DIY threads from a plastic bottle

Often on vacation or on a hike you need a rope. But not everyone takes it to the dacha or a short picnic. However, there is a way out of this situation - a rope can be made from improvised means. Any outing into nature is not complete without plastic containers, and they can be used to create a cord. If you want to learn how to make rope from a plastic bottle, check out the instructions below.

Rope made from a plastic bottle. Production and Application

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Quite a long time ago we came across a video on the Internet that told how to make a rope from a plastic bottle, or rather, get it by cutting this bottle in a rather original way.

Why such a rope was needed was still unclear, but I was very pleased with the example of recycling plastic bottles, which constantly appear in incredible quantities in every home.

And then the time came when they not only improved the “tool/machine” for cutting rope from a bottle, but also began to come up with ways to use the resulting “product.”

First, about the device that cuts the bottle

on the rope:

The design has already been improved and makes it easy to cut a rope from a bottle - all you need is the design itself (which is small in size and easy to manufacture), a bottle and one free hand. In addition, the new design of the bottle cutter allows you to cut ribbons of different widths (from 1 mm to 1 cm) without rearranging the blades.

What is needed to create such a bottle cutter?

- a piece of corner or channel (a corner with a wall thickness of 2.5 mm), - a blade from a stationery knife, - 2 M5 nuts, - an M5 pin or a piece of wire, - a wooden spacer block. In the cut channel you need to drill a through hole for an M5 bolt like this so that this hole coincides with the mounting hole of the utility knife blade. Then, stepping back from the drilled hole by the width of the nut, make cuts (rather thick) in the corner of different lengths. The depth of the cut will limit the width of the tape.

All that remains is to assemble the bottle cutter. To do this, you need to insert a blade into the channel, and, aligning the holes, thread a pin through them (see video - the pin is bent in the direction of the slots) or wire. And, if you have a channel, open the channel walls with nuts, and if you have a corner, then clamp one of the corner walls with nuts.

To force the other end of the blade, insert a wooden spacer into the bottle cutter. That's all. It doesn’t even have to be fixed in a vice or other support - it’s a manual bottle cutter.

When you pull the tape, try to pull it towards the bottle - otherwise the tape will break within just a few centimeters.

Here are some
ways to use
rope from a plastic bottle that have already been invented: - the thinnest tape (1 mm) can be used on a donk, - to wrap the handles of hammers, axes and other tools, - to create reliable detachable connections, - to fasten/repair parts of garden furniture, - to knit reinforcement for the foundation, - have a lot of shrink rope for various household needs, - weave baskets and bags, - weave lampshades, - etc.

And finally, an idea came to mind that forced us to go shopping to buy parts to create a “structure for cutting a bottle,” since it became obvious why we specifically needed this rope.

FOR PICKUP.

Of course, the fence is temporary, but so necessary during the development of the site and the only possible one for the period of building a house and other more important matters: while there is still time and money to erect a “serious” fence of the site. Often, by the way, there is no need to fence all the available land: a plot near a house is one thing, a large vegetable garden in a village is another. So, let’s return to the fence. What kind of fence is this where you can use a plastic rope from a bottle? Imagine a wicker fence, different types of which we often see in “thematic” villages, parks, and various natural ennobled tourist places. They look beautiful, the material for them is available (branches, sticks), and when living in the village, it’s free (at the same time you will be able to clear the thickets along the now non-existent village street, and clean up the swamp, and the abandoned garden and... in general, there is a lot of material for building a fence you can find a lot without difficulty). There is only one concern left - how to securely fasten these “fence parts” together so that you don’t have to constantly patch it up. This is where a rope from a plastic bottle comes to the rescue. How to apply it and strengthen it (reliably soldered) is also shown in this video.

When heated, the tape thickens and shortens. The author of the video heats it up using a hair dryer. This results in a free, very strong and detachable connection of almost any parts.

All that's left to do is get down to business! And no screws or nails, which would cope with the same task with a much less reliable result.

A loop made of pet tape can withstand monstrous loads, does not rust/rot, it will not move or slip, you don’t mind using it, and it’s easy to get it at any time, and completely free of charge.

