Recyclingcodes
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I develop practical 3D designs at the intersection of software, hardware, prototyping, and modern manufacturing. My models are designed for clear function, clean construction, modularity, and good reproducibility. If you like my work, I would appreciate a free boost. This directly supports the further development of new designs, technical solutions, and documented projects.
Recycling Codes
This laser and cutting profile contains a collection of common recycling codes as clean SVG templates. The symbols indicate what material a package or object is made of, thereby supporting better sorting, recycling, and material identification. The recycling code typically consists of the arrow triangle, a material number, and often a material abbreviation; it can be helpful for waste separation but does not replace local disposal rules
My goal is to provide all future Maker World projects with appropriate material and recycling symbols. This should make used materials more easily identifiable, facilitate later disposal, and promote a more conscious approach to recycling in the maker community
The profile is suitable for laser engraving, laser cutting, labeling signs, sorting boxes, workshop organization, recycling stations, educational materials, and maker projects. The SVG files can be used on wood, acrylic, cardboard, and other suitable materials
Included are, among others, recycling codes for plastics, paper/cardboard, metals, and natural materials: 01 PET, 02 PE-HD, 03 PVC, 04 PE-LD, 05 PP, 06 PS, 07 Other, PET-G, ABS, 20 PAP, 21 PAP, 22 PAP, 40 FE, 41 Aluminum, 50 FOR Wood, 51 FOR Cork, and PLA
Linked 3D Printing Profile
This laser and cutting profile is linked to the corresponding 3D printing profile. While this profile is intended for engraving, cutting, and flat SVG labels, the corresponding 3D printing profile contains print-ready models in .3mf format
Those who need flat signs, engravings, or cutting templates use this laser and cutting profile. Those who want robust, raised, and haptic labels will find the suitable addition in the linked 3D printing profile
Note
The recycling codes describe the material used. Whether a product can actually be recycled depends on regional disposal rules and the specific material composition
Sources
- Verbraucherzentrale: Meaning of Recycling Codes on Packaging
- EUR-Lex: Decision 97/129/EC on the Identification System for Packaging Materials
- ISO 11469:2016: Identification of Plastic Products
Usage Notes
Please check dimensions, tolerances, material choice, and print settings for your specific use case before printing. Minor adjustments may be necessary depending on the printer, filament, slicer profile, and intended use.
If a bill of materials is included, it should facilitate the reproducibility of the model. The specified materials, filaments, or Maker’s Supply parts are to be understood as practical recommendations. Some sets may contain more parts than needed for a single model.
Supplemental Technical Files
For selected projects, I provide supplementary development files on GitHub, such as Gerber files, schematics, PCB layouts, firmware, software code, and technical documentation.
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Feedback, make pictures, ratings, and constructive suggestions for improvement are explicitly welcome. They help to further improve the models and document them even more helpfully for other users.
Thank you for your support and good luck with printing, building, and further development.
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