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Hill Top machine has two videos out on his idea for this handy gadget.
Tin Barn Time also made one.
Using a cheap spin indexer and a small motor is the starting point.
This motor is a 220v gear motor. It has a high speed of around 360 RPM. It's high torque so I should be able to seed it up without any problem.
I don't like the idea of using the spin indexer as is without coming up with simple bronze or ball bearings. Of course an oring would be needed to keep out the swarf on both ends.
A 5C platform is a great way to start.
I'll be watching Hilltop Machine and meanwhile, I'll get working on this.
I need to make a base that will hold the indexer and motor off the magnet far enough to give me some work area for at least 5-6" of stock.
See pic.
A long way to go
Tin Barn Time also made one.
Using a cheap spin indexer and a small motor is the starting point.
This motor is a 220v gear motor. It has a high speed of around 360 RPM. It's high torque so I should be able to seed it up without any problem.
I don't like the idea of using the spin indexer as is without coming up with simple bronze or ball bearings. Of course an oring would be needed to keep out the swarf on both ends.
A 5C platform is a great way to start.
I'll be watching Hilltop Machine and meanwhile, I'll get working on this.
I need to make a base that will hold the indexer and motor off the magnet far enough to give me some work area for at least 5-6" of stock.
See pic.
A long way to go