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Offline Rog02

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Metal Spinning
« on: July 21, 2008, 10:10:23 PM »
I am starting this topic to continue the discussion started on the "Little Bit Of Everything" thread.   

Since the discussion was turning more to spinning I thought it might be better to start a new topic.

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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #1 on: July 22, 2008, 01:37:37 PM »
OK Guys:

I am going to be gone for a few days so before I leave town I thought I would post some links for those with an interest in metal spinning.

Link to one person's homemade spinning lathe.
http://www.aardvark.co.nz/pjet/spinning1.shtml

Bazz Shop
http://www.bazzshop.com/

Terry Tynan Metal Spinner
http://www.terrytynan.com/metalspinning.html

James Riser 
http://www.jamesriser.com/CD_Preview/Intro.html

Paul Wiley Metal Spinner
http://www.paulwileyspinning.com/index.html

Metal Spinning Workshop   (Be sure to check out the link to the forum)
http://www.metalspinningworkshop.com/

Making Metal Discharge Balls By Spinning on a Southbend Screw Lathe
http://www.coe.ufrj.br/~acmq/spinning/

Metal Spinning On A TAIG Lathe
http://www.walteranderson.us/hobbies/metalworking/metal_spinning/index.html

Toroids and other mad scientist experiments
http://futuret.110mb.com/syncron99/tube1.htm

Franjo Metal Spinning  Downloadable Videos of Manual and Automatic Spinning
http://www.franjometal.com/metal-spinning/spinning-videos.html

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The usual disclaimers apply!  I have no financial interest nor do I recommend one opinion over another.  This information is presented for entertainment purposes only and any use of said information is on you. 
« Last Edit: July 23, 2008, 10:54:11 AM by Rog02 »
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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #2 on: July 22, 2008, 08:31:09 PM »
Thank you for your efforts Roger, I'm on holiday from wednesday evening so will not be able to give full attention until monday evening .... But I will look at them all  ;D


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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #3 on: July 22, 2008, 08:34:43 PM »
This is funny. I have alwayse wated to try this and I just rented the two part video on spinning. It looks like lot's of fun. There are a few videos on Youtube also.

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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #4 on: July 22, 2008, 08:46:32 PM »
I am going to be renting those videos very soon.

I like the first link with the guys home made spinning lathe. Gives me inspiration.

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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #5 on: July 22, 2008, 09:06:12 PM »
I've got all three of Terry Tynan's dvd's... I just haven't watched and absorbed them all yet!  ::)

I am going to give it serious studdy.... I want my spherical boilers!! (And other shapes too!  ;D  )

Yes Eric.... you know what I am aiming to build!!  ;)  Wind ball  ;D

Try buying a circle cutter on impulse off Flea Bay....(bout 8 months ago) £260.00 ($520.00 ish) ... I thought it would help me in the start of my spinning endevours!!! It only cuts 4" - 36" circles!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I didn't realise it's size  :o !! (It's damn heavy too!)

Still a reliable source told me it is worth about £600.00!!


I'd better get some tooling made and some spinning done!


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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #6 on: July 22, 2008, 09:50:52 PM »
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I'd better get some tooling made and some spinning done!


Ralph.

I just need to figure out what I need for tooling. Gotta get the videos.

I have a few other things I want to make with spinning in addition to the windball...

BTW... I listened to CD#6. Music is cool but WTH is he singing??

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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #7 on: July 22, 2008, 11:13:27 PM »
Wind ball? CD#6? Where?

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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #8 on: July 22, 2008, 11:58:24 PM »
I'm probably going to regret asking, but what is a windball?
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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #9 on: July 23, 2008, 12:20:51 AM »
Hey Roger,

You won't regret asking that question. The windball is actually a aeolipile. Otherwise known as the grandfather of all steam engines. Here is a fantastic reproduction:



Check out this Guys Site. Amazing stuff!

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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #10 on: July 23, 2008, 12:41:26 AM »
Still haven't figured out what kind of lube they are using during the spinning?

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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #11 on: July 23, 2008, 02:57:48 AM »
 ;D CD #6 is how the southern half talk    ::)  :D

I just like it, it was around when I was a kid so I heard one of the tunes last year and came home and downloaded it  ;D  In't technology brilyunt!!  ;)  (if you see Wes at anytime in the future eric you'll have to play it for him  :D )

Wind ball rocks ..... Though I can't see your picture of one eric??  The one on the link is mighty fine  ;D


Just 8hrs to go and I'm on holiday (vacation for you lot over the pond!) Woo Hoo!!!



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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #12 on: July 23, 2008, 11:26:27 AM »
Still haven't figured out what kind of lube they are using during the spinning?
Wes

Wes:

The lubes seem to be pretty much an experiment in alchemy.  The local spinner here uses a concoction of wheel bearing grease (ball bearing), shaved soap chips (Ivory soap), and enough linseed oil to thin it to the desired consistency.

Terry Tynan sells a wax based lube that he prefers at the Metal Spinning Workshop Forum:  Scroll down the page to find the lube.
http://www.metalspinningworkshop.com/Other_Items.html

I have heard and read where old time spinners used sheep tallow for lube, but that is impossible to find anymore.  Whatever lube you end up with it should be used sparingly as it will sling off and since you are working in close proximity to the work, you will end up wearing it.

