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Category Archives: welding
Telescope Mount Adapter
The University of Iowa donated the Rigel robotic telescope to the Cedar Amateur Astronomers. Plans are to install this telescope in one of the domes at the observatory. To mount the scope an adapter is needed to connect the scope … Continue reading →
Posted in Amateur Science, Astronomy, Machine Shop, Metal Working, welding
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Tagged Astronomy, machine shop, telecsope, welding aluminum
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Building A Sand Muller
To do sand casting a muller is almost a necessity. It is difficult to mix up foundry sand either green sand or oil bonded sand without a muller. I have been thinking about how to build a muller for some … Continue reading →
Posted in Crafts, DIY, Machine Shop, Metal Working, welding
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Tagged DIY, foundry, metal casting, sand casting, sand muller
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Bandsaw Stand
I have had a 4X6 inch horizontal bandsaw from Harbor Freight for years. It works reasonably well. I have cut a lot of metal with it. The stand that came with it however leaves a lot to be desired. It … Continue reading →
Posted in Machine Shop, Metal Working, welding
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Tagged bandsaw, central machinery, harbor freight, welding
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