Building things from scratch is great fun, especially if the odds and ends needed to create one's masterpiece is already in one of several piles of valuable treasures you have acquired and hidden away. Great squasher! Keep up the good work!!
3" channel iron is excellent for a can crusher. When the can lays in the channel the can touches the bottom and both sides. Lay your crusher on its side and let gravity both eject crushed can and for auto feeder. Weld a piece of thin metal onto the top edge of the ram and let it cover the air cylinder rod. This will keep the next can raised up till the ram returns and can will fall into crush zone.
Great video,,,Idea for you,,,Use the exhaust air from the switch to blow the crushed can from the rack. Also,,,would you provide a link to the pneumatic cylinder that you used, please?
Really great ! Any thoughts on using springs for the ram return ? This would lower the noise level .. I Like the idea of the vent holes , to keep the cans from exploding , good thinking ..
Springs would absolutly work! And would save some compressed air. Would just need to leave the return port open on the cylinder, and if using the same button, plug that port..
He is utilizing a double action cylinder. They make single action cylinders that has a return spring built in. The mechanical issue with those is it it takes more psi to do the work of crushing plus compressing the spring. That is a nominal issue in this application as 60 psi will crush a can and you most probably have a compressor that can produce 125 psi +.
Using a hand pump, or foot pump would have you pumping all day to supply enough volume to run it. You might as well just use a manual crusher instead of pumping air all day.
Hi, any safety reasons why we shouldn't box that in with wood instead of metal? I'm going to build this, but I'd like to know if we could use wood instead. Thanks.
I can honestly say I don't know. I am not familiar with building anything from wood and have no idea if it would or wouldn't hold up. Seems like its worth a shot!
I'm building mine out of wood. As a retired mech designer, the most critical criteria to consider is both ends of the lateral forces. My platform will be of 2x6's and the ends of 4x4's, 8" long lag bolted up and epoxied down with 6-4" lag bolts each. My only concern is the longevity after 10,000 hits as I drink a lot of beer, haha.
I made mine out of 3/4 inch plywood, with the ends dado-ed into the sides, used a 3" ABS pipe cut in half lengthwise for the cans to ride on and a piece of plastic cutting board on the compression surfaces..No need to fasten the cylinder as it stays in place on it's own.
You inspired me to build a can crusher but am new to pneumatic cylinders. Do you think this one would work Baomain Pneumatic Air Cylinder SC 32-200 32mm Bore 200mm Stroke Screwed Piston Rod Dual Action
Until you build a pneumatic assist to eject your crushed cans, you might want to think about installing an exhaust muffler. I suppose that only makes sense if you crush a lot of cans over an extended period of time.
He stated he has a 5" throw pneumatic cylinder. They are available in other throw lengths. I decided on an 8" throw. Same mechanisms, plus a larger dia ram. Cost a bit more though.
"Regular air hose"? I think any hose available that is designated as an "air hose" will be safe to use. A garden water, auto vacuum, fuel line, aquarium pump or any other hoses that is not labeled and marketed as an "air hose" would not be safe to use. He said 60 psi will crush a can sufficiently. Most home compressors have a high end at 125 psi. He's using air tubing with fittings with ratings well above that. Hope that helps.
@@vincemacpaulI believe he recommended a pneumatic air hose and a pneumatic air cylinder. I just wanted to make sure I got the right parts. I am unable to find any air hose identified as a 'pneumatic air hose'. They are either 'air hose' or 'pneumatic hose'. I can't find any with both. Same for the cylinder.
David Lee, anything that can handle the PSI will be fine. My compressor is set to 120 psi so I made sure all my parts could handle that. That being said, 60 Psi seems to crush cans just fine.
Thanks 1D10CRACY. There are tons of vids on pneumatic crushers online, but yours is my first view and the only one I need. Parts coming in today and the beer is cold. Clear the workbench momma. Wish I could post a pic of my stack of cans I've got to crush. It's taller than me and I'm 6'-6", haha. Thanks Again.
@@jershaus Baomain Pneumatic Air Cylinder SC 63 x 200 PT 3/8, Bore: 2 1/2 inch, Stroke: 8 inch, Screwed Piston Rod Dual Action. $53.69 Amazon. MSV-86522PB 1/4" PT 2/5 Way Momentary Green Mushroom Button Air Mechanical Valve MSV-86522PB 1/4" PT 2/5 Way Momentary Green Mushroom Button Air Mechanical Valve. $13.99 Ebay. (make sure it's a 5 way) Both free shipping. Can go cheaper on the cylinder, but I'm multi-purposing it.
