Re: Clamps and accessories
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? ? Imran Malik ? ?
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From: [email protected] On Behalf Of Chris via groups.io Sent: Sunday, July 07, 2024 12:35 AM To: [email protected]Subject: Re: [FOG] Clamps and accessories ? James,
I'm about to receive a KF700sp. Just wanting to know what the dims are for the t-nut to suit the slider? I'm sure its in the forum somewhere but cant find.
Thanks,
Chris.
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Re: Bandsaw blades - lesson learned
Greetings; Bock thought I would share a few things. I have a rapid 640 which is a ACM I believe and I mounted comic basic feeder. I find it annoying that I could only rip fairly narrow stuff maybe 5 inch wide so I built a table that mounts very rigid to the corner of the cast table. This allows me to mount the fee feeder in its correct position or can be moved out to about 10 inches away from the blade with the listening of one bolt just slide it back, proving to be quite handy. I also got it out the electrics on the side, which was kind of stupid. I couldn¡¯t work anything from the operator side of the side without a lot of screwing around so I set it up so I have start stop switch in the corner by the operator disconnect disconnect is at the front of the machine instead of the back of it, the power feeder is powered up to the saw so the feeder runs with the saw I also wired it up a nice LED light which also runs when the saw is on. Jason, I have some of those half-inch blades. I haven¡¯t had a chance to use yet. There was a bunch of them came with a saw right now. I¡¯ve got a few 1 inch carb that are on the machine at the moment but anxious to give whatever a try. Designing and building for 50 years
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On Jul 7, 2024, at 8:42?AM, Jason Holtz via groups.io <jholtzy@...> wrote:
? I sliced 12 veneers at slightly over 1/16" from 5/4 bubinga last week with a 1/2" Wood slicer. The cut is probably good enough to glue down. I know carbide is good, but for the thicker kerf and 3x cost I will stick with these. They are fantastic.
Jason Holtz
J. Holtz Furniture
3307 Snelling Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
612.432.2765 -- Jason J. Holtz Furniture 3307 Snelling Ave. South Minneapolis, MN 55406
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Re: Clamps and accessories
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On Jul 6, 2024, at 10:34?PM, Chris via groups.io <Hope752@...> wrote:
James,
I'm about to receive a KF700sp. Just wanting to know what the dims are for the t-nut to suit the slider? I'm sure its in the forum somewhere but cant find.
Thanks,
Chris.
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Re: Bandsaw blades - lesson learned
I sliced 12 veneers at slightly over 1/16" from 5/4 bubinga last week with a 1/2" Wood slicer. The cut is probably good enough to glue down. I know carbide is good, but for the thicker kerf and 3x cost I will stick with these. They are fantastic.
Jason Holtz
J. Holtz Furniture
3307 Snelling Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
612.432.2765 -- Jason J. Holtz Furniture 3307 Snelling Ave. South Minneapolis, MN 55406
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Re: Bandsaw blades - lesson learned
Hi Rich and welcome to the forum. I had a 17¡± Grizzly and a 24¡±. Then I sold those two and bought a FB510, used it a few days and returned it, then bought a Grizzly 21¡± with the electric brake. I think for a hobbyist that¡¯s the sweet spot. I too agree that the wood slicer blades are great.
Bill Belanger?
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On Jul 6, 2024, at 17:38, rsrosemd via groups.io <rsrosemd@...> wrote:
?Hi everyone,
New member here.
I've been operating woodworking equipment for about 60 years (and boy am I getting tired - ba dum bum! ?)
I've had a Grizzly 17" 2hp bandsaw for the last 10 years. I think I know how to adjust bandsaws. The first blades I put on the machine were Timber Wolf. Usually a 1/2" 3 tpi skip tooth. I was never happy with the cut. Good but never really good. I tried many other brands with some better results but not consistent. Never any drift, but never really high-quality cuts.
Then I switched to Wood Slicers 5 years ago. I almost always have a 3/4" 3 tpi blade on the machine. For almost everything. I can resaw or cut 1/16" veneer from any kind of wood. Perfectly straight, unvarying thickness. The surface of the cut almost looks like it came off the jointer. They last a long time. Unless they change their formula, I'll never use another brand.
Rich
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Re: Bandsaw blades - lesson learned
Hi everyone,
New member here.
I've been operating woodworking equipment for about 60 years (and boy am I getting tired - ba dum bum! ?)
I've had a Grizzly 17" 2hp bandsaw for the last 10 years. I think I know how to adjust bandsaws. The first blades I put on the machine were Timber Wolf. Usually a 1/2" 3 tpi skip tooth. I was never happy with the cut. Good but never really good. I tried many other brands with some better results but not consistent. Never any drift, but never really high-quality cuts.
Then I switched to Wood Slicers 5 years ago. I almost always have a 3/4" 3 tpi blade on the machine. For almost everything. I can resaw or cut 1/16" veneer from any kind of wood. Perfectly straight, unvarying thickness. The surface of the cut almost looks like it came off the jointer. They last a long time. Unless they change their formula, I'll never use another brand.
