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19th Oct 2022, 10:00 PM #1China
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Boiler plans
I was not sure where to post this so I posted here, does any one know of a book/Plans that is available on how to build a small boiler I am thinking of using Copper. I apologise if I have posted this previously, I checked and could not find any reference.
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20th Oct 2022, 01:19 AM #2Golden Member
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There is a very simple boiler located in the Ken Wells steam tractor plans meant for a simple oscillating type toy engine- you'll find them over at the Home Model Engine Machinist forum in the downloads section - need to be a member to download - just in case you not a member I post the plans here.
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20th Oct 2022, 03:52 PM #3
There have been a lot of boiler construction articles in Model Engineer over the years, mostly for model loco's and traction engines etc. However they are generally published over a number of issues, and sometimes there might be a gap of a couple of issues between one article and the next. Most of the stuff they have done for model loos up till th 90s were in copper, as were a fair percentage of other types.
Your intended use determines the size etc, and there isn't much point in trying to search for articles without knowing size, style and purpose.I used to be an engineer, I'm not an engineer any more, but on the really good days I can remember when I was.
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20th Oct 2022, 04:25 PM #4China
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Thanks for the replies, I wish to build a Jewellery steamer as seen here ( about half way through video ) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbkscJqD39Q
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20th Oct 2022, 09:07 PM #5
That is quite some pressure. 8 bar = 116 psi.
You will also need an appropriate heat source as well as a water pump.
The easy way might be to adapt a coffee maker.
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20th Oct 2022, 10:19 PM #6Intermediate Member
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For boilers of that ilk it would pay to acquire a copy of the AALS (Australian Association of Live Steamers)boiler code that specifies sizes of materials and methods of construction.
it would also be advantageous to belong to a model engineering society to to have the construction overseen and registered as safe by approved boiler inspectors.
The code limits the boiler pressure to maximum of 100psi.
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22nd Oct 2022, 09:48 AM #7Most Valued Member
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making a steam generator? Make sure you put in appropriate safety devices.
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22nd Oct 2022, 10:45 PM #8China
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I fully intend to include all the appropriate safety , I don't want it blowing up in my face.
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