The one constant I have found in metal spinning is that there are no constants.  What works for one shop, may not work at all in another shop.  Since the trade seems to have been passed from generation to generation, techniques and materials seem to be as much a matter of personal preference as anything.

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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #13 on: August 05, 2008, 01:40:32 PM »
OK!  As you all know you find information in the most obscure places and at the oddest of times.  While searching for an owners manual for my latest band saw acquisition, I came across this posting in the Old Wood Working Machines forum.  The post details how a very talented wood craftsman went about making an ELABORATE spinning chuck for a pewter tea pot being reproduced by an equally talented metal spinner. 

This gentleman documents his posting well both in text and photos so enjoy.  Also included in the first post are some photos taken at the spin shop.  The spinner has some of the nicest equipment I have ever seen.  The Prybil is a thing of beauty!

http://owwm.org/viewtopic.php?t=32108

In a follow up post Mr. Thomas shows the tools and methods he used to make and fit the handles for the tea pots.  Included in that post is a photo of the finished project and it is worth registering just to see it.

http://owwm.org/viewtopic.php?t=39251&sid=791d8f2611ca2ef3a64af421bf4a5a58

Also Wes in the photos taken in the spin shop one picture shows a rolled up towell tied up with string.  That is a cloth soaked in lube and then rolled and tied for use as an applicator.  The spinner touches the end of the roll to the spinning disc to apply a small amount of lube.
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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #14 on: August 10, 2008, 05:36:36 AM »
I'm currently waiting to get onto the forum to find these links you gave.... I have to be cleared by the admin!
I'm also currently thinking about a design for a tool rest/fulcrum point that will mount firmly on my 9x20 lathe... when I have one that I am confident of I will post my scribbles!
For some unknown reason I can't seem to find much time for the shop at the min? We (the Brits) are having our half ass attempt at a summer so I seem to be trying to enjoy it.... Don't know what that's all about!!?!?  ;D

Thank you for your postings Roger, I really need to get this one sorted.... Got to make a windball!!  ;)




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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #15 on: August 10, 2008, 07:02:13 AM »
If your interested in pewter here is a site for casting and spinning pewter.
http://www.aslpewter.com/.
they have at least one DVD out on spinning and working pewter. and For the US members you could rent it at Smartflix http://smartflix.com/
It is a very well done video on the basics of working with pewter including torch soldering.
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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #16 on: September 15, 2008, 03:56:09 PM »
A nice little primer on metal spinning on a wood lathe.



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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #17 on: September 16, 2008, 08:08:51 PM »
I've got to get my tool rest and tools made... I need to try the spinning out.


Glad other people want to do it too... This means that I can learn from others trials too  ;D

Interesting to see that nail in the centre of the form. never seen that before... could stop a super fast spinning circular razor blade from launching across the shop!!



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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #18 on: September 17, 2008, 01:22:00 PM »
Interesting to see that nail in the centre of the form. never seen that before... could stop a super fast spinning circular razor blade from launching across the shop!!
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Center pins are not uncommon for exactly that reason.  The downside is that they do leave a small imperfection that will need to be repaired on the finished shape.  Even with the center pin it is probably still not a good idea to stand in line with the spinning disc.  Also it is a good idea to recheck the tailstock center for clamping pressure after the first pass or two DAMHIKT.  If the tailstock should loosen up the metal can chatter and destroy itself by tearing.

On the other hand the center mark on the windball halves will be desirable as it will mark the concentric center of the hemisphere.
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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #19 on: September 17, 2008, 08:06:21 PM »
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On the other hand the center mark on the windball halves will be desirable as it will mark the concentric center of the hemisphere.
Yes I was thinking that the one part would need a hole so it could be a hole from the start, it would also make it easier to hold when soldering if the hole is there.



Some projects still to move and then I will have space to start the afore mentioned tooling  ;D



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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #20 on: September 17, 2008, 08:39:13 PM »
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Some projects still to move and then I will have space to start the afore mentioned tooling  ;D

...

I think with the pace we are both moving at... we will be done by some time late 2009.   ;D

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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #21 on: September 17, 2008, 10:35:04 PM »
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Some projects still to move and then I will have space to start the afore mentioned tooling  ;D

...

I think we the pace we are both moving at... we will be done by some time late 2009.   ;D

Eric

LOL!   You guys think you are slow?  Things are moving about the speed of smell around my place. :hammer:

BTW,  kewl new smileys!
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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #22 on: September 19, 2008, 12:39:58 PM »
It is not for the lack of want, I just can't seem to find enough time!!.... Maybe I should spend a little less on the computer?!  ???


Early 2009 I hope Eric  ;)



Right off to the kitchen, it's tea time you know  :D



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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #23 on: September 19, 2008, 04:15:07 PM »
Right off to the kitchen, it's tea time you know  :D

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There's your prolem Ralph. Your spending to much time for tea. ;D

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Re: Metal Spinning
« Reply #24 on: September 19, 2008, 06:18:18 PM »
 ;D

Actually the problem this weekend is the model show I'm going to in 5 huors time... leaving approx 5:30 am and driving for 4 hours to get there..... Thats a long way on our little winding roads!!

If there are any things deemed appropriate for this site I will photograph and post them..... Mainly going for the model engines etc though   :thumbup:



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