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    <title>PhlatFORMER General Chat</title>
    <description>Chat it up about the PhlatFORMER here</description>
    <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 02:14:09 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>** New PhlatFormer Concept Design Proposal **</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2015 04:55:13 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/new-phlatformer-concept-design-proposal.5213/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (RogerHX1)</author>
      <dc:creator>RogerHX1</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[NOW...Here&#039;s What I&#039;m Proposing To All  Thermoforming Hobbyist Out There Who Owns A PhlatPrinter / Machine Shop !...We All Know That Hobby Shops Will Always Be Around For Hobbyist / Inventors And When There Is A Large Demand For A *Particular Product* There Will Always Be Generous Sales$$$$ For The Manufacturers &amp; Retailers Of That Product In Demand.<br />
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The Perfect *Portable Lightweight Thermo-Vac Suitcase Unit System* For All The Hobbyist Around The World !!!....First They &quot;PhlatPrinter Shop...<br />
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<a href="http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/new-phlatformer-concept-design-proposal.5213/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">** New PhlatFormer Concept Design Proposal **</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>*Seeking New Or Used PhlatFormer Unit*</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2015 19:09:34 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/seeking-new-or-used-phlatformer-unit.5062/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (RogerHX1)</author>
      <dc:creator>RogerHX1</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<b>Can Someone Please Tell Me Where I Can Obtain A Used Assemble &quot;Vacuum PhlatFormer Unit&quot; in Canada or the U.S ...Such As The One We See On This YouTube Video ??? </b><br />
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<iframe width="500" height="300" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rF9fFLaT84s?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br />
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Thank You<br />
Regards,<br />
RogerHX1]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>ETA on new Phlatformer?</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2014 20:55:12 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/eta-on-new-phlatformer.3075/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (kad)</author>
      <dc:creator>kad</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Is there any ETA on the new aluminum framed Phlatformer?<br />
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-K]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>9</slash:comments>
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      <title>Heat source</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2013 16:19:51 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/heat-source.3198/</link>
      <guid>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/heat-source.3198/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (brian)</author>
      <dc:creator>brian</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[debating on a heat source while I wait for the new model. How high off the heat is the plastic kept?<br />
 <br />
Brian]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>1</slash:comments>
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      <title>Safety of phlatformer</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:04:12 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/safety-of-phlatformer.3035/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (clshawks)</author>
      <dc:creator>clshawks</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Today on our third or fourth pull, the plastic happened to burn too much and some of it fell onto the hotplate. It began to burn and release a foul smelling smoke that could be smelled throughout the entire building.<br />
<br />
Is this toxic? Should we be venting someway or using gas masks? We breathed in a considerable amount of this gas, should we be worried?<br />
<br />
Thanks in advance]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>4</slash:comments>
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      <title>Choosing a vacuum unit</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jul 2012 02:59:11 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/choosing-a-vacuum-unit.2866/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (flavegt)</author>
      <dc:creator>flavegt</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi!<br />
I just ordered a Phlatformer and waiting for its arrival. It looks like it works fantastically.<br />
I was wondering, which vacuum unit should I get? Does it have to be powerful? How powerful should it be for pulling plastic, hmm... about 1/16&quot; thick?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Materials</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 10:48:28 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/materials.2853/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (flavegt)</author>
      <dc:creator>flavegt</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi,<br />
I want to know what materials can be used in the Phlatformer, besides the sheets provided in the kit. What is the thickest sheet that can be formed? I&#039;m interested in buying a Phlatformer to make bowls or caps, maybe an ice tray.<br />
<br />
Also, can you vacuum form PLA in the Phlatformer?<br />
<br />
thanks]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>1</slash:comments>
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      <title>Tip for pulling tall objects</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 2010 03:21:13 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/tip-for-pulling-tall-objects.1824/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Flashsolutions)</author>
      <dc:creator>Flashsolutions</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pulling a taller object, say a 3&quot; cowl for instance may end up creating wrinkles where the plastic folds in on itself.<br />
<br />
After some experimenting with various methods recommended by others in the field, I found this one to work the best...<br />
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Before you load your plug, be sure to apply a liberal amount of baby powder over it to help release the part after forming.<br />
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Heat the plastic till it sags about 2&quot; and then swing the arm over your part and press down without applying vacuum.   <br />
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Take a...<br />
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<a href="http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/tip-for-pulling-tall-objects.1824/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Tip for pulling tall objects</a>]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>3</slash:comments>
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      <title>Phlatformer project</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2010 19:09:27 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/phlatformer-project.1512/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Chuck)</author>
