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Strength between c-channel and square tubing

I would like to know for a machine frame(textile dryer) which channel is more suitable for carrying load. 1.6" U-Channel...
8 comments posted 8yrs
posted by Wasantha
8 comments posted 8yrs posted by Wasantha

Merry Christmas to All You Fine Folks

I hope everyone is/was having a good Christmas or otherwise winter fiesta. Please excuse my lab-scents -- bin neglectin...
0 comments posted 8yrs
posted by newgene.mcmensaREMOVE
0 comments posted 8yrs posted by newgene.mcmensaREMOVE

Better Grind for Deep Drilling Stainless ???

I've been roaching out and regrinding twist drills all afternoon. I do a typical 3 facet grind on each cutting edge and...
6 comments posted 8yrs
posted by none
6 comments posted 8yrs posted by none

Southbend four foot precision lathe

There is a Southbend four foot precision lathe for sale near here. The seller states that is well cared for. It has a co...
11 comments posted 8yrs
posted by mike.terrell
11 comments posted 8yrs posted by mike.terrell

Perforated tape and sprocket pulleys?

Metal tape with round or square holes in, engaging with balls or pegs set in pulleys. Firstly any generic name for this...
22 comments posted 8yrs
posted by diverse
22 comments posted 8yrs posted by diverse

Chatter in One Axis Only

I'm starting to get some chatter on the KMB1 when profile cutting along the Y-axis, but not when cutting along the X-ax...
6 comments posted 8yrs
posted by none
6 comments posted 8yrs posted by none

Odd Things About MSC

I use credit cards or debit cards, and keep close track. I still have a few net 30 accounts from when I was a contracto...
12 comments posted 8yrs
posted by none
12 comments posted 8yrs posted by none

DIN rail sources?

[Hey, it's made from steel, ergo on-topic...] I'm seeking sources for 35mm DIN rail. Can't find any local [DC area] and...
4 comments posted 8yrs
posted by wb8foz
4 comments posted 8yrs posted by wb8foz

Problem with 3-ph motor & VFD on my mill

I was getting a electrical tingle from my mill, so I took the motor off to check it. It had a "leak" of very high resis...
5 comments posted 8yrs
posted by BobEngelhardt
5 comments posted 8yrs posted by BobEngelhardt

Embossing Die

I'm not sure how this will work out, but I am going to try it. This is strictly a fun personal project to find out. The...
15 comments posted 8yrs
posted by none
15 comments posted 8yrs posted by none

tool gloat of sorts

Ryobi 18v circular saw, reciprocating saw and chain saw, two batteries and charging station. $31 after senior discount....
7 comments posted 8yrs
posted by phamp
7 comments posted 8yrs posted by phamp

Tailstock DRO ???

Do you get by with the graduated markings on the barrel and the markings on the crank? Have you implemented a poor man'...
6 comments posted 8yrs
posted by none
6 comments posted 8yrs posted by none