This tutorial demonstrates how to build a homemade vacuum wrap box designed to wrap small emblems and parts in vinyl wrap. The video outlines the materials and construction steps needed to make an airtight suction tool at home. By applying heat to the wrap material and switching on a vacuum, the box creates an airtight seal that pulls the film smoothly around tiny objects.
Required Materials and Assembly
To make the box, you need a metal tray taken from an Amazon Basics 3-tier rolling utility cart. A metal tray is chosen so it does not break under pressure. You also need a piece of wood from a local hardware store that fits underneath the bottom of the tray.
To assemble the unit, apply caulk between the tray and the wood base. You can use any caulk, such as DAP Alex Plus acrylic latex caulk or black caulk. Once the caulk is applied, clamp the pieces together securely so they hold. Next, cut an opening in the wood for your vacuum hose using a hole saw from a Ryobi carbon hole saw set.
Using the Wrap Box
Once assembled, the box connects directly to a vacuum hose. When you heat the vinyl material and turn on the vacuum, suction pulls the film tight over small items. Aura Vinyl vinyl wrap uses a cast polymer hybrid film with a PET backing for smooth application.
FAQ
What does a vacuum wrap box do?
A vacuum wrap box uses heat and vacuum suction to create an airtight seal around small objects. This allows vinyl wrap to pull tightly and evenly over tiny emblems and parts.
What materials are needed to make a DIY wrap box?
You need a metal tray from an Amazon Basics utility cart, a fitted wood base, caulk, clamps, and a Ryobi carbon hole saw to cut an opening for the vacuum hose.
Why is a metal tray recommended for a DIY wrap box?
A metal tray is used instead of plastic so the frame does not crack or break when vacuum suction is applied.