      <dc:creator>Chuck</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Mark...I made a mold (plug?) to produce four canopies for the GEEBEE foamie. Not knowing what I was doing, I used 1/4&quot;poplar and criss-crossed it so each arm would be a canopy when cut apart. I used the clear plastic and am pleased at how well they came out. I had one that was kind of puny, don&#039;t know why, but I feel experience and practice will prevent that. Anyhow, cut one away and glued it to a scrap piece of White Depron. It looks great so now I need to build another GEEBEE to put it on....<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/phlatformer-project.1512/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Phlatformer project</a>]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>16</slash:comments>
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      <title>What material is used to pull air through?</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 08 May 2010 23:06:02 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/what-material-is-used-to-pull-air-through.1488/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (mick40)</author>
      <dc:creator>mick40</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Subject tells it all, just curious what is used that allow the vacuum to suck through the egg crate surface, noticed it&#039;s sealed at the edges.<br />
<br />
I&#039;m looking to make rock molds so I can make my own concrete rocks!<br />
<br />
Thanks,<br />
<br />
Mick]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>3</slash:comments>
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      <title>12 Plastic Plates</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2010 13:09:01 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/12-plastic-plates.1489/</link>
      <guid>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/12-plastic-plates.1489/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Hankado)</author>
      <dc:creator>Hankado</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Would it be possible to use a 12&quot; plastic plate if a mod was made to fit the plate in the platformer?<br />
<br />
I was thinking about this today as many of the inital pulls are just test and not a final one.<br />
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Just did not want to waist all my testing on the good styrene.]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>4</slash:comments>
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      <title>New Phlatformer</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2010 12:33:11 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/new-phlatformer.1485/</link>
      <guid>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/new-phlatformer.1485/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Chuck)</author>
      <dc:creator>Chuck</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Mark and Trish: Phlatformer arrived today as I was on my way out so I have not had time to even look into the box. I&#039;ll have to say that was pretty fast shipment, thanks! I&#039;ll just dig into that box tomorrow as today is already shot af far as I am concerned. Thanks to you both.<br />
<br />
Chuck<br />
...somewhere in Indiana...]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>1</slash:comments>
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      <title>Making multiple items at once</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2010 12:23:19 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/making-multiple-items-at-once.1486/</link>
      <guid>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/making-multiple-items-at-once.1486/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Servelan)</author>
      <dc:creator>Servelan</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[How would you space multiple small items to vacuum form simultaneously?  Would three times the height be a good approximation?   These would be very small items for dollhouse miniatures...]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>2</slash:comments>
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      <title>Questions</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Apr 2010 02:06:26 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/questions.1448/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Flashsolutions)</author>
      <dc:creator>Flashsolutions</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[What is the cost of the kit?<br />
<br />
Does it come with the heat source?<br />
<br />
What is the cost of the plastic?<br />
<br />
Where do I get replacement stock?<br />
<br />
Does the vacuum unit come with it?  If not, what size unit is required and what are the specs for the hose connection?<br />
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Sorry for all the questions.  They may have been covered elsewhere, but I have not had time to follow the discussions lately.]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>3</slash:comments>
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      <title>PhlatFORMER fun machine</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2010 13:10:35 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/phlatformer-fun-machine.1200/</link>
      <guid>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/phlatformer-fun-machine.1200/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (kram242)</author>
      <dc:creator>kram242</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<b>Hey guys just wanted to give a place to share your ideas and opinions on the new Phlatboyz machine the PhlatFORMER <img src="styles/default/xenforo/clear.png" class="mceSmilieSprite mceSmilie1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" /><br />
Here is the video and some pictures from the live PhlatLAB show where we build and show case prototype #1 of the PhlatFORMER<br />
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<i>We have to say that we are super happy the way this tool turned out for a first prototype especially with all the new features added and tried for the first time. The next phase will be testing and experimenting with different materials and heat...</i></b><br />
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<a href="http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/phlatformer-fun-machine.1200/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">PhlatFORMER fun machine</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Unable to watch Phlatformer machine videos</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2010 14:38:07 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/unable-to-watch-phlatformer-machine-videos.1401/</link>
      <guid>http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/unable-to-watch-phlatformer-machine-videos.1401/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Chuck)</author>
      <dc:creator>Chuck</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I am unable to watch videos demonstrating this machine so I do not know what it does or how it does it. I read something about needing a &quot;heat source&quot; and a &quot;vacuum&quot;, but don&#039;t have a clue what I am heating or vacuuming. Please post some specs which explain how this machine works and what it will do. I like the introductory price offer but from where I sit I would be buying a pig in a poke. Any information would be great and I like the concept. <br />
<br />
Chuck<br />
...somewhere in Indiana...]]></content:encoded>
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