Micro Compound-Lever Biomass Briquette Press

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Parts List, Notes & Drawings



Notes:

1. The press is designed to accommodate a biomass mold height of 3 with either a 3 or 4
diameter. If you desire a height greater than 3 , increase the length of parts A & B by the
increased height of the desired mold, and retain the accurate location for the holes at the top of
both Part A and Part B. Also, increase the length of Parts J , K & M appropriately.

2. To minimize swelling of the plunger, Part J , caused by the absorption of moisture, coat the
plunger with oil, grease, lard or any similar water repelling substance.

3. To capture waste water you can tilt the press for drainage by either lengthening the lower
section of Part B (below the base plate, part D) or use the optional cradle, Part F.






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PART PCS DESCRIPTION
Stock 2 1 x 3 x 96 See material cutout diagram on page 7.
Stock 1 1 x 5 x 96
A 2
1 X 3 X 16 , channel = 1 wide x 7/16 deep, 2 from bottom end of
stock. 3/8 hole centered on stock, 2 from top. See note 1
B 2
1 X 3 X 24 , channel =1 wide x deep, 2 from bottom end of stock.
3/8 hole 2 from rear and 2 from top. See note 1
1 X 3 X 29 , with two blocks on end 1 X 3 X 3 /each
C 1
Two holes, one on the block end, from top and centered. The second hole
is from top and 5 from opposite end.
D 1
1 X 5 X 30 , base plate with grooves, see drawing below for cutouts and
additional dimensions. Fasten with nails or screws
E 1 1 X 3 X 32 , tapered handle, see drawing for hole locations.
F 1 Cradle, see drawing for dimensions. (Optional) See note 3
G 2
Connecting Arm, 1 X 1 X 8 , 3/8 holes, 1 from each end, centered on
work, see drawing.
H 2 Removal Rails, x 3.5 x 2 with x cut-out .
Mold Plunger, sized to fit inside the 3 PVC mold
J 1 7 long with 1 1/8 hole, 5 Deep. See note 1 & 2
K 1
4 long, schedule 40 PVC with 1/8 or 3/16 holes on centers. See
note 1
L 1
Base Plate, Metal or Plastic, made of two pieces, 1/8 thick, size the ID
dimension to fit inside the 3 mold, see drawing for details.
M 1
Mold, 3 of 3 schedule 40 PVC with 1/8 or 3/16 holes on centers. See
note 1
N 1
3 x 5 x 1 Optional stabilization spacer
(Use to stabilize upright [B] if joints are loose) Fasten with nails or screws
P 2 3 x 3 x 1 , 3/8 Hole from top, Centered L to R
Bolt 3 3/8 x 5 Machine Bolt/Nut
Bolt 1 3/8 x 8 Machine Bolt/Nut
Washer 16 3/8 washers
Fasteners 8 Nails or screws to fasten joints


Micro Compound-Lever Biomass Briquette Press
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Removal J ig Final Compression Location


Removal Rails End Views


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Micro Compound-Lever Biomass Briquette Press
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Material Cutout Diagram


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