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Fw: Hegner Mk.4
Geoff Shepherd
Joel,
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Somehow I knew you might be interested in it. Here is the message I received from the Shopsmith Users Group e-mail list regarding the Hegner: ----- Original Message -----
From: Cort Boyd To: SSUG-L@... Sent: Sunday, February 20, 2000 5:59 PM Subject: Wet/Dry Grinders + I recently purchased a Delta Model 23-700 Universal Wet/Dry Grinder. For those that may be unfamiliar with this model, it has a (snip)... The second (+) part of my post is this: I have a Hegner Accura MK4 Multifunction Precision Machine, plus numerous accessories, that needs a new home in order to make room for a new lathe. If anyone out there is interested, please contact me "off-list" for further information at, sheldondog@... Thanks all. I haven't really had a chance to participate much, but I have learned TONS from just reading the many great posts to this list. Keep up the great work!!! Cort "Just Makin' Sawdust" |
Stop nuts on cross-cut fence
Geoff Shepherd
Maybe I missed it in the manual, but I *think* I figured out the
intended use for two stop nuts in the T-track on the back side of the cross-cut fence, at least as indicated in the assembly sheet that comes with the it. One stop goes on the blade-side of the aluminum clamp block (the one that acts as a pivot for the fence), and this stop nut is set so the fence rule is in accurate for 90-degree cross-cuts. The second stop nut goes on the other side of the same aluminum clamping clamping block (between the two clamp blocks actually). This stop nut is set to align the fence rule to be accurate for 45-degree miter cuts. So to get accurate length readings for 90 or 45-degree cuts, you just slide the fence to the stop left or right while adjusting the angle. For in-between angles, it will be off the mark. The only unforunate part of using the second stop nut like this is that it traps the one clamp block on that side of the fence, so moving the fence to the rear position for wide cross-cuts would require loosing that setting. A scribe or pencil mark could save the setting in the mean time. Actually, I suppose there could be a full 45-90-45 lateral degree scale on the back between the stops, but it might vary from machine-to-machine depending on how close the user has set the fence to the blade during initial setup. Then again, most people probably just use a chop saw. :-) ..Geoff (Too much coffee == too much thinking) |
Shaper spindle
Seth Honeyman (Upstate New York)
This is a sort of a survey. When I ordered my BF6-31, I never gave too
much thought to the shaper function. I'd never used a shaper and have a full shelf of router tooling. So I ordered the router spindle and got a shaper spindle essentially as an afterthought. I've since ordered the rebate head - the Felder February special - and found that it was only supplied in 30 MM. My shaper spindle is 1.25". Do you think that I should swap in my 1.25" spindle for a 30 MM. Do you think it is worthwhile for the European tooling available or should I stick with the 1.25? Felder has been nice enough to say that they will exchange spindles for me at no charge, so cost is not a prime consideration. Thanks in advance for your thoughts. Regards - Seth |
Re: Shaper spindle
Philip Tamarkin
...I've got 'em both, and, so far, haven't used either...keep in mind that you can
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always bush 30mm to 1 1/4" if needed, also the 30mm will fit the saw blades for slotting. Most major tooling houses offer both bores now, so tooling isn't much of an issue...-Philip Tamarkin "Seth Honeyman (Upstate New York)" wrote: This is a sort of a survey. When I ordered my BF6-31, I never gave too |
Re: Shaper spindle
John Renzetti
hi Seth, I think you should not only get to swap your 1 1/4" spindle for
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a 30mm, but you should also get some money to spend on cutters. The 1 1/4" spindle lists for $330, while the 30mm lists for $220. The 30mm is sometimes on sale from the factory. I would get the 30mm spindle. In doing some research on various shaper manufacturers I found that Felder sells top quality Leitz of Germany cutters for a lot less than Leitz does. You could also get some of the Hammer cutters, which are made of aircraft aluminum instead of the Felder Tool Steel. A good starting point on shaper cutters would be the rebate head and then the universal cutterhead set with I believe 7 profiles. This is on sale now for about $179. There are about 90 different profiles available. Also recommend the adjustable slotting cutter. From there you can add the cope and stick and the panel raisers. Talk to you later, John Renzetti KF7F, AD7-41, AF22(unlike Geoff's, it's the very very loud version) ----- Original Message -----
From: Seth Honeyman (Upstate New York) <sdhoneyman@...> To: <felder-woodworking@...> Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2000 2:07 PM Subject: [felder-woodworking] Shaper spindle This is a sort of a survey. When I ordered my BF6-31, I never gave toofelder-woodworking-unsubscribe@...
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Re: Shaper spindle
Geoff Shepherd
I have three spindles that came with my used BF6-31: 30mm, 1 1/4", and
router. I plan to sell the 1 1/4" to a friend who has a need for it, and I'll just be sure to order 30mm cutters as I build my own collection. I understand some of the heavier-duty cutters (slotting?) use a 40mm bore. From what I've seen, Felder offers quite a good selection of tooling in both their regular and Hammer lines at attractive pricing. I too will soon order the monthly special, and also have on my wish list the slotting cutter, and universal head. Eventually I would like to give a serious go at making my own entry doors and window sashes for restoring my 1915 Bungalow. John recycled some electrons thusly: KF7F, AD7-41, AF22(unlike Geoff's, it's the very very loud version)John - I think they gave you the jet powered version because being a pilot, you would appreciate it more. ;-) ...Geoff |
Dado cutting poll reminder...
