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Look for this symbol and sort it out. The rest can be ground up and used for a paving amendment or something.

The HDPE softens at 375°. When it's the consistency of bubble gum (wear gloves) in can be formed, extruded, machined, drilled & tapped, etc. Press molds work well, or a rolling pin on side rails.

Best answer find a [best] use for it.

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https://www.lifewire.com › diy-filaments-for-your-3d-printer-2245
How to Make DIY Filament for Your 3D Printer
18 Jan 2022Use a Filament Extruder to Make Your Own Filament Along with a filament extruder, you'll need heavy-duty scissors and a rubber mallet. The exact process depends on the extruder you use. Here's a look at the general method. Gather and collect your failed prints and sort these by color.

https://hackaday.com › 2020 › 07 › 17 › make-your-own-filament
Make Your Own Filament | Hackaday
a filament extruder using a high torque induction motor and gearbox that was locally sourced. He argues that shipping heavy gear around would make a similar extruder commercially unattractive. He...

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How to Make free & easy filament for 3D printer at home
**** Start making your own filament maker right now ***watch these videos in order:#1 Multicolor printing : Bott...
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