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I have a Torchmate 2x4 and started building the water table for it yesterday. Here is the main frame. I am waiting for my machine torch to show up so I can cut some parts for the table.Yes, those are zip ties temporarily holding the plasma table to the main frame. I will remove them later. I just didn't want the kids running out into the garage and knocking it off of the frame in my absence.I will build a removable water tray for it next, add some casters, maybe some gussets, and I plan on adding an extendable arm for a computer and electronics. Attached ImagesThe Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:one more Attached ImagesThe Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:looking good what did the 2x4 TM cost
Reply:nice! this is going to be one of my projects. I'm in the middle cleaning the shop, walls tools everything. The last 2 years with the plasma. It's gotting way grungy!I would like know about the torchmate?thanks,DayePound to fit, paint to match
Reply:Originally Posted by ed maclooking good what did the 2x4 TM cost
Reply:Originally Posted by jdh239The 2x4 itself is $3500, the Arc Voltage Height Controller (AVHC) was $2400, and then there are extras in there (cad software, machine torch holder, etc)
Reply:If you don't go with the AVHC, and go with a 2x2 to start (which can be upgraded later), you can probably get in it for about $3000.The Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:I't a crime what they charge for that setup, Remember when VCR's first came out? The small CNC's will some day be much cheaper, It's much less sophisticated than a PC...I think the china man will come thru shortly....
Reply:And you will get typical Chinese crap. Sure it will work OK for a little bit, and then you'll spend twice as much rebuilding it...Fire!, Fire! Oh wait, that's my torch...Lincoln PT-225 TIGLincoln 175 MIG
Reply:Originally Posted by VipernutAnd you will get typical Chinese crap. Sure it will work OK for a little bit, and then you'll spend twice as much rebuilding it...
Reply:There are message boards and Youtube videos that teach you how to build your own. They are still not cheap either, but you can save some money.
Reply:Awesome John, let me know when you are finished. I will come down and help you use it!.Nice welds btw. Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:Hey John,Where are you getting your tubing from?Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:Cheapest I have found closest to me is Metal Mart in Lehi. Economy Pipe and Steel in Spanish Fork can't come close to even matching metal marts prices. The more you buy from metal mart, the larger the discount they can give you.The Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:I forgot to mention.... Metal Mart charges and arm and a leg for cutting material. They do, however, allow you to use their power to cut your own material out on the sidewalk/street. Just bring a chop saw (or whatever you use to cut your material) and an extension cord (though they let me borrow their cord) and they will bring the material out to the sidewalk for you on a fork lift (this is assuming you can't carry 20-24' lengths like me). I cut mine up out there, load it in the trailer, and am on my way.The Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:Hey, Good to know, thanks. I use them and Wasatch Steel. The owner is a bit strange, but the prices are decent.I plan on getting some plate to make a heavier table top as the weather warms.Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:Nice work John, super clean welds. Is that a Millermatic 252 your using? I've been eyeing that one up. Keep us posted on the progress.I'm still in the planning stages of designing my own CNC table. I've got a Hypertherm Powermax 45 to do the cutting. I am planning to build from scratch. I am hoping to use the UBOB, Gecko drives, servos and power souce from Tom over at CandCNC. Most of my research time is being spent on the electronics end of things. I really enjoy the research.Nice looking build.Gordhttp://gordsgarage.wordpress.com/
Reply:Originally Posted by gordsgarageNice work John, super clean welds. Is that a Millermatic 252 your using? I've been eyeing that one up. Keep us posted on the progress.I'm still in the planning stages of designing my own CNC table. I've got a Hypertherm Powermax 45 to do the cutting. I am planning to build from scratch. I am hoping to use the UBOB, Gecko drives, servos and power souce from Tom over at CandCNC. Most of my research time is being spent on the electronics end of things. I really enjoy the research.Nice looking build.Gord
Reply:Here is my progress today. I created the structure to hold the water pan. I will anchor one side so that it can pivot, and then the front will be able to drop so I can remove the tray. The last couple of pictures are a sheet metal brake I added to my welding table to build/bend the pan. I got the idea from this guy: Attached ImagesThe Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:I've seen that vid before. That's a great idea.comeing a long nicely. what are you planning cutting with the new tablePound to fit, paint to match
Reply:Originally Posted by tigmuskyI've seen that vid before. That's a great idea.comeing a long nicely. what are you planning cutting with the new table
Reply:Originally Posted by jdh239 The last couple of pictures are a sheet metal brake I added to my welding table to build/bend the pan. I got the idea from this guy:
Reply:Originally Posted by bert the welderI am inspired by this one too. Gonna figure out how to make it work for my table. Going to get some big angle tomorrow. I have those same corner clamps. They are quite handy aren't they.
Reply:Originally Posted by HardwareCan you actually weld the joints with the material held in those clamps, or just tack?Where can you get those clamps?
Reply:Okay - they're not a welding specific corner clamp made of some exotic alloy that can withstand high heat in close proximity then..."These instructions are at our present level ofknowledge. Legal requirements do not exist.Technical issues subject to change."_________________________________________Lincoln MIG PAK 180Lincoln AC-225Originally Posted by Mick120Hey jman, I hope that HEAVY dose of reality you speak of, doesn't come sooner than you think because, all the trillions of dollars the US and other countries have borrowed, comes from those same incredibly intelligent and adaptive people.