Rich
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Re: New Hammer N440 or Used/like new Minimax S45N
Warranties are a complex subject and the law varies from state to state.? Nevertheless, they exist to protect consumers, especially implied warranties.? In my experience, Felder has some ridiculous notions about seller's responsibilities but will quickly step up if you can show that they are on the wrong side of the law.??
So do a little research about the law in your own state, which probably goes beyond the Felder warranty.? For example, many states impose an? implied warranty of merchantability which generally means the machine does what is supposed to, which yours doesn't and generally dates from sale not manufacture.??
Also, limitations in written warranties like an unexpected start date are less enforceable if the seller didn't make the documents available pre-sale.
A good start would be to Google warranties/consumer advice, especially https//c?on that and related topics, such as where to report abuse.
Good luck and happy hunting.
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Re: New Hammer N440 or Used/like new Minimax S45N
The broken casting for the fence base happened to a few I know as well. In my case, the fit of the base was a little sloppy, which made the fence "swing" into position. The work-around was to push against the fence before tightening down. But this should have beeen unnecessary.
For all of us (with an issue), Felder (in Perth) was prompt in replacing the part.
I compared the parts, and the original had a thinner casting. The fact that it is a casting, which may have hidden occlusions, places it at risk. Having said all this, my replacement is about 15 years old now.
Regards from Perth
Derek
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Re: Free Shipping July 4th only
Continued today. ?Free shipping on most everything ¡ª I bought a spare filter for my RL125.
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On Jul 4, 2024, at 10:41?AM, PK via groups.io <pk@...> wrote:
I know Imran posted it to FB.. Free shipping on the Felder Website today - makes a few things way more affordable:
- Fat 300
- Transport Cart
- HS950
- Hammer J/P combos...
PK
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Re: New Hammer N440 or Used/like new Minimax S45N
I believe Felder?warranty?starts after the delivery, common sense. If Felder told you the warranty?starts from build date, that is ridiculous, completely BS.
Since your invoice is Feb 2024, your machine is 100% under warranty.
James
Imran and Alex,
I bought this as new. Delivery from felder.
I paid in full, the day they provided the invoice.
I did not ask them to deliver a two year old machine.
Purchase date, on my invoice is Feb of this year. It doesn't matter anymore, now I've noticed that the table isn't coplanar (of course, now I'm being picky about everything) and I've already ordered a replacement third party fence.
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Re: New Hammer N440 or Used/like new Minimax S45N
Imran and Alex,
I bought this as new. Delivery from felder.
I paid in full, the day they provided the invoice.
I did not ask them to deliver a two year old machine.
Purchase date, on my invoice is Feb of this year. It doesn't matter anymore, now I've noticed that the table isn't coplanar (of course, now I'm being picky about everything) and I've already ordered a replacement third party fence.
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Re: New Hammer N440 or Used/like new Minimax S45N
Hi Mike,
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In the US, warranties generally start on the purchase date, while some start on the delivery or installation date. ?Basically, the warranty starts when you complete the purchase. ?If you placed a deposit on the purchase, but didn't complete the purchase until just before you received the machine, you might have a case. ?But, warranties vary from company to company. ?The devil is in the details. ?Check your purchase contract. ?Ask Felder for a copy of their warranty policy.
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If I were Felder, I would have you return the part for evaluation. ?If the part is defective, I would replace it under warranty. ?If it appeared to be abused, I would deny the claim.
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Best of luck,
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Alex B.
On 07/05/2024 7:51 AM PDT ~mike <mstens@...> wrote:
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This is a bit late, but perhaps it'll help someone else make a decision in future. I have an N4400 that in the few months I've owned it has been fine. Except that the fence head casting cracked and felder seems to date their warranty from build date. Since this thing sat in their warehouses for two years before it was shipped to me, I'm having to argue about warranty coverage. Long story short, buy used as it doesn't seem to matter. Also, the replacement part is over half the cost of a driftmaster.
What a juice-shop this outfit is.
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Re: New Hammer N440 or Used/like new Minimax S45N
Hi Mike, ? Did this sit in Felder warehouse due to your request or it was just new old stock. In case latter is true, I think you have a strong case. I would also factor in how much of a break in price did you receive. A compromise should be arrived at considering all these factors. ? Imran ?
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From: [email protected] On Behalf Of ~mike via groups.io Sent: Friday, July 05, 2024 10:51 AM To: [email protected]Subject: Re: [FOG] New Hammer N440 or Used/like new Minimax S45N ? This is a bit late, but perhaps it'll help someone else make a decision in future. I have an N4400 that in the few months I've owned it has been fine. Except that the fence head casting cracked and felder seems to date their warranty from build date. Since this thing sat in their warehouses for two years before it was shipped to me, I'm having to argue about warranty coverage. Long story short, buy used as it doesn't seem to matter. Also, the replacement part is over half the cost of a driftmaster.