Geoff Shepherd
I see we have a few new members to the group - welcome!
Just a reminder - there is an informal survey in progress on cutting dados with (or without) Felder equipment. If you haven't cast your vote yet, visit: I'll close the poll and forward the results to the list in a few days or so. So get your vote in while you can. Any of us can start a new survey - please feel free to do so... good topics might be most-used shaper spindle size, or favorite saw blade. To start a new survey, use the following link: ..Geoff (list manager) |
Re: POLL: Cutting Dados
dolsid
I use a straight bit on the router with the Felder, also use a straight bit
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on a router table, I am in the process of trying to get a dado option running on the Felder but have a backup of using a regular dado set on a Delta table saw in another shop. --- Original Message -----
From: <geoff@...> To: <felder-woodworking@...> Sent: Friday, February 18, 2000 1:57 AM Subject: [felder-woodworking] POLL: Cutting Dados Given that the Felder machines do not normally accept a stacked dado bladeset, what are your favorite/usual methods of milling dados? felder-woodworking-unsubscribe@... and supplies, with everything you need to throw the perfect party! |
Re: Shaper spindle
dolsid
Seth: I am in the same boat. I didn't know "come here from sic'em" about
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shapers I ordered an 1.25 inch spindle assuming that is was a US standard and found Felder did do that size of cutters. I hit the net and found several suppliers in the States so will probably shop here. If I find that I "must have" a Felder cutter will pony up for a 30mm since I understand it is a standard in Europe and that the 40mm is used when spindle deflection is a potential problem. I assume that a larger motor would be in order for the heavier duty cutters that would go on the 40mm.----- Original Message -----
From: "Seth Honeyman (Upstate New York)" <sdhoneyman@...> To: <felder-woodworking@...> Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2000 1:07 PM Subject: [felder-woodworking] Shaper spindle This is a sort of a survey. When I ordered my BF6-31, I never gave toofelder-woodworking-unsubscribe@...
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Re: Stop nuts on cross-cut fence
Geoff Shepherd
Oh well - and I thought I was on to something truly clever... turns out the
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tip about the stop nuts for automatically aligning the cross-cut fence only works on the fence for the outrigger table. The regular cross-cut fence doesn't provide enough lateral adjustment to compensate for the difference in the stop scale at 45 degrees vs. 90. For that one, it looks like I either have to mark and measure manually when cutting at 45 degrees, or add about 54 mm to the desired length and set the stop to that (not a big hassel, but prone to error). ...Geoff ----- Original Message -----
From: Geoff Shepherd <geoff@...> Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2000 7:17 PM Subject: [felder-woodworking] Stop nuts on cross-cut fence Maybe I missed it in the manual, but I *think* I figured out the |
Re: Stop nuts on cross-cut fence
APGAR, Lee, GCM
jeff-- I somehow got signed up twice for the group and am getting two
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copies of every msg. Could you please delete one of my entries? Thanks. My email is lee@.... -----Original Message-----
From: Geoff Shepherd [mailto:geoff@...] Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2000 1:38 PM To: felder-woodworking@... Subject: [felder-woodworking] Re: Stop nuts on cross-cut fence Oh well - and I thought I was on to something truly clever... turns out the tip about the stop nuts for automatically aligning the cross-cut fence only works on the fence for the outrigger table. The regular cross-cut fence doesn't provide enough lateral adjustment to compensate for the difference in the stop scale at 45 degrees vs. 90. For that one, it looks like I either have to mark and measure manually when cutting at 45 degrees, or add about 54 mm to the desired length and set the stop to that (not a big hassel, but prone to error). ...Geoff ----- Original Message ----- From: Geoff Shepherd <geoff@...> Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2000 7:17 PM Subject: [felder-woodworking] Stop nuts on cross-cut fence Maybe I missed it in the manual, but I *think* I figured out the ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To Post a message, send it to: felder-woodworking@... To Unsubscribe, send a blank message to: felder-woodworking-unsubscribe@... ------------------------------------------------------------------------ eGroups.com Home: - Simplifying group communications This e-mail is intended only for the addressee named above. As this e-mail may contain confidential or privileged information, if you are not the named addressee, you are not authorised to retain, read, copy or disseminate this message or any part of it. ** |
Re: Shaper spindle
John Renzetti
I usually recommend that new owners get the 30mm spindle with the shaper,