And here is the three-minute video itself from the miracle master lawyer Egorov on Youtube

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Pros and cons of homemade fishing line

The invention with the help of which one makes a household fishing line with one’s own hands is called the “bottle cutter”. The advantages of fishing line obtained in this way include:

free source material;
sufficient strength - a thin fishing line can support fish up to 2 kg;
heat shrink properties;
wide application for various purposes.

the length of one skein is limited by the capabilities of one bottle;
the strength is significantly inferior to purchased fishing line;
requires time to manufacture.

Machine for cutting tape from a plastic bottle

One of the global problems of modern society is waste disposal. Proper use of household waste will help you not only make the environment much cleaner, but also solve many problems without much effort and expense. We would like to give you one of these useful tips on how to properly recycle plastic bottles and what can be made from them.

How to make a rope from a plastic bottle

Often on vacation or on a hike you need a rope. But not everyone takes it to the dacha or a short picnic. However, there is a way out of this situation - a rope can be made from improvised means.

Any outing into nature is not complete without plastic containers, and they can be used to create a cord.

If you want to learn how to make rope from a plastic bottle, check out the instructions below.

Manufacturing of the machine

If you often have to make rope from bottles, it is worth creating a special machine for making it. It will allow you to produce a large volume of products in a short time.

Necessary materials

You can buy materials for the machine at any hardware store. However, most of them can be found in any closet or garage. The set of materials for creating a machine for cutting plastic bottles includes:

duralumin or any metal corner for the base (20-30 cm);
the blade of a construction or stationery knife - it is best to use a construction knife, it is more durable;
2 M6 screws, 2 nuts and a washer of the same size for fastening;
metal rod with a diameter of 6 mm.

To make the machine you will need a hacksaw for metal and pliers and a drill with drills for metal.

Preparatory stage

In the metal corner you need to make four round holes, two on each side. Their diameter must match the size of the screws. They should fit tightly in the holes. On one side, holes are made slightly smaller than the size of the knife, about 1-1.5 cm. Then, at the same distance, holes of the same size are drilled at the ends of the knife as on the corner.

Meanwhile, on the outer part of the corner, on the fold itself, you need to make a cut with a hacksaw. It is sawed at an angle of 15-20˚, the wider the slot, the thicker the rope will be. The slots are made just below the holes for attaching the knife. It is assumed that the cutting edge will be visible through the holes.

Note! On one corner you can make several holes of different thicknesses and produce products of several sizes.

The other two holes on the opposite side of the corner are needed for fastening the metal rod. Before this, it must be bent into the letter “G”, and the small bent part must be bent again to secure the rod with a nut to the corner at a right angle. The distance of the holes on one side of the angle should correspond to a small part of the bent rod. When assembled, it should “sit” tightly in the base of the machine.

Assembly

After the holes are drilled, you can assemble the machine. The rod is inserted into one of the sides of the corner so that its long part is on the same side as the outer part of the bend. The knife is attached to another part of the corner; its cutting part should “look” at the fold of the corner.

Advice! If you're going camping and don't want to take up space with a machine, take a potato peeler or a cheese knife with you. With their help, you can make a simple rope from a bottle, but such tools are not suitable for long-term work. In addition, they allow you to make a tape of only one thickness.

When the nuts and bolts are secured, the machine is ready for use. It is more convenient to work by securing the lower part of the angle in a vice. But, if you want to make a rope in nature or on a hike, the machine can be secured in the ground or in a hole in a board.

Using bottle rope

Rope made from a plastic bottle is a universal material. It can be used for both technical and creative needs. This material is used for:

Tying reinforcement during construction. Plastic rope does not oxidize, unlike wire. In addition, special clamps for knitting are not cheap, which cannot be said about rope made from bottles.
Tool windings. Often wooden handles slip off due to sweat and long work. Wrapping with rope is more reliable than electrical tape.
Garden furniture repairs. In the garden or garden plot, wicker and plastic furniture is often found in everyday life. It is not very durable and often needs repairing. Transparent rope made from plastic bottles will firmly fasten small cracks and will not spoil the appearance of the products.
Weaving baskets and handbags. Translucent household containers are practical in everyday life. In addition, they have an original appearance.

In addition to the above methods, decorative interior items and furniture are woven from rope. With sufficient skill, you can create interesting, and most importantly, unique products.

