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  1. Thread: Wanted: Anvil

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    pjhmetalworks @gmail.com He makes them to order,...

    pjhmetalworks @gmail.com
    He makes them to order, so may be an option. Located in Brisbane though...
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    Wia 256 Internals

    Does anyone have any knowledge of WIA 256 internals?

    I got a hand-me-down unit that doesn't fire up. Yet to poke over it with a multimeter and follow the wiring, but theres no fan and a small...
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    One of the reasons I'm glad I don't live in...

    One of the reasons I'm glad I don't live in Emerald anymore, especially since there's more range of delivery options here too. :D

    - Jay.
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    Give IWS a call and see what they charge (I...

    Give IWS a call and see what they charge (I forgot to keep my price list, but I think they were pretty cheap). Locations
    Or try your local SPW dealer
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    In terms of connectors what kind could I use to...

    In terms of connectors what kind could I use to 'connect' the split cable shielding so I can terminate it in one place (plastic case idea) as I would prefer to not run glands and cables through to a...
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    There are a few online retailers:...

    There are a few online retailers: https://www.eltech.com.au/product-category/391/industrial-cables/power-cable-screened
    Treotham Automation - Supplier of Quality Electrical & Mechanical Components -...
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    I'm probably over-thinking the shielding for my...

    I'm probably over-thinking the shielding for my entire build, but without an in-depth knowledge of electrical systems I'm going to try eliminate interference as much as possible :D
    Probably heading...
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    Shielded Cable 4core 1.5mm^2/2.5mm^2

    Just looking if anyone has some shielded cable suited for a vfd or servo drives.

    If not, does anyone need some (in the case I find a cheap roll)?
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    Depending on what console you have, this worked...

    Depending on what console you have, this worked for the SNS kit:
    On startup (after the beeping) press . and it should bring up the menus. Set your lathe to MILL_2 and cycle through until you see 'R...
  10. Thread: Weld Positioner

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    Weld Positioner

    Hey Metalworkers!

    Just started to make my weld positioner/rotator.
    Nothing fancy like some of the projects around, but it will turn things for me.

    Plans for it: Adjustable speed, no fancy...
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    My Shenzhen scales have been working beautifully...

    My Shenzhen scales have been working beautifully so far. They have some awesome postage times through DHL as well.

    Sent from my SM-G900I using Tapatalk
  12. Thread: 200a~ AC/DC Tig

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    Anyone used a Fronius Magicwave 2200? Just saw...

    Anyone used a Fronius Magicwave 2200?
    Just saw one for sale, I'm interested.
    I love the Fronius mig at work

    Sent from my SM-G900I using Tapatalk
  13. Thread: 200a~ AC/DC Tig

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    I'll keep that in mind, thank you. I've had...

    I'll keep that in mind, thank you.


    I've had my eye on it for a while, just hard pressed spending over about $1500 though I've heard only the best about them.



    They look good, still a bit...
  14. Thread: 200a~ AC/DC Tig

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    200a~ AC/DC Tig

    Looking to find a 200a ac/dc TIG here in Brisbane.

    Cigweld/Lincoln could do, Unimig preferred.

    Looking for a good condition unit.
    Thanks!
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    Anything really, 2" bore or more would be nice,...

    Anything really, 2" bore or more would be nice, but the bore won't be used.

    I started tonight, this was some lucky dip 20mm rectangle plate.
    I think it's bis, super hard.

    I'll make a thread...
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    Cheap or Free Old 3 Jaw

    Looking for a cheap or free old 3 jaw in the Brisbane area.
    Still in reasonable condition just for a weld rotator, so it doesn't need to hold any tolerance.

    Many tanks,
    - Jay.
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    My previous image link is broken, but here are my...

    My previous image link is broken, but here are my guys:
    363841

    Also managed to find some for my work buddy for even cheaper. both work beautifully
    363842
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    300mm Digital Verniers for $200, they feel and...

    300mm Digital Verniers for $200, they feel and perform like new.
    Envied in the workplace - lucky apprentice, right?
    ...
  19. Thread: Welding lathe

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    We converted an old lathe at work for welding....

    We converted an old lathe at work for welding. Had to change the motor to drop the speed right down, but it works wonderfully. Nice machine to use especially when running a little hot.

    Waiting on...
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    Yeah that's it, I'm a bit rough at times but it...

    Yeah that's it, I'm a bit rough at times but it matches the machines at work.

    Ali support is pretty good if you get completely stuck, but make sure you use very plain text depending on the...
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    http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160717/9b1aee50e...

    http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160717/9b1aee50e4c6fcf40ce6a1b81d0a09b9.jpg
    Loose fit for reference, as I'm just playing with fit ideas.
    Not much room as you said, but it's only a cover.

    I've...
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    I'm fitting the kit on my CY as we speak so...

    I'm fitting the kit on my CY as we speak so tomorrow I'll snap some photos of the fitment and covers for you.
    I'll be trimming the lip off the cover and mounting it to the scale, and sealing the...
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    363390 My scale covers of the same kit measure...

    363390
    My scale covers of the same kit measure 50mm tall by 40mm wide (approx 38.x on the inside as shown) with 10mm lip.

    With approx 1.2 wall thickness


    Got my 2axis and 3axis kit deliverd...
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    I purchased these last Thrusday and they are due...

    I purchased these last Thrusday and they are due for delivery tomorrow. (Shipped out Monday night).
    2 Sets Lathe Mill DRO Kit 2 axis digital readout+ 3axis digital readout with 5 pcs linear scale...
  25. Michael was my year 10/11/12 tech teacher (wood...

    Michael was my year 10/11/12 tech teacher (wood then metal), and I saw him as quite a knowledgeable and patient man (dealing with high-schoolers at least).
    Unfortunately I finished HS as they built...
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    Not my anvil, nor do I smith, but the workshop...

    Not my anvil, nor do I smith, but the workshop manager at the organisation where I am completing my apprenticeship made this bad boy for a customer over the weekend.

    150kg, 900mm tip to tip, 145mm...
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    7.5hp, enough for home use haha. CY 1640

    7.5hp, enough for home use haha. CY 1640
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    Thanks everyone for their recommendations and...

    Thanks everyone for their recommendations and experiences.
    I think I'll try a akko wnmg and large boring bar for heavier cuts (5mm+).

    Probably CTC or dale for the rest as they seem quite good.
    ...
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    What kind of cuts can you take with a CTC? I...

    What kind of cuts can you take with a CTC?

    I may end up getting some CTC tooling for things such as threading just to save a buck.



    Do you any view on comparison, if you've used any others?
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    AKKO toolholder - Any reviews?

    Ello.

    My net searches came up blank so I'm just wondering if anyone has had experience or owns a few AKKO http://www.akko.com.tr/?lang=en toolholders. Turkish made.

    Also TaeguTec holders seem...
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    Yet to use a collet system on a lathe, but I'm...

    Yet to use a collet system on a lathe, but I'm willing to make one up sooner or later.
    Thank you!
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    $850 is superb deal! Do you like the machine as a...

    $850 is superb deal! Do you like the machine as a whole? I've only been on one Hafco chinese style, rest Ajax, Mazuk, Dalians etc.

    68 weight all over the machine, including ways?
    I'd assume any...
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    Ello, from brisbane

    Hello everyone.

    Young fella here from Brisbane always looking to learn, share, and meet some new folks.
    Currently making my way through cleaning a Hafco CL40 (CY1640) lathe and HM52G mill I...
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