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  1. Thread: John

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    I use Pro-Tech Laser and have found them to be...

    I use Pro-Tech Laser and have found them to be reasonably priced and have recommended them to others on this forum. Last time I checked they didn't provide a CAD service (that may have changed) but...
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    Clough42 has recently done a couple of videos on...

    Clough42 has recently done a couple of videos on balancing grinding wheels (surface grinder) that may be of interest https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jva9HLB5pUw
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    Sticky: $7.21 + postage...

    $7.21 + postage https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004181436327.html
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    Thanks Stewart - I have tracked some down and I...

    Thanks Stewart - I have tracked some down and I will give it a go.

    Grant
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    Oil for 6 x 4 Bandsaw

    I thought I had seen some suggestions on the Forum for gearbox oil for generic 6 x 4 bandsaws but a search didn't reveal much.

    I am thinking something similar to Penrite Pro Gear Oil 75W-90 GL-4...
  6. Bunnings sell 1-way screws: ...

    Bunnings sell 1-way screws:

    https://www.bunnings.com.au/pinnacle-1-way-anti-theft-security-screws_p0102035

    eBay options as well:

    https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/332774232657
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    Try one of the online services - just upload a...

    Try one of the online services - just upload a file and you will get back some indicative pricing straight away.

    https://www.xometry.com/
  8. Thread: Tractor grapple

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    I was wondering how this project was going -...

    I was wondering how this project was going - should have thought to look in this sub-forum. I have found Sunny (Pro Tech Laser) very easy to deal with and happy to take on "hobby" work (although I am...
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    Maybe a set of metric / imperial gauge pins would...

    Maybe a set of metric / imperial gauge pins would be useful to test the sizes. At least an excuse to buy some if you don't already have them.
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    Sticky: I bought 2 of these a few months ago - the earth...

    I bought 2 of these a few months ago - the earth wires weren't connected to anything, just stuffed behind the board the LEDs were mounted to. Be careful!
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    Same here!!

    Same here!!
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    From my research it would seem that CNC plasma is...

    From my research it would seem that CNC plasma is not for the faint hearted! The plasma produces an enormous amount of electrical noise that causes havoc if effective shielding is not consider up...
  13. Pro Tech Laser are in Rhur St. What you are after...

    Pro Tech Laser are in Rhur St. What you are after doesn't look to complex - I can knock up a drawing if you sketch up what you need (might help with other companies if you are getting some quotes).
  14. I normally use a company in Dandenong called Pro...

    I normally use a company in Dandenong called Pro Tech Laser. The owner is a guy called Sunny Singh (0431 807 473). Admittedly I normally provide him with a .dxf drawing of what I need so I am not...
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    Autodesk have now said that the personal use...

    Autodesk have now said that the personal use version will continue to export STEP files.
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    Been watching a couple of his videos - very...

    Been watching a couple of his videos - very informative!! Thanks for the link.
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    A Couple of Interesting Videos

    I don't think these have been posted here before and I thought they may be of interest:

    The Science of Flatness
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWa3F4bKJsE

    The Science of Small Distances...
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    Earlier this year Solidworks was offering a...

    Earlier this year Solidworks was offering a hobbyist use version for 12 months free. I believe it is a full version but haven't tried it so can't be sure. The Solidworks link:
    ...
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    I normally do a search for the item I want and...

    I normally do a search for the item I want and then sort by number of orders. This let's me take advantage of the collective wisdom of the many before me and also generally overcomes the "no stock...
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    Is that the place on Canterbury Rd near "The...

    Is that the place on Canterbury Rd near "The Nook" (half way between Bayswater Rd & Dorset Rd) that has a lot of non-ferrous scrap? I have bought aluminium from them before but never knew they had...
  21. Thread: CNC Build

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    CNC Build

    In 2009 I posted in the Woodwork Forums about my plans to build a CNC Machine:

    Planning my first CNC machine

    9 years later I have finished it!!

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    No need to measure it up - I have some 6mm & 8mm...

    No need to measure it up - I have some 6mm & 8mm scrap so if it is around that size that's good enough for a BBQ I think.
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    I like the design. We are currently trying to...

    I like the design. We are currently trying to convince Parks Victoria to put in a BBQ near the Yarra River around Wonga Park. There was a BBQ but they removed it a few months ago because it was...
  24. Thread: Powtran VFDs

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    I deal with other Chinese companies that have...

    I deal with other Chinese companies that have told me a similar story. The difference appears that when they transfer money from PayPal they do so as a large amount from many transactions so that the...
  25. Thread: Powtran VFDs

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    $35USD seems a bit steep seeing they already...

    $35USD seems a bit steep seeing they already charge a premium for PayPal vs Western Union - I would like to understand what the cost difference is caused by so I can convince myself it is justified....
  26. Thread: Powtran VFDs

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    I ordered a PI160 2R2G1 last night. Nicole sent...

    I ordered a PI160 2R2G1 last night. Nicole sent me an email today saying the freight company had picked it up and it was on its way. I went for the cheap shipping so the ETD is 8 - 10 days which is...
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    BobL, Is a 72" x 2" so no where as big as your...