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unless they already own a number of 1.25" cutters. The 30mm cutters are available from a number of US manufacturers or US offices of European manufacturers. However, the best prices are the Leitz cutters that Felder USA sells. I think Charlie Norton did a price comparison between Felder and LeitzUSA and Felder was much less expensive. Felder is starting to sell some 1.25" cutters but these cost a little more than the 30mm. I don't think you'd ever need the 40 or 50mm bore cutters unless you were into some heavy duty continuous manufacturing of large moldings or window and door frames. The Felder catalog lists one set of cutters at 40mm for window and door manufacturing. This set runs almost $4000. Sometime soon the new year 2000 catalog will be available in English. In the meantime usually most of the normal cutters available that are in the big Leitz Lexicon can be acquired through FelderUSA. For something really special, SS Schmidt in NJ, will make up anything you can think of. They did this for a huge cutterhead for Mike Simmons(Geoff Shepherd bought his BF6-31) From what I understand this cutter was about 5" high and 8" in diameter. Take care, John Renzetti ----- Original Message -----
From: dolsid <dolsid@...> To: <felder-woodworking@...> Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2000 1:37 PM Subject: [felder-woodworking] Re: Shaper spindle Seth: I am in the same boat. I didn't know "come here from sic'em" aboutthat I "must have" a Felder cutter will pony up for a 30mm since I understandit is a standard in Europe and that the 40mm is used when spindle deflectionis a potential problem. I assume that a larger motor would be in order forthe heavier duty cutters that would go on the 40mm.----- |
Re: Shaper spindle
David DeCristoforo
Seth
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Actually, you should have BOTH spindles. The 1.25" is a standard U.S. size and the 30mm is a standard Euro (metric) size. Most U.S. made cutters will only be offered in 1.25" or 3/4" whereas the Euro tooling will be 20 or 30mm. Having a 1.25" and a 30mm will give you the most flexibility. David DeCristoforo "Seth Honeyman (Upstate New York)" wrote: This is a sort of a survey. When I ordered my BF6-31, I never gave too |
Re: Voting Results: Cutting Dados
Geoff Shepherd
Well, we're officially at 40 members.
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I closed the poll for the dado survey, and the web site sent out a results message that isn't terribly clear... the number after each option is the number of votes received. So, it looks like "Other" wins, and a tie between the high-speed spindle with straight bits vs. just using a hand-held router. I suspect "Other" for most people probably means another table saw... or maybe a dado plane (or that CNC milling machine in the corner, used just for dados of course). :-) So - who is the voter using Hersaf bits? I was thinking of giving these a try, but would like to hear more from someone using them. I would also like to give spiral bits a try, but wow are they expensive! ..Geoff ----- Original Message -----
From: eGroups.com Poll Results <geoff@...> Sent: Sunday, February 27, 2000 12:33 AM Subject: [felder-woodworking] Voting Results: Cutting Dados Here are the results of the vote: |
Kay Phasemaster Question
Geoff Shepherd
Hi all,
When I start up my Kay MA-1 Phasemaster, it sounds like it has bad bearings (whining) until it warms up a bit. This unit was never used, but sat for two years on its pallet before I purchased it with the BF6-31 and AF-22 from Mike Simpson in Oregon. Does this model have grease fittings? Should I go get a grease gun and the recommended lubricant (Chevron SRI) and try lubing up the bearings? Or do they all do this? The temp in my shop these days is about 60F give or take. Also - thanks to Felder USA for footing the bill on the "No Ads" option for our group... the advertising at the bottom of our messages and the banner ads on our group site have been eliminated. ..Geoff |
Re: Kay Phasemaster Question
Mark Rupersburg
Geoff;
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This sounds (get it?) like a question for the manufacturer.? It seems like anything that was exposed to a? shop environment could be crudded up.? Maybe Kay has a? LN option -- like on your dust collector ;-) Mark Geoff Shepherd wrote: Hi all, |
Re: Voting Results: Cutting Dados
Mark Rupersburg
Geoff Shepherd wrote:
Well, we're officially at 40 members.It may be that some keep a Unisaw used just for dados and big, ugly ripping. My shop isn't big enough to 2 saws -- unlike some in the PHL area ;-) Last year I hand dug 90 cubic yards for an exterior entrance to my basement shop. Next year I'm getting a backhoe to increase the size of my basement by 12 x 15 so I have room for more tools. It still won't be large enough for 2 saw, so I'll have to cut dados some other way. BTW, you don't need a CNC machine to cut dados. A manual mill works just fine. Best regards, Mark Rupersburg
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BF6 Dovetails Figured Out
Geoff Shepherd
Thanks to John Hartshorne's over-the-phone advice, I was able to get the
system-format aluminum extension table perfectly aligned with the dovetail coupling system on my BF6-31. Using my parallel fence as a straight-edge and a set of feeler gauges, I was able to get the extension aligned to within .002". Not bad. Third time's the charm, right? So, my theory of slightly different dovetail angles was all for naught. I used a jig on my stationary belt sander to grind the adjustment bolt heads flat and square. I lubricated the threads and washers of the clamping levers with a bit of beeswax (before there was anti-seize compound, there were busy bees). Then I followed John's procedure to start with the lower bolts first and only bring the upper bolts into play last. In a way, it is like getting all four legs of a table exactly the same length... if one of the bolts is in or out too far in relation to the other three, the table does not align well and will rock up and down. With the table aligned, I can actually feel/hear a satisfying "thunk" sound as the bolt heads engage the dovetail face simultaneously. I was also surprised at how much weight this system can take without deflecting. ..Geoff |