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Step 2CLOSING THE BOTTOM
PVC is a thermoplastic. It softens with heat and rigidifies again when it cools. This property makes it a useful material for inventions.
Cut the section of pipe you plan to use. In this step, you need to cut "fingers" in the bottom end of the pipe and then fold them over to close the bottom. The pipe, in the finished project, will hold several fruit, but only if the bottom of the pipe is not open.
Cut the pipe as shown, heat it over a gas stove, and press the end against the floor until it cools. All the fingers are bent at the same time, and create a flat bottom.
Cut the section of pipe you plan to use. In this step, you need to cut "fingers" in the bottom end of the pipe and then fold them over to close the bottom. The pipe, in the finished project, will hold several fruit, but only if the bottom of the pipe is not open.
Cut the pipe as shown, heat it over a gas stove, and press the end against the floor until it cools. All the fingers are bent at the same time, and create a flat bottom.
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Aug 18, 2009. 12:22 PMlonnyc
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I think I will just duct tape the end with a folded over piece insid so it's not sticky on the fruit...gotta do something with all the duct tape left over fo the wallets...
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Jul 27, 2009. 8:41 AMev372
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Try dipping the PVC pipe in boiling water in order to soften it. Then fold the bottom fins inward. I used to work for a company that made PVC outdoor furniture and the owner used a water tank with a heating element to soften the PVC pipe and then bend it 90 degrees; worked perfect and no fumes or fire.
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Jul 20, 2009. 1:23 PMjasonbradley
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Aaagh! Be careful. Fumes from heated PVC are quite toxic. Perform this step in very well ventilated area!
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Jul 23, 2009. 8:36 PM
Thinkenstein (author)
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Thinkenstein (author)
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I have added a warning step about toxic fumes. Thank you for mentioning it.
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Jul 22, 2009. 6:50 AMishtalk
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Why don't use one of those pipe end stoppers and glue it in place, like tradesman have on top of there trucks to store pipes etc, and is used on potato cannons
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Aug 25, 2009. 9:24 PMThinkenstein (author)
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Thinkenstein (author)
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I'm sure your idea would work. PVC caps cost money though, and would be a little heavier than using this way to close the end. Also, this way allows drainage of water, if it is ever left standing vertically outdoors. The edge of the cap might also snag on branches while using the picker. This way is more streamlined.
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