What a juice-shop this outfit is.
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Re: Sealing Particle Board
Minwax Wood Hardener is worth a try. Works well in my experience on mdf.
Maybe add one more melamine board with edge sealed (epoxy) underneath.
James
On Fri, Jul 5, 2024 at 12:25?AM Michael Garrison Stuber via <mtgstuber= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Folks,
??? I need some advice.? I've been working on making a vacuum
press table.? I put together a torsion box and attached a melamine
top to it.? I CNC cut channels in the melamine to allow the vacuum
to flow.? What I had not adequately considered was how porous the
particle board is.? My vacuum pump is running continuously, and
while the plastic sucks down, I never get over 1" of mercury.? It
seems a lot of the issue is just the airflow through the particle
board.? Any recommendations on the best way to seal the exposed
edges of the melamine and the grooves in the top?
??? Some of the stuff I've seen online has suggested oil-based
poly.? Other suggestions have included glue (all types), and
Gorilla spray sealant.? Thoughts?
??? Note:? The photo below doesn't show the gasketing (applied to
the melamine in two concentric rings that align with the
extrusion) or the polyurethane vacuum bag (applied to the
extrusion).
--
Michael Garrison Stuber
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Re: Sealing Particle Board
It's my understanding that the melamine will seal the faces, and if you use the plastic heat glue edge banding that will seal the edge. Then all you have to do is seal the slots that penetrate the face... I've heard Zinzer primer and then any latex paint.?
Brian Lamb blamb11@... lambtoolworks.com
On Friday, July 5, 2024 at 06:19:38 AM MST, John Hinman <jhinman1911@...> wrote:
Perhaps shellac? It is fast and relatively inexpensive, and easy to apply. It is compatible with most other finishes, so if does not do what you want you can try something else without removing the shellac.
Just a thought.
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John Hinman
Boise ID
K700S and A941
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Re: Sealing Particle Board
Maybe add one more melamine board with edge sealed (epoxy) underneath.
James On Fri, Jul 5, 2024 at 12:25?AM Michael Garrison Stuber via <mtgstuber= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Folks,
??? I need some advice.? I've been working on making a vacuum
press table.? I put together a torsion box and attached a melamine
top to it.? I CNC cut channels in the melamine to allow the vacuum
to flow.? What I had not adequately considered was how porous the
particle board is.? My vacuum pump is running continuously, and
while the plastic sucks down, I never get over 1" of mercury.? It
seems a lot of the issue is just the airflow through the particle
board.? Any recommendations on the best way to seal the exposed
edges of the melamine and the grooves in the top?
??? Some of the stuff I've seen online has suggested oil-based
poly.? Other suggestions have included glue (all types), and
Gorilla spray sealant.? Thoughts?
??? Note:? The photo below doesn't show the gasketing (applied to
the melamine in two concentric rings that align with the
extrusion) or the polyurethane vacuum bag (applied to the
extrusion).
--
Michael Garrison Stuber
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Re: New Hammer N440 or Used/like new Minimax S45N
This is a bit late, but perhaps it'll help someone else make a decision in future. I have an N4400 that in the few months I've owned it has been fine. Except that the fence head casting cracked and felder seems to date their warranty from build date. Since this thing sat in their warehouses for two years before it was shipped to me, I'm having to argue about warranty coverage. Long story short, buy used as it doesn't seem to matter. Also, the replacement part is over half the cost of a driftmaster. What a juice-shop this outfit is. 
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Re: Sealing Particle Board
Perhaps shellac? It is fast and relatively inexpensive, and easy to apply. It is compatible with most other finishes, so if does not do what you want you can try something else without removing the shellac.
Just a thought.
--
John Hinman
Boise ID
K700S and A941
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Hi Folks,
??? I need some advice.? I've been working on making a vacuum
press table.? I put together a torsion box and attached a melamine
top to it.? I CNC cut channels in the melamine to allow the vacuum
to flow.? What I had not adequately considered was how porous the
particle board is.? My vacuum pump is running continuously, and
while the plastic sucks down, I never get over 1" of mercury.? It
seems a lot of the issue is just the airflow through the particle
board.? Any recommendations on the best way to seal the exposed
edges of the melamine and the grooves in the top?
??? Some of the stuff I've seen online has suggested oil-based
poly.? Other suggestions have included glue (all types), and
Gorilla spray sealant.? Thoughts?
??? Note:? The photo below doesn't show the gasketing (applied to
the melamine in two concentric rings that align with the
extrusion) or the polyurethane vacuum bag (applied to the
extrusion).
--
Michael Garrison Stuber
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Re: Felder parallel fence as table extension
I ordered the short (50cm) support rail and will get Brian¡¯s parallel fence.?
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imran
Jason Holtz
Bill Belanger
Jim Fleming