How many beverages in cans do you drink every month? You have made a fine build, but who NEEDS a pneumatic can crusher? I have a manual can crusher and this one crushes also food cans and it is plenty sufficient for a housekold of 6 Persons....
Guess who, Have a Guinness!!!! As a Guinness beer drinker do you think it would crush the plastic ball in the can? these cans are a bitch to crush as they are 15.5 ounces and have that nitrogen ball inside.
Am I missing something ?? Why make something so complicated ?? Throw a load in a "Old" bucket or "Pan". Squash "A little" with a stump or similar and then place on a campfire and repeat. Please explain to me why make this complicated or costly ?
Building things from scratch is great fun, especially if the odds and ends needed to create one's masterpiece is already in one of several piles of valuable treasures you have acquired and hidden away. Great squasher! Keep up the good work!!
Is there a part 2 for this? I couldn’t find it. Part 1 was sooo good, I NEED MORE!!..:P
3" channel iron is excellent for a can crusher. When the can lays in the channel the can touches the bottom and both sides. Lay your crusher on its side and let gravity both eject crushed can and for auto feeder. Weld a piece of thin metal onto the top edge of the ram and let it cover the air cylinder rod. This will keep the next can raised up till the ram returns and can will fall into crush zone.
What size is the cylinder?
Awesome video. Any follow up videos for this build. I looked in your video list and could not find anything.
This is very good. Thanks!! Did you ever do a "Part 2" on this?
Very cool. But will it work for hard plastic bottles 16 "?
thanks for sharing the idea. congrats
Great video,,,Idea for you,,,Use the exhaust air from the switch to blow the crushed can from the rack. Also,,,would you provide a link to the pneumatic cylinder that you used, please?
Great video! Looking forward to the links for the parts that you used. Also, can't wait for the loader and eject feature. Please video those features!
You should build those steel frames & sell them, many people don't have/aren't welders.
Really great ! Any thoughts on using springs for the ram return ? This would lower the noise level .. I Like the idea of the vent holes , to keep the cans from exploding , good thinking ..
Springs would absolutly work! And would save some compressed air. Would just need to leave the return port open on the cylinder, and if using the same button, plug that port..
He is utilizing a double action cylinder. They make single action cylinders that has a return spring built in. The mechanical issue with those is it it takes more psi to do the work of crushing plus compressing the spring. That is a nominal issue in this application as 60 psi will crush a can and you most probably have a compressor that can produce 125 psi +.
May have already been mentioned or implemented, but why not make relief holes on both sides so there is no worry on how the can faces?
Ya, I’d just drill a single hole in the middle of each end.
something satisfying about crushing aluminum cans, LMAO you got that right my friend. I think it maybe domination. Ha!
Would love to know if it can crush thicker steel food cans!
"I'LL BE BACK" with that.
Great video! Hell yea iam going to build one!
you could have a an attachment and make French fries, or possibly a wood splitter. such a great idea you had
Pretty simple to build!
I dont see the parts listed anywhere below. Can someone post them again if it has already been posted before ?
What is your compression ratio? I'm trying to get a minimum 20:1 which requires 1200lbs of force.
Sir are u using a compressor for compressed air ?can we use a hand pump or leg pump for compressed air ??
Using a hand pump, or foot pump would have you pumping all day to supply enough volume to run it. You might as well just use a manual crusher instead of pumping air all day.
Hi, any safety reasons why we shouldn't box that in with wood instead of metal? I'm going to build this, but I'd like to know if we could use wood instead. Thanks.
I can honestly say I don't know. I am not familiar with building anything from wood and have no idea if it would or wouldn't hold up. Seems like its worth a shot!
I'm building mine out of wood. As a retired mech designer, the most critical criteria to consider is both ends of the lateral forces. My platform will be of 2x6's and the ends of 4x4's, 8" long lag bolted up and epoxied down with 6-4" lag bolts each. My only concern is the longevity after 10,000 hits as I drink a lot of beer, haha.
I made mine out of 3/4 inch plywood, with the ends dado-ed into the sides, used a 3" ABS pipe cut in half lengthwise for the cans to ride on and a piece of plastic cutting board on the compression surfaces..No need to fasten the cylinder as it stays in place on it's own.
Put in a feed chute and optical sensor?
You inspired me to build a can crusher but am new to pneumatic cylinders. Do you think this one would work
Baomain Pneumatic Air Cylinder SC 32-200 32mm Bore 200mm Stroke Screwed Piston Rod Dual Action
It will work but struggle on some cans. A 63mm bore is what ya really after. Isn't much of a price difference on Amazon.
