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What polarity for TIG brazing

I tried DCNeg and low current using Silicone Bronze rod. It shows lots of promise. The parts are small so the current h...
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posted by borism_-void-_
5 comments posted 20yrs posted by borism_-void-_

Linear Actuator needed

I need a linear actuator that can be mounted vertically to a wall or other surface and be able to support and lift abou...
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posted by Traderman04
12 comments posted 20yrs posted by Traderman04

Grizzly or HF 30" brake/roll : worth a shear ?

Is one of these worth bothering with, mostly for shearing ability?. Anyone know of a decent 30" benchtop manual shear t...
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posted by quasara
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OT: How to test AA alkaline batteries?

My digital VOM probably draws very little current when measuring voltage, so if I am correct, when testing battery volt...
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posted by fdavidander
5 comments posted 20yrs posted by fdavidander

Air Nibbler advice sought

I'm looking to buy an air nibbler for sheet metal. Mostly aluminium and mild steel, some brass and stainless steel. Wha...
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posted by JoeGwinn
8 comments posted 20yrs posted by JoeGwinn

Quincy 2+2 compressor - need specs

Hi All, Does anyone know the specs for a Quincy 2+2 two stage pump. I need to know the recommended rpm and rated cfm. I...
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posted by forhire
1 comments posted 20yrs posted by forhire

Scratch Removal For Polished Stainless Cookware?

Is there a simple one or two step product that would remove surface scratching on polished stainless cookware by hand?...
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posted by alanryder
7 comments posted 20yrs posted by alanryder

Tool gloat: Unused Shaper

Hi! Like a virgin ... Some years ago, I was convinced here that I want a shaper. Looking from time to time at tool deal...
29 comments posted 20yrs
posted by muellernick
29 comments posted 20yrs posted by muellernick

solder and flux for brazing stainless?

What solder and flux should I use for brazing the handle back on a large (italian) stainless saucepan? I've had no succe...
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posted by no
8 comments posted 20yrs posted by no

TIG welder conversion progress report

This is a little update on my TIG welder conversion. I am trying to convert it to a multiprocess welder, CC stick, CC T...
5 comments posted 20yrs
posted by ignoramus2330
5 comments posted 20yrs posted by ignoramus2330

Metal Bracket: Help Fabricating?

I want to fabricate four metal brackets. They will convert IBM T85A LCD panels from non-standard mounting scheme to the...
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posted by trag
2 comments posted 20yrs posted by trag

Drill press recommendations

I'm looking at an Ellis 9400 drill press, which I can purchase for just over $2000 with a power downfeed (free option)....
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posted by 26oo
25 comments posted 20yrs posted by 26oo

FA: Mitutoyo 24" Digital Height Gage

Item number 180002965374 http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180002965374 Thanks, Wally
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posted by wallyblackburn
0 comments posted 20yrs posted by wallyblackburn