Source: https://bouw.ru/article/verevka-iz-plastikovoy-butilki

Variety of crafts

It is easy to make original necklaces, bracelets, hairbands and earrings from thin canvas. You can create entire compositions by giving the ribbon the shape of flowers. Acrylic paints apply evenly to the material, allowing you to give products a variety of color options.
A very thin tape 1 mm wide can replace fishing line when fishing. It will also be useful as a clothesline, or hanging a winter bird feeder, but it will last much longer.
The use of plastic tape is indispensable in construction. Formwork for the foundation, installation of a fence will take less money using plastic fasteners. You can lift heavy loads to the desired height.
When moving or transporting furniture and household appliances, homemade tape will protect all property from damage.
For a gift or designer box, material with a width of 5 to 10 mm is suitable. Using a few meters of inexpensive raw materials, it is possible to weave a laundry basket, for toys, or a whole set of boxes of different sizes, but in the same color scheme. In the same way, unique lamps are made, sconces and floor lamps are restored.
A hammock is one of the best ways to relax and unwind in your garden. To create it you will need a tape 10-12 mm wide, a piece of thick fabric and a furniture stapler. Having chosen the supports, tie 2 plastic pieces (without tension) around each, and heat the knots with a hairdryer for better fastening. Wrap the edges of the fabric around the tape and connect with a stapler. Do the same with the second ribbon and the other end of the fabric. Holes are made along the width of the canvas with scissors, narrower strips are made and attached to the bases (stands).

Sources:

https://izobreteniya.net/primenenie-pet-lentyi-iz-butyilok/ https://usamodelkina.ru/2542-primenenie-lenty-iz-plastikovyh-butylok.html https://homius.ru/idei-ispolzovaniya -plastikovyh-butylok.html https://7ya-i-ya.ru/kak-sdelat-samomu/8505.html

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Making a multifunctional fishing line-rope from a PET bottle

What distinguishes a survivalist from an ordinary person is not camouflage, supplies and a stash of knives in his pockets. The differences are primarily at the level of thinking. An ordinary person looks at a thing and uses it according to generally accepted stereotypes. And the survivalist looks and thinks, “How can it be useful to me?” And this applies to everything - even ordinary plastic bottles.

The methods of their use are very diverse: water purification, building material, and much more.

But our comrade Fyodor Stepanov (he has already repeatedly shared with us his cunning know-how, for example, making a smokehouse for fish from an army cauldron) discovered another effective application - from PET bottles you can make a particularly strong fishing line-rope . Moreover, he not only figured out how, but also made a video about it. Below are the text and words of the author.

This video is about making a fishing line from a plastic bottle. Not tapes, but ropes. PET tape is good for everyone, but it has a number of restrictions on its use.

To make such a rope we will need a bottle cutter, a screwdriver and a hair dryer. The bottle cutter deserves special attention, thanks to its inventor, lawyer Egorov (this friend also made a kayak from construction film - we also have such an article. Editor's note), a link to a video on its manufacture is in the description.

First, we cut a ribbon from a regular plastic bottle. The thickness of the fishing line produced depends on the width of the tape being cut; the thicker the fishing line is, the wider the tape you use. Then one end of the cut tape must be fixed, for example, in a vice, and the other must be clamped in a screwdriver chuck.

We stretch the tape and begin to twist it into a rope. The tape must always be kept taut. If you let go, the ribbon will unravel. Now let's take a hair dryer and heat the tape along its entire length.

Due to the tension force, the heated section curls into a neat spiral, and when it cools back it will no longer unravel. One piece of advice - don't overheat. Polyethylene fluorophtholate easily vulcanizes and loses all its beneficial properties.

Please note: to ensure uniform weaving of the rope, the tape must be periodically twisted during the manufacturing process. That's it, the fishing line is ready.

If an urgent need arises, you can do without a hair dryer and a screwdriver. Using, for example, any stick as a crank, and a lighter or torch to heat the PET tape. But, it is better to use a more technologically advanced tool. Empirical observations have shown that a rope can be made from several layers of PET tape; such a rope is more elastic and stronger, but much thicker.

Now a few words about the use of such a fishing line-rope . As you guessed from the name, this line is perfect for trimmer lawn mowers and mulchers. The cost of industrial fishing lines is high, but here you get it almost free of charge and in unlimited quantities. In addition, the store may not have the type of size you need, but using my method you can make any size.

The fishing line is much stronger than PET tape of the same width and can withstand significantly more load. And thanks to the cylindrical geometry and rigidity, it easily fits into eyelets, grooves and sleeves. I'm sure there are a lot of uses for such a rope. From using it as linen to making bow strings and guitar strings from it.