What size ram is that? 8in or 12in?
I would love the specs on the cylinder and switch!!!!!
There is a link in the description for the switch, I don't have any specs on the cylinder.
How much PSI do you have going to this?
Did you ever complete it?
Not yet, but I ended up moving to a place with a bigger shop, the project is still on the todo, or "to finish" list.
@@1D10CRACY I'd love to see the finished project. 😀
Specs on Cylinder please?
so why do you crush the cans where i live we get 6 cents for each can not crushed
In my state they weigh them when you recycle them. So we crush them to take up less space.
Love it!
Until you build a pneumatic assist to eject your crushed cans, you might want to think about installing an exhaust muffler. I suppose that only makes sense if you crush a lot of cans over an extended period of time.
Wheres part 2?
What about the extra tall cans, like monster or 16 ounce Coke, 20 ounce cans?
step on them
He stated he has a 5" throw pneumatic cylinder. They are available in other throw lengths. I decided on an 8" throw. Same mechanisms, plus a larger dia ram. Cost a bit more though.
I did 3" cylinder by 12" stroke and it works just fine :)
What is the valve name? Amazon is generic so it doeant say?
I would call it a "pneumatic button valve".
Awesome
is this a single acting or dual acting cylinder?
Dual, that i why there are two ports on the cylinder.
Is it very important to be sure to use pneumatic air hose? Regular air hose just won't do it?
"Regular air hose"? I think any hose available that is designated as an "air hose" will be safe to use. A garden water, auto vacuum, fuel line, aquarium pump or any other hoses that is not labeled and marketed as an "air hose" would not be safe to use. He said 60 psi will crush a can sufficiently. Most home compressors have a high end at 125 psi. He's using air tubing with fittings with ratings well above that. Hope that helps.
@@vincemacpaulI believe he recommended a pneumatic air hose and a pneumatic air cylinder. I just wanted to make sure I got the right parts. I am unable to find any air hose identified as a 'pneumatic air hose'. They are either 'air hose' or 'pneumatic hose'. I can't find any with both. Same for the cylinder.
David Lee, anything that can handle the PSI will be fine. My compressor is set to 120 psi so I made sure all my parts could handle that. That being said, 60 Psi seems to crush cans just fine.
Where did you get cylinder
eBay
Does it have a model number
What is the stroke of the piston on your cylinder?
If memory serves me well, 5".
@@1D10CRACY how about the bore of the cylinder?
Don't tell me you haven't tried crushing an unopened can. Surely it exploded right?
Part 2?
I'm going to need to drink more.
Thanks 1D10CRACY. There are tons of vids on pneumatic crushers online, but yours is my first view and the only one I need. Parts coming in today and the beer is cold. Clear the workbench momma. Wish I could post a pic of my stack of cans I've got to crush. It's taller than me and I'm 6'-6", haha. Thanks Again.
Let me know what valve and cylinder you use? Thanks!
@@jershaus Baomain Pneumatic Air Cylinder SC 63 x 200 PT 3/8, Bore: 2 1/2 inch, Stroke: 8 inch, Screwed Piston Rod Dual Action. $53.69 Amazon.
MSV-86522PB 1/4" PT 2/5 Way Momentary Green Mushroom Button Air Mechanical Valve
MSV-86522PB 1/4" PT 2/5 Way Momentary Green Mushroom Button Air Mechanical Valve. $13.99 Ebay.
(make sure it's a 5 way)
Both free shipping.
Can go cheaper on the cylinder, but I'm multi-purposing it.
How many beverages in cans do you drink every month? You have made a fine build, but who NEEDS a pneumatic can crusher?
I have a manual can crusher and this one crushes also food cans and it is plenty sufficient for a housekold of 6 Persons....
+IzNoGuD Surfer Not a lot. And I usually just toss them into a recycle bin. This build was just for fun.
IzNoGuD Surfer a scrapper would!
@@benharris8915 I'm sure people that like beer, could put it to use!
@@1D10CRACY do u think this would do soup cans?
Guess who, Have a Guinness!!!! As a Guinness beer drinker do you think it would crush the plastic ball in the can? these cans are a bitch to crush as they are 15.5 ounces and have that nitrogen ball inside.
Am I missing something ??
Why make something so complicated ??
Throw a load in a "Old" bucket or "Pan".
Squash "A little" with a stump or similar and then place on a campfire and repeat.
Please explain to me why make this complicated or costly ?
Because it's fun. LOL
What fun is that?
@@1D10CRACY Its getting near Holloween remember the monster mash, now do the soda can stomper, thats fun.
What size is that cylinder