---
title: Extrude a Bird Feeder
slug: extrude-a-bird-feeder
description: Bird Feeder Made from Recycled Plastic using an Extruder

For detailed instructions, visit our blog and view the video:  
[Link to Blog](https://menorplastic.com/disenamos-el-mejor-comedero-para-pajaros-con-plastico-reciclado/)
tags: ["PP","HDPE","extrusion","product"]
category: Products
difficulty: Easy
time: < 1 week
location: San Javier, Spain
---
import { Image } from 'astro:assets'
# Extrude a Bird Feeder
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Bird Feeder Made from Recycled Plastic using an Extruder

For detailed instructions, visit our blog and view the video:  
[Link to Blog](https://menorplastic.com/disenamos-el-mejor-comedero-para-pajaros-con-plastico-reciclado/)

User Location: San Javier, Spain
## Steps
### Step 1:  Select plastics

Crush the plastic intended for use (preferably HDPE) and fill the extruder.


<Image src={import('./WhatsApp_Image_2020-04-04_at_16.50.09_4.jpeg')} alt="WhatsApp Image 2020-04-04 at 16.50.09 (4).jpeg" />


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### Step 2: Pick some cardboard

Use cardboard tubes from toilet paper rolls or similar items. Place some fabric inside.


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### Step 3: Rolling plastic

Gradually wrap the plastic around the cardboard, altering the direction for added strength.


<Image src={import('./enrollando.png')} alt="enrollando.png" />

### Step 4: Demolding

We let it cool and then slowly remove the cardboard.


<Image src={import('./enfriando.png')} alt="enfriando.png" />


<Image src={import('./estructura.png')} alt="estructura.png" />

### Step 5: Feed it

Your bird feeder is now complete and ready for use.


<Image src={import('./final-individual.png')} alt="final-individual.png" />


<Image src={import('./WhatsApp_Image_2020-04-04_at_16.50.08.jpeg')} alt="WhatsApp Image 2020-04-04 at 16.50.08.jpeg" />


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