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05-27-2020, 06:29 PMno, it's a hot forging process using grooved rollers to force the metal over a "bullet shaped" mandrel. just go look at the videos!8 replies | 120 view(s) -
05-27-2020, 06:29 PMI don't have a link, but look up Bystronic, Cincinnati Inc., Trumpf, Amada, BLM, etc. Go to their websites, that's where the impressive videos are....83 replies | 5660 view(s) -
05-27-2020, 06:29 PMMichaelP replied to a thread Ceramic inerts square and triangle in Tooling, Parts and Accessories For Sale or WantedI've got the package. Everything is in excellent shape. Thank you. Mike5 replies | 543 view(s) -
05-27-2020, 06:29 PMJust in case someone thinks my screen name 'Bluechipx' has anything to do with poker/gambling type chips, no. it came from my high school machine...57 replies | 1897 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:22 PMOr wasting the hours of yer life if it is for "braggin' rights", not a genuine need .. preferably one being PAID FOR. By "others." Not yer own...12 replies | 75 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:20 PMBefore I did the work you see above I tried to get Ellison to take off the toolchanger as that was the big obstacle. They politely said 'hell no'....57 replies | 2486 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:20 PMneilho replied to a thread 45kg's/100lb. Arrived today for a cleanup. in Antique Machinery and HistoryYou cad, you! :D11 replies | 463 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:20 PMOk think I just say it differently. If the print says .250" +/-.005" I say it as I have to hold that part within ten thousandths. Or .250" +/-.0005"...12 replies | 75 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:20 PMHolding tenths is easy. I like to hold at least 50 of them at a time.12 replies | 75 view(s) -
05-27-2020, 06:19 PMEver seen a Burr Beaver? Harig Bur-Beaver Deburring Chamfering Beveling Machine - 265-100 - Penn Tool Co., Inc11 replies | 246 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:19 PMOnce someone plunges below the surface of "thousandths" a whole gang of genies raise their heads. All kinds of culprits you wouldn't dream of in...12 replies | 75 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:17 PMGood, clear info published that would help others source the damned SPRINGS that "just fit" could be of value. PITA / nuisance item. More...15 replies | 3493 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:15 PMMark Rand replied to a thread OT - opening up as best we can. AKA - is it still just the seasonal flu? in Manufacturing in America and EuropeYour lad's already got resurected once on PM! :D1005 replies | 28082 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:14 PMNot to derail, but I need to see a video of that... Must look like it's defying physics! EDIT: This video seemed like the fastest one I could...83 replies | 5660 view(s) -
05-27-2020, 06:13 PMSo never having seen a late model 10EE in the flesh, this is a pure guess. I am thinking the round knob next to the apron hand wheel is like on any...5 replies | 205 view(s) -
05-27-2020, 06:13 PMRemoving a garage door and installing it is not a big deal, your not touching the tracks. Cutting out a section and patching it back in after your...57 replies | 2486 view(s) -
05-27-2020, 06:12 PMI can play a spammer role. In fact, I could put all those wannabes to shame.........:D Whooooooosh.....57 replies | 1897 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:11 PMIf you have city water, I would highly recommend a water powered backup pump. I've never had the water to the house fail in any sort of emergency....21 replies | 665 view(s) -
05-27-2020, 06:11 PMJust keep bugging them to play phone tag ~ but they probably know it's gonna be cheaper for you to tear up your garage than take apart the machine. ...57 replies | 2486 view(s) -
05-27-2020, 06:09 PMSo they basically punch the center out? Even if it's 1" OD x .5" ID x 20' long...?? I'd like to watch that..... :D8 replies | 120 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:08 PMholding +/- .00005 would be splitting tenths. :D12 replies | 75 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:08 PMSo if I see or hear "that lathe/mill can hold tenths" roughly means it can hold .0003" whether +/-.00015" or -.0003/+0" ect.?12 replies | 75 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:02 PMPersonally, I would be much more concerned about a brand new machine sitting outside in the weather then I would be about having a huge hole in the...57 replies | 2486 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:02 PMBoat Brat replied to a thread Deckel FP2 Aktiv maintenance and repair in Deckel, Maho, Aciera, Abene MillsHi All, Well I went with option 4. I found a SKF roller thrust bearing race that was a good size, it is a few mm larger in OD but this won’t be a...31 replies | 1379 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:01 PMA gooseneck parting tool. I have one, and the lantern to hold it. This is where I got the idea for running upside down and backwards. Night...57 replies | 1897 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:01 PMMilland replied to a thread What does "HSS" mean to the Chinese? in Manufacturing in America and EuropeI believe this forum calls those "drill shaped objects". I keep a few around for when I'd rather failure be a bend, not break. But almost...38 replies | 1088 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:01 PMempwoer replied to a thread OT - opening up as best we can. AKA - is it still just the seasonal flu? in Manufacturing in America and Europethats not even a matter of belief. it is an undisputable fact of life.1005 replies | 28082 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:00 PMWell yeah.. but WTF? BOTH grinding AND lapping ARE "fiddle farting". Just invested-in and "productized" to make 'em even possible at any...12 replies | 75 view(s)
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05-27-2020, 06:00 PMWhoa gnarley........Like Dude, a tool post with built in stereo speakers?? Wow COOL. :willy_nilly: :crazy: :cool: :bowdown:57 replies | 1897 view(s) -
05-27-2020, 05:59 PMB&W had a tube plant in Beaver Falls Pa, made nooklear grade seamless pipe. My grandfather saved me a clipping about how they bought a foreign...8 replies | 120 view(s)
