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- Tue Jun 30, 2015 4:29 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Kiln running when it's over 95 outside
- Replies: 4
- Views: 7855
Re: Kiln running when it's over 95 outside
NO, it'll likely ALWAYS be 95 degrees + directly around a hot kiln anyway.
- Tue Jun 30, 2015 2:59 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Potter Wheel as Flat Lap
- Replies: 5
- Views: 10787
- Tue Jun 09, 2015 1:30 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Glues - Update
- Replies: 9
- Views: 21168
Re: Glues - Update
Cr LAurence sells many different types of UV glues, and have a larger variety than the CLK website. They also appear to be cheaper than the mentioned websites. I buy large amounts from CR Laurence and have great success.
- Wed Mar 25, 2015 7:11 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Buying a used belt sander
- Replies: 15
- Views: 20808
Re: Buying a used belt sander
Do you hear that Nay sayers the "Electrician isn't worried about the water and power"
Sorry for that but I've had numerous "discussions" regarding water and electricity here. The people that actually know what they are doing aren't concerned.
I'll send you some images.
Sorry for that but I've had numerous "discussions" regarding water and electricity here. The people that actually know what they are doing aren't concerned.
I'll send you some images.
- Mon Mar 23, 2015 11:31 am
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Buying a used belt sander
- Replies: 15
- Views: 20808
Re: Buying a used belt sander
I bought mine many years ago and haven't gone through them all yet. I had to order a lot of them to get a good price. You can get them from here though https://www.fintechabrasives.com/sanding-belts/silicon-carbide-sanding-belts Kevin does make a good point regarding the 4x106 belts being a better v...
- Sun Mar 22, 2015 5:54 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Buying a used belt sander
- Replies: 15
- Views: 20808
Re: Buying a used belt sander
I have converted plenty of wood belt sanders to be used wet. from 1" x 30" to 4" x 36" and yes sprayed water on them. Make 100% sure to have it plugged into a GFI breaker, I have been doing this for almost 20 years and have not ONCE had the GFI breaker trip because of water. I do...
- Sun Feb 22, 2015 5:16 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Band Saw Recommendation
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5117
- Wed Feb 04, 2015 2:52 am
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: fire polish both sides
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6374
Re: fire polish both sides
anti-gravity machine???
The only way to get a totally smooth finish on both sides is to have both sides not touching a shelf. Basically a drop ring is your only practical way.
The only way to get a totally smooth finish on both sides is to have both sides not touching a shelf. Basically a drop ring is your only practical way.
- Mon Feb 02, 2015 4:16 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: quality glass cutter
- Replies: 20
- Views: 29735
Re: quality glass cutter
I use these http://www.crlaurence.ca/productimages/2/2001_915.gif I use them on everything from Bullseye to 19mm 3/4" float glass. New ones are for thin glass and the old "worn out" ones are for thicker glass. They are $25.00 a dozen, yes that's like $2.00 each. I have some around her...
- Sun Feb 01, 2015 4:04 pm
- Forum: Newcomer Forum
- Topic: Need advice - digital pyrometer make/model
- Replies: 4
- Views: 7802
Re: Need advice - digital pyrometer make/model
Many cheap multi-meters work as pyrometers also. this one from harborfreight $24.00 http://www.harborfreight.com/ac-dc-digital-multimeter-37772.html http://www.harborfreight.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/i/m/image_23361.jpg comes with a a temperature probe,...
- Wed Jan 28, 2015 4:11 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Compatibility Shift
- Replies: 6
- Views: 9353
Re: Compatibility Shift
Can't help... but I have to give you credit for posting this without a single swear word.
I couldn't make a piece like that and have it be ruined without venting.
Cool piece though.
I couldn't make a piece like that and have it be ruined without venting.
Cool piece though.
- Fri Jan 23, 2015 5:24 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Which Bell Style Kiln would you recommend?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6549
Re: Which Bell Style Kiln would you recommend?
Euclids makes some great kiln. They are made in Canada and with our dollar taking a hit lately you'll likely save a significant amount.
http://www.euclids.com/index.php?cat_na ... tric-kilns
http://www.euclids.com/index.php?cat_na ... tric-kilns
- Sun Jan 11, 2015 4:17 pm
- Forum: Newcomer Forum
- Topic: Olympic GFE 126 Lite kiln
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5293
Re: Olympic GFE 126 Lite kiln
It's the Fiber board that's smoking. It will only happen on the first firing. It's an organic binder they use to make it and will go away. Probably smells like burnt sugar.
- Fri Jan 09, 2015 5:09 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: KILN BUILDING
- Replies: 8
- Views: 10288
Re: KILN BUILDING
I've built three kilns now. I learned practically everything needed to do it here.
A great source for parts is
http://www.duralite.com
You can get the elements, hangers, insulators etc. here.
Read the archives and or ask questions.
As home depot says...... You can do it, we can help.
A great source for parts is
http://www.duralite.com
You can get the elements, hangers, insulators etc. here.
Read the archives and or ask questions.
As home depot says...... You can do it, we can help.
- Fri Jan 02, 2015 6:12 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Making a mold of a bowl
- Replies: 18
- Views: 25584
Re: Making a mold of a bowl
Kevin Midgley wrote:yes, but why bother when these are available?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Arcoroc-France- ... 1529797377
You might if you checked their catalog find the same pattern.
REALLY???
- Fri Nov 28, 2014 1:20 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Sandblaster Foot Pedal
- Replies: 18
- Views: 25795
Re: Sandblaster Foot Pedal
The abrasive NEVER comes in contact with any of the housing. It flow directly into the pinch membrane, while I suppose the aluminum would be a better material it may be unnecessary. If pricing is comparable I'd likely go with the aluminum as it'll likely last longer. You need to untread both ends of...
- Mon Nov 24, 2014 2:36 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Sandblaster Foot Pedal
- Replies: 18
- Views: 25795
Re: Sandblaster Foot Pedal
I've been using there pinch valve for over a couple years and finally did wear out one of the gaskets. It cost $37.00 to replace the bladder, I believe these bladders last a lot longer than the old diaphragm as in the old system the abrasive had to take a 90 degree turn bouncing off the diaphragm ca...
- Sun Nov 23, 2014 4:53 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Sandblaster Foot Pedal
- Replies: 18
- Views: 25795
Re: Sandblaster Foot Pedal
Yes, I use a this pedal. http://ikonicsimaging.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/FootPedal_Replacement_II_WEB33.png with this valve http://ikonicsimaging.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/RichwayValve_Replacement_II_WEB3.png These work with pressure pots NOT SIPHON. They do also have the valve MArty...
- Sun Nov 23, 2014 3:54 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Sandblaster Foot Pedal
- Replies: 18
- Views: 25795
Re: Sandblaster Foot Pedal
http://ikonicsimaging.com/wp/store/prod ... ies-parts/
These guys sell a foot pedal that operates a pinch valve. I've been using this system for a years and really prefer it to the old rayzist diaphragm setup.
These guys sell a foot pedal that operates a pinch valve. I've been using this system for a years and really prefer it to the old rayzist diaphragm setup.
- Fri Nov 14, 2014 12:15 pm
- Forum: Techniques and Tools
- Topic: Float differences
- Replies: 9
- Views: 11324
Re: Float differences
go to a glass shop to get the glass it'll likely be cheaper than lowes AND you can ask them if they have a tin light and mark the tin side.
Other wise pretty much what Morganica said
Other wise pretty much what Morganica said