Utilised by hundreds of users around the world in a wide range of applications, the plasticpreneur injection moulding machine is the go to choice to experience and access the benefits of injection moulding. 

Recycling process

Flakes are filled through the  hopper into a barrel, are melted, and by manually turning the handwheel, injected into a mould.  

Key advantages

1. Optimised user experience through iterations with hundreds of users.
2. Smooth work process and fast cycle times through the spring clamping system.
3. Unique marbling effect of the injected products possible.
4. Custom designed, mainly EU-made, high quality components.

Standout qualities

Made in Austria

Electrical specifications

IMK2 – 230 V: 

Electric: 200-240 V, 50-60 Hz

Max. power consumption: 1,200 W, 5.2-5.5 A

IMK2 – 110 V:

Electric: 100-120 V, 50-60 Hz, 

Max. power consumption: 1,200 W, 10.4-11 A

Heating elements power: 1,200 W

Workflow power consumption

Start to operating temperature: 100 W (takes ~ 7 minutes) Workflow (heating and injection cycle): 200-250 W/h

Max. temperatur:  300 C°

Plug Types 

Type F (EU), Type G (GBR), Type B (USA, CAN, JPN)

Size and dimensions

Dimensions: 90 x 70 x 160 cm (L x W x H) 

Weight: 30.5 kg 

Shipping dimensions: 120 x 60 x 30 cm (L x W x H) 

Shipping weight: 38.5 kg (including accessories kit)

Packaging: cardboard parcel

Certification and standards

CE, UKCA

DIN EN 60204-1, DIN EN 61439-1, DIN EN 61439-2, DIN EN ISO 12100

General specifications

Setup: wall or floor mounted, stand alone, portable

Nozzle thread: male G1“ 

Injection pressure: max. 70 bar 

Shot volume: max. 175 cm³ / 115 g 

Plastic melting time: ca. 7-10 minutes 

Full cycles per hour (heating and injection): max. 7 times, each 115 g 

Output: around 1 kg/h

Noise: ~ 0 dB

Distinctive features

Clamping system

The modular spring clamping system enables fast cycle times and a smooth process with a seamless way of attaching and changing moulds.

Stand-alone and portable

Ideal for an efficient workflow, safe process, and easy transport.

Manually operated

For a perfect finish as well as assisting with the learning experience while working with it.

Indicator and table 

The fill level indicator measures the available injection volume and the side table additional space for tools, safety gear, etc.

Safety features

Excess pressure covers and over temperature sensor for releasing residual humidity and avoiding overheating.

Asymmetrical heating elements and industrial isolation

Custom made, industrial stainless steel heating elements with asymmetrical heating distribution and isolation to reduce energy consumption and optimise the  plastification process

More Distinctive features

1. Basically no noise development 

Silent through the manually operated system.

2. Large injection volume and pressure

Rates high precision detail injection parts of decent size. Five-plus times larger injection volume than existing industrial micro injection moulding machines.

3. Designed for a wide range of materials

Compatible with flakes, granules, and pellets. 

4. Custom designed and EU-made insulation and electronic cabinet

Custom made industrial insulation to reduce energy consumption and the plastification process as well as an electronic cabinet with top tier components and required safety cycles.

5. Cleaning, maintenance and repair friendly design

For long lasting and sustainable use. For instance heating elements can be exchanged with a plug and play system within minutes. 

6. Wooden frame

Lightweight, rigid and self-supporting structure with a unique design.

7. Custom designed shipping box 

For safe shipping and transport to the areas of application.

Getting started

Only a few steps are required to unpack and set up the machine. 

1. You are ready to create your first products within minutes. All of the necessary tools and safety gear for getting your machine operational are included. 

2. The Machine can be either mounted to the wall or used stand-alone in a well ventilated and dry room. It is easily movable from one place to the other. 

3. For an ideal workflow we suggest a well ventilated room, a space of 3-4 m², and a stable workbench to open and close the moulds.

4. Additionally we recommend using the plasticpreneur fume extractor to extract and filter the air in the working area.

The injection moulding process

The injection process consists of two main cycles, heating and the injecting cycle. 

1. Shredded plastic flakes or granules are fed through the hopper into the barrel. Heating elements melt the plastic to the set temperature for approximately 7 minutes. 
2. The heated plastic is then injected, by manually turning the handwheel and pushing down the piston into the mould, which has been set in place with the spring clamping system.
3. After releasing, the mould can be opened immediately, and the newly created product taken out. If there is plastic left in the barrel it can be injected instantly into the next mould. 
4. One barrel-filling can be either injected completely in one or various moulds before refilling, or new material can be added continuously to shorten the heating cycle.
5. If flakes of different colours are mixed, a unique marbling effect occurs. This results in a unique, one-of-a-kind finish that stands out from traditional plastic products.  

Recommended materials 

Recommended for polyolefins: PP, HDPE

Compatible with: PS, ABS, LDPE (rigid), PLA, TPU

Ability to test other materials such as biodegradable etc. 

We assume no liability if materials other than those recommended are used. For other materials (e.g. biodegradable plastics) if applicable we can provide information as well as material tests. 

Not recommended for use: PET, PA, PC (are hygroscopic and need to be dried before use)

Never to use: PVC, PTFE

For a good workflow we recommend at least MFR 8 or higher. The MFR (Melt Mass-Flow Rate) affects the characteristics of the injected object. We recommend using flake size of < 5 mm or industrial granules. The flake size determines the heating cycle and therefore is decisive for the melting time and output volume. 

An accessory kit consisting of all needed parts to ensure safe and easy set up, as well as for maintenance are included.

This includes:

• Tool & safety gear set including

  • Ring spanner, allen key, flat screwdriver, nozzle key
  • Timer, wall scraper, utility knife, side cutters
  • Heat-protective gloves, safety glasses (filter mask not included)
• Spinning top mould 
• Floor and wall mounting set

Safety

To safely operate the machine, heat-protective gloves, safety glasses, and a filter mask are needed. Additionally we recommend using the plasticpreneur fume extractor FEMK2.

If common PP or HDPE is heated at the right temperature and the fumes are extracted with the FEMK1, the air is under 10% of the maximum threshold value.

Shipping 

We ship worldwide - the shipping costs depend on the country. Please contact us. 

The machine comes in tailor made packaging via DHL Express parcel shipping, or if ordered in a set with other machines, via freight-forwarding on a pallet.