on the use and safety of your Filament Maker

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  • A person wearing an orange and black glove holds a large, transparent plastic bottle with water droplets, against a background of plywood wall.

    Bottle Preparation

    Everything you need to know about preparing you plastic bottle, and making the strips needed for the FM.

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  • Close-up of a mechanical device mounted on a yellow surface, with printed text reading 'SUSTAINABLE DESIGN STUDIO'.

    Machine Operation

    Follow these steps and learn how to make your first spool of filament

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  • Close-up of a gloved hand holding a metal lock mechanism with a wire, on a wooden surface.

    Filament Joining

    Learn how to join your rPET filament together to make a larger spool.

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  • A close-up of a blue pie dish with vertical ridges, positioned underneath a 3D printer head.

    3D Printer Settings

    Getting your print settings is key for success! Find out what our recommended settings are!

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Quick start tips.

  • PPE

    Always wear PPE when using this machine, in a well-ventilated area.

    We recommend:
    • Safety Glasses
    • 3M Mask with ABEK1 Filters
    • Heat Resistant Gloves.

  • Know your temperatures.

    Take note of the time it takes to heat up the first few times you turn the machine on (from 0 to 210°c).

    This machine is in Degrees Celsius, designed to work at 210°C

  • Always monitor your machine.

    The temperature should rise gradually, if it jumps around or rises extremely rapidly, unplug and check the wiring.

  • Know your plastic types.

    Make sure you know what type of plastic you are using. The machine was designed to work with PET.

  • Bigger is better!

    Bigger the bottle, the better. We recommend working with 2L bottles or bigger for best results.