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by shade-tree
Tue Jan 27, 2015 1:18 am
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: Plasma performance on thin stock?
Replies: 7
Views: 1458

Re: Plasma performance on thin stock?

Thanks for the feedback, guys. Your input helped me decide on the larger machine. Plasma cutting appears to produce much cleaner cuts on both thick & thin stock than the OA I've been using, as long as you stay within its capabilities. Too bad it isn't as portable. But more toys is more fun. :D
by shade-tree
Thu Jan 22, 2015 9:13 pm
Forum: Welding Projects - Welding project Ideas - Welding project plans
Topic: 24 L tank with mirror finish. Any polishing ace's here?
Replies: 13
Views: 1977

Re: 24 L tank with mirror finish. Any polishing ace's here?

Hey Otto. I'm no ace but I have been called something similar. :twisted: Try this: http://www.autopia-carcare.com/headlight-kit.html#.VMFtWS6y7KA I don't know how long it lasts because my truck is only 18 mos old. Time will tell. The sealant is intended to be used each time you wax or seal the vehic...
by shade-tree
Mon Jan 19, 2015 12:45 am
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: Plasma performance on thin stock?
Replies: 7
Views: 1458

Plasma performance on thin stock?

I am ready to start plasma cutting for general hobby work and am trying to decide between the Miller Spectrum 375 X-TREME PLUS and the Spectrum 625 X-TREME PLUS. I’ve scoured the cutting topic and nobody has talked about performance at the light end of cutting. That is leading me to think that perha...
by shade-tree
Sat Jan 10, 2015 2:56 am
Forum: Metal Cutting
Topic: Dry Cut Saw Blades
Replies: 10
Views: 2622

Re: Dry Cut Saw Blades

I used the original blade on my Milwaukee dry saw on-and-off for 2.5 years until it was stolen and it was only down to 13.5". Blade hardness is a trade off between cutting speed and life. My original was clearly a very hard blade and worked very well on thin (1/8") material. When used on a...