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title: Make a Cyclette Shredder
slug: make-a-cyclette-shredder
description: This guide outlines the steps to construct a bicycle-powered plastic shredder. 

The device is suitable for shredding small items, such as caps or bottles, but is not intended for large-scale operations.

It is particularly effective for educational workshops and events, offering a fun and interactive experience.
tags: ["shredder","other machine"]
category: uncategorized
difficulty: Medium
time: < 1 day
location: Moncalieri, Italy
---
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# Make a Cyclette Shredder
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This guide outlines the steps to construct a bicycle-powered plastic shredder. 

The device is suitable for shredding small items, such as caps or bottles, but is not intended for large-scale operations.

It is particularly effective for educational workshops and events, offering a fun and interactive experience.

User Location: Moncalieri, Italy
## Steps
### Step 1: Become a supporter to download ♥️

We are pleased to announce the release of the Cyclette Shredder machine, a collaboration project from Torino. 

The total cost for developing this machine was approximately €600 (approximately $635). For the initial six months, until February 2024, the complete blueprint will be accessible to supporters on Patreon. Thereafter, it will be freely available in this tutorial for everyone.

To support our work, you can become a supporter on Patreon for €7.5 per month (approximately $8). This support includes early access to content, voting rights, and social media recognition.


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### Step 2: Tools needed

### Required Tools for Building a Shredder Bike

- **Old Exercise Bike (ATALA):** Available at second-hand stores.
- **Steel Frame Parts:** Laser-cut.
- **Plexiglass Protection and Box:** Laser-cut.
- **Bicycle Chain and Gear.**
- **Shredder Block.**
- **Additional Customization Items:** Bike pedal, knob, paint.


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### Step 3: Frame

You will need to remove:
1. All plastic parts for cleaning and any others you wish to customize.
2. The metal part in the picture; it will not be used again.
3. The speed cable in the picture; it will not be used again.


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### Step 4: Building the Cyclette Shredder

A video has been created detailing the manufacturing process of the cyclette shredder by Precious Plastic Torino. You may find it informative.

### Step 5: Outcome & customizing

You may paint it according to your preference. Refer to the pictures below for inspiration.

Enjoy shredding.


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