    BobL,

    Is a 72" x 2" so no where as big as your beast - I think a 1.5kW will be OK. Appreciate your thoughts on the e-brake.

    I have emailed Nicole Chan for some pricing.
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    VFD / Motor Combination

    I am looking for a VFD / Motor Combination for a 72" belt sander I am building. Probably about 1.5kW to 2kW. The thread on the Powertran VFD looks interesting and either the 2.2kW (PI160 2R2G1) or...
  29. I had this problem on one of my CIG MIG welders -...

    I had this problem on one of my CIG MIG welders - turned out I had the wire speed turned down too low!!
  30. Thread: 3DPrinter

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    If you are looking at a CR-10, might be worth...

    If you are looking at a CR-10, might be worth considering a Tevo Tornado. Basically the same as a CR-10 but with a better heating system for the plate (about the only issue with the CR-10). Banggood...
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    We use to have our 1st year apprentices make a...

    We use to have our 1st year apprentices make a Letter Box but it didn't have much appeal to 16-17 year olds. We changed it to a Cantilever Toolbox and the level of interest and quality of work went...
  32. Thread: Beam deflection

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    About 76mm according to this site...

    About 76mm according to this site https://www.easycalculation.com/engineering/mechanical/deflection-hollow-rectangular-beams.php
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    Guys, Thanks for all of the information,...

    Guys,

    Thanks for all of the information, thoughts and suggestions. As I said, this is just the sart of the project and this sort of feedback is invaluable. Some answers and thoughts:

    1. I have...
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    PFC = Parallel Flange Channel

    PFC = Parallel Flange Channel
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    Thanks for the reply Keith_W. I am just starting...

    Thanks for the reply Keith_W. I am just starting this adventure and I have far more questions than answers!!

    I am assuming that for a plasma cutter the accuracy required would be less than for a...
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    Making a Steel Beam Flat

    Might be a question for the CNC Forum but I thought I would try here first.

    I am thinking of making a CNC plasma cutter that can take a full sheet (2440 x 1220). The X Beams will be about 3100mm...
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    Most of it is covered above. I call the plastic...

    Most of it is covered above. I call the plastic inserts "tube sliders" but I am unsure whether that is the industry name. They are okay as long as there is no load on them. Here is one place in Oz...
  38. Thread: Rivnuts?

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    Use them all the time (may be not that particular...

    Use them all the time (may be not that particular make but something very similar), mainly for sheet metal work. Work well!!
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    Can you pass on the contact details for Toly. Is...

    Can you pass on the contact details for Toly. Is he is a memebr of this forum?

    Thanks,

    Grant
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    I have bought a couple of motors off Conon Motors...

    I have bought a couple of motors off Conon Motors and have been happy with their service. They have a good range and are reasonably priced. They have a shop front in Glen Waverly and also an eBay...
  41. Probably best with an adjustable LPG regulator. I...

    Probably best with an adjustable LPG regulator. I believe gas hoses need to be crimped, not held in place with screw clamps. I would try Gameco - they are used extensively by the blacksmithing...
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    I am with Pete F on this. An Arduino Uno, grbl...

    I am with Pete F on this. An Arduino Uno, grbl shield and 4 x stepper drivers can be had for under $20. That way you can control it using G Code. Don't think you could get the electronics much...
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    I have seen upright compressors at Costco and I...

    I have seen upright compressors at Costco and I recall been surprised at how big they were. They appear every 3 months or so (most of their stuff appear to be on some sort of sale rotation). Can't...
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    The Roto Stripper looks interesting. I have...

    The Roto Stripper looks interesting. I have bought a couple of the wire brush attachments for drills / angle grinders over the last few weeks. I have also bought some of those poly paint stripping...
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    Just got back from a few days in Canberra so have...

    Just got back from a few days in Canberra so have only just had a chance to take on board the advice.

    1. Have removed the vertical rod from the tapped hole in the top. The washer was there and...
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    Magnetic Base Problem

    I picked up a couple of bits & pieces at a garage sale for $5. The only problem is that the switch on the magnetic base doesn't want to work. It seems to be stuck on "Off" and won't turn across to...
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    This VW is from a farm out Gisborne way where it...

    This VW is from a farm out Gisborne way where it was at least kept under a tarp. Someone has had a previous attempt at fixing some of the rust - there are a few places where I can seen some pieces...
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    Ok guys - I have been convinced!! I have one of...

    Ok guys - I have been convinced!! I have one of the cabinet type sand blasters so I will limit myself to doing some of the smaller parts. I will look into chemical stripping - if anyone has any...
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    Portable Sandblaster

    I am in the process of restoring a VW Beetle (father and son project). We have stripped most of the panels off the beast and need to sand blast them before painting. Probably will need to sand blast...
  50. Thread: weld positioner

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    I have a couple of 10A ones kicking around - I...

    I have a couple of 10A ones kicking around - I will give them a try. I think the stall current of a windscreen wiper motor would be closer to 15A so might have to invest in a bigger one for the final...
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