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Make a recycled phone cover using CNC milling

by Precious Plastic Nantes


Jerry will show you an advanced technique to create a CNC mould to produce phone cases from recycled plastic. —

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3D Files

  • 3D Step File: /files/iPhone_7_8_case_mould/Insert mold 26-04-2018.STEP - Preview
  • 3D Step File: /files/iPhone_7_8_case_mould/Topside mold 26-04-2018.STEP - Preview
  • 3D Step File: /files/iPhone_7_8_case_mould/Underside mold 26-04-2018.STEP - Preview

Step 1 - Gather everything you need

Before you start get all your gear ready:

- Respirator mask
- Big block of aluminium
- 3D Design software
- CNC machine
- Injection machine
- Plastic Type Stamp




Step 2 - Watch this video tutorial

Watch this video tutorial to learn step-by-step how to make the 3D mould, CNC it and inject a recycled phone case using the Precious Plastic Injection machines.




Step 3 - Done & Share

After watching this video you should understand the basics of making a mould using CNC milling. You can reproduce the phone case or try to make other products. We’re looking forward to seeing what you can come up with. Make sure to share back your new creations so the community can learn from you. Tag #preciousplastic on social media, create a new how-to or send us an email.



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