Share your ideas on the use of fishing line-rope in x.

Author: Fedor Stepanov

Actually here it is. A completely ordinary plastic bottle turns into a multifunctional product that can seriously make life easier for our fellow survivor. So take this simple technology into your arsenal - you never know where you will need a strong rope.

Source: https://lastday.club/leska-veryovka-iz-pet-butylki/

Comments

I tried to make one like this, and for some reason it didn’t cut very well. After some time there is a break. But this may be due to the fact that I used a fairly thick aluminum profile. but the version from this video caught on perfectly https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhtFHXWpStE

I also made a bottle cutter according to lawyer Egorov’s scheme, there seem to be no complaints. The material used was an aluminum corner from a children's winter sled. Bottle cutter. Why does the tape break? video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWXVoP8qr90

Looks good. Apparently, everything depends on the accuracy of execution. Thank you very much.

Hello everyone, I also repeated the design. It didn’t work out right away, it turned out that the pin needed to be bent a little back, literally 6-10 degrees, depending on the thickness of the tape. And it is important to make the initial edge without burrs; I level it with simple scissors. In addition, there is an idea to also unravel video tapes. And all this, I believe, can be used as consumables for a 3D printer).

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How to make thread from a plastic bottle

The master-host of the channel “Levsha Uralsky” figured out how to make threads so thin that if you collect a strand of them, you will get artificial hair from a plastic bottle. Can you compare them with artificial hair, they are practically no different. Both weight and structure. Where can these threads be used? They are useful in hairdressing for making hair jewelry. For handmade dolls. For making brushes. You can think of other uses. The video shows which bottles produce which threads and hair. Green, blue, acid green, white, brown and turquoise.

The next video is about how to make thread from a bottle.

For this you will need a screwdriver. Ordinary wire. The device is described below. Take the wire and bend it in half. Measure 7 - 8 cm. Bend each side 10 cm. Then up the same amount. You can vary the sizes.

The device clamps the screwdriver. It is important that it rotates more or less correctly. An artificial thread is wound around it.

Craftsmen buy inventions from the best Chinese online store.

Mobile phone stand

You will need: a small flat plastic bottle (for example: lotion), a marker, a stationery knife.

Master Class

Try the phone on the bottle.
Mark the top part with a marker, and draw a “handle” on the back side, as shown in the image.
Trim off excess plastic along the marked lines.
Paint and decorate the stand to your liking.

The plastic phone stand is ready! I recommend watching this video!

DIY threads from a plastic bottle

Materials.—Plastic bottles—Blade from a stationery knife—Plate—Two screws and 5 washers—Nail 120mm
— Copper or aluminum wire.
Tools used by the author - Screwdriver
— Pliers
- Gas-burner.

- Scissors

The manufacturing process. Still, in this article there will be two homemade products. The first is a bottle cutter that is already very well known to everyone. Its simplest version is presented here; there is no point in considering more complex variations, the task is a little different, but you can’t do without it. Here are the materials Roman used.

First of all, on one side, make a lining from two washers, then press the blade to the board with a self-tapping screw.

On the second side, he makes a clamp for the tip of the blade, again placing two washers and pressing with a self-tapping screw and a third washer.

That's it, the simplest bottle cutter is ready!

Now, having cut off the bottom of the plastic bottle, and pressing its upper part, pulls the ribbon, unraveling the entire bottle. In this case, the washers act as stops.

This is how the plastic tape turned out.

Roman proceeds to the second homemade product, the actual target one. All tools and materials.

First, bend the wire in half, then bend it so that you get the letter T with a short base.
Now bends the edges so as to create a “slingshot” shape.
Everything is ready, the resulting slingshot is clamped in the screwdriver chuck.

The technological process itself begins. Lights the gas burner. He heats the tip of the nail and wraps a melting strip around it to create a molten drop of plastic at the end.

Touching the tip of the slingshot with the molten drop, he starts the screwdriver. This is how the thread is drawn out; it hardens very quickly in the air due to rotation and low thickness. To obtain the required volume, repeat the procedure several times.

Roman removes the wound threads, trims defective drops and edges with scissors.

These are the threads we got. Yes, their length is small, but they can be used in design; their color will depend on the original color of the bottles. If you place them on the surface and heat them until they melt, you will get interesting patterns. The same method can be used to glue two surfaces with low heat capacity.

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