spuddevans

I've used this technique with extreme macro photography, see below for a sample of a rusty head of a slot headed screw.

There are several free or open-source software solutions, the one I've used is CombineZP http://www.hadleyweb.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/



As I recall that one is made up of 14-17 frames

Tim

Following along quietly here Brian (until now) Nice design.

Quote from: Brian RupnowThe cylinder is pretty simple. The slots which create the fins are the scary part. I know my small mill does a great job cutting .094" wide x 3/8" deep in aluminum. Probably it wouldn't grunt at cast iron. Steel though---Ah, Jeez, I'm not sure about that.

A slitting saw would work easily in cast iron, just take it easy on the feed.


Tim

Quote from: JoI still feel one of the failings of the education system was that they never taught us how to wire a three pin plug

Isn't it "Green to Brown, Brown to Blue, Blue to bits!!" 

Quote from: JoDon't forget that without suitable qualifications in the UK you are not allowed to put a 13A plug on the end of a 240V mains lead  .

Thankfully Part P regs only apply to England and Wales, Bonny Scotland and good old N.Ireland can still fry themselves as they/we please 


Tim

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Good Progress there Jo, I have to admit I'd love to have a larger lathe, but then I'd need a larger mill to match, and then I'd need a larger workshop Etc etc etc

Many thanks from me too for posting the pics, some real top quality workmanship on show there.


Tim

Quote from: PStechPaulI'd like to get a small chunk of titanium, just to see what it looks and feels like, and maybe see how it machines, but I don't want to pay a lot for the dubious pleasure. 

I've made a couple of rings (a replacement "work" wedding ring, and a couple of thumb rings for my better half) out of titanium (I bought a few offcuts off ebay)

On my little machines (X2 and C2) it is pretty tough stuff to work with. For turning I used carbide tooling/inserts, Hss blunted too quickly and then work hardened instantly. Then when turning you need to apply coolant as if you don't the swarf has a nasty habit of catching fire (and it burns incredibly bright, like welding bright!!)

For milling I found that Hss cutters would work if shallow cuts taken and the cutter not allowed to rub (work hardening again)

If you have flood coolant (I don't) I imagine it would machine a lot easier.

On the positive side, you can turn it to almost paper thin sections that are still pretty tough; it's surprisingly light; and you can get some pretty colours by either heating it or by magically applying high voltages to it via a electrolyte solution.


Tim

Quote from: Jo I hope you enjoyed it

I certainly did, Thank you for the journey


Tim

I've nothing constructive to add, just to say that your work is great, and I enjoy following your progress.

Tim

Well done Brian 

I was quite surprised by the speed of the woodsplitter, having seen videos of some of the full sized units and how they inch so slowly. My mistake was to think that yours was going to move fairly slowly too.

It certainly makes a nice addition to one of your engines, all you need now is an automatic "log" feeder mechanism and you'll be all set for a fascinating display at any model engine show.

Tim

Quote from: Admiral_dkI never seen an European product using M3.5 but encountered them in many US electronic products ....

I think most electrical outlet boxes in the UK have M3.5 fixings to attach the front switchplate/sockets.


Tim

Glad you're ok Chuck, good for you for taking note of warning signs.

Tim

Awesome!! I have no other word than Awesome. Great progress Steve.

Tim

Take whatever time you need, Tjark, family and their health have to come before hobbies. Wishing your wife a speedy and full recovery.

Tim

That jig is a great idea, consider that one filed away for future reference, thanks.

Now to settle in for the ride.
Tim

Hi Joe and welcome to the forum.

Nice workshop/machines, I look forward to seeing what you are making.

Tim ( Mi0TME )