⚙ Model Engineering in the UK

warco zx-15 or chester champion

Hi All, Has anyone purchased the warco zx-15 or chester champion mill? If s can you comment on the quality and usabilit...

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posted by colinheath.282p8b

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Digital speed readout

Has anybody made one from scratch? I recently got into writing software for PIC microcontrollers (for work) and it stru...

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posted by atdot

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Proxxon problems

I have (had?) a Proxxon Precision Drill Grinder FBS230/E. I was using it to slowly cut a 3mm slot in some 1.5mm carbon...

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posted by rocketry

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Dewhurst switch parts wanted

Hi As any body got any contact blades of a reversing switch as three of mine have broke off one would get me by for now,...

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posted by kenneth.widdall

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Model steam engine bits

I've been helping the the widow of a recently deceased model engineer to dispose of the contents of his workshop and th...

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posted by bob

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Milling Machine wanted

Hi All, I am looking for a medium size milling machine. I am looking to spen around £400 But will stretch further for t...

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posted by colinheath.280ukb

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Cylindrical Squares

Hi I was wondering if anyone would be interested in turning me a couple of cylindrical Squares? Not looking for anythin...

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posted by paul.morrey

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clear casting medium

Please can anyone give an experience-based recommendation for the above and suitable releasant for a steel mould. The p...

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posted by roland

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induction heating

While windowshopping today there sprang into my attention an induction cooking hob for the price of £49.99. At 1,600 W...

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posted by zenadsl6186

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Help with MIG spares, German speaker required!

Looking for someone to help me out with a German website. I've been looking for the correct feedroll for my Migmate 170...

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posted by aholeintheground

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open crank solonoid engine

An Ozzie friend has asked me if I know of instructions for building one of these. Google turns out many replies but not...

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posted by davecroft

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Spindle Speeds - C6B Lathe

I'm adding additional speed ranges to my C6B, primarily at the bottom end eg 40-400rpm. Similarly nudging the top speed...

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posted by steve.withnell

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Merchant's Force circle.

Does anyone have any ideas of a good place, book or webpage maybe, where I can make a good study of the force circle? I...

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posted by myordinaryaddress

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Whistles

Never had much luck making whistles. Those that I've made to work at all make a pretty pathetic noise. I've based mine...

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posted by david.burrage

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getting small parts made?

I need to get a thrust washer made for my BSA B44. It is hardened steel, ground both sides. Dimensions are OD 1", ID 0....

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posted by antony.adshead

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