Reply:Cut a few parts for my table last night... Progress on the table is slow, but it is coming along. Attached ImagesThe Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:Real nice table, wish i had a shop to put one in...lol...... Question? Does anybody remember seeing a site from canada from a guy that built a mount on the wall pattern cutter that folded down and used one drivemotor with a magnet, i use to have a video from him but lost it i guess. I was sure it was a torchmate, but not the cnc kind.......anybody know????If you see me running for no apparent reason, try to keep up:"Reality" What a concept!Miller Big 40 {1972} vintage, with 150 ft. of 000 leads, old Alaskan pipline welder.
Reply:John,That is looking great!What are you making with the parts?I've got some ideas if you need any for projects, like a 2008 Titan rear bumper! Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:definately starting a torchmate fund! its a must have tool. nice job, good luck with it Bob
Reply:Nice work John, the parts look great!Gordhttp://gordsgarage.wordpress.com/
Reply:Originally Posted by Robert HallJohn,That is looking great!What are you making with the parts?I've got some ideas if you need any for projects, like a 2008 Titan rear bumper!
Reply:Hi John New to welding but i have been lurking on this site for a while. You said you got a good price on the steel. What size and how much did it cost. I found a place locally where i can buy surplus steel for .50 cents a pound. Stored outside and some surface rust. Just wondering if this is a good deal or not. Thanks
Reply:Originally Posted by HPCHi John New to welding but i have been lurking on this site for a while. You said you got a good price on the steel. What size and how much did it cost. I found a place locally where i can buy surplus steel for .50 cents a pound. Stored outside and some surface rust. Just wondering if this is a good deal or not. Thanks
Reply:Originally Posted by Robert HallJohn,That is looking great!What are you making with the parts?I've got some ideas if you need any for projects, like a 2008 Titan rear bumper!
Reply:I have a mask that I wear when cutting.... and I keep the garage open for now.... but you are right. Without a water table or down draft table, I have dust EVERYWHERE..... My family reunion ends tomorrow morning, so I hope to work on it some more tomorrow afternoon. I hope that by Wednesday night I can have the water table portion complete. I will post more pics of my progress.The Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:I know it doesn't look like much, but I finished the water pan tonight (well, still have to add a drain to it), and the whole support system (no pictures) for the pan is complete. Tomorrow I hope to cut the slats for it and have the water pan portion of the table done....Not my prettiest welds either, but I believe they will hold water. Pan is 4" deep.Also, the pan is made of cold rolled 18 ga steel (measures 17 gauge)..... much tougher to bend than I thought it would. While bending it I picked up my welding table (one side) and it had about 150 lbs of scrap in a bin on that side too. I estimate it was around 250-300 lbs that I picked up to bend that sheet (on the long side). I destroyed my sheetmetal brake in the process (attached to my welding table). I will have to build it stronger if I ever need to bend another pan...... good times. Attached ImagesThe Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:Looks great, maybe next time you can take the temper out of the steel by heating it on the bend line?Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:Originally Posted by Robert HallLooks great, maybe next time you can take the temper out of the steel by heating it on the bend line?
Reply:Come up and get mine!Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:Made some progress today. Took about 3 hours but I finally got all of the alignment done for the table and locked things down. Cut some slat holders for the water table.[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qtco1mS156I[/ame]Wife told me to pick up a fire extinguisher after she saw it cutting for the first time..... said I was going to set the house on fire or something like it. Attached ImagesThe Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:a few more . . . Attached ImagesThe Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:Looks great. Question on the torch: Did it come looking like that, did you have to buy a torch head?, or was that head from the plasma table folks?Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:Originally Posted by Robert HallLooks great. Question on the torch: Did it come looking like that, did you have to buy a torch head?, or was that head from the plasma table folks?
Reply:Yes, that answered it. Not your fault it was a bad question. thanks!Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:I have the water tray portion of the table done, but no pics yet. Here is my first attempt of cutting my new logo out for my business. Attached ImagesThe Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:Butterfly test cut:[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLs8LC9WYIk[/ame]The Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:Quite slick. I think that's the kind of machine one could make some money with, don't you think?Question: is the water level a bit too close? I would think it might cause some problems coming up through the work and contacting with the torch?Regards,RobGreat Basin WeldingInstagramBlue weldersRed weldersMy luscious Table DIY TIG Torch cooler
Reply:I hope to make some money with it. We will see what happens.Regarding the water level, you can have it even closer. The torch isn't built to run submerged though (although Jim Colt said that some people do run it that way). Because of the air flow, the water stays out of the torch.You can run the water right up to the bottom of the plate, but then you get more dross. I am keeping it about 1/2 down. Dross hasn't been bad.The Lord has declared, "This is my work and my glory--to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man" Moses 1:39Link: My name is John, and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.-- ColdCreekWorks.com --
Reply:Originally Posted by Mick120Hey John,Take my advice and get that water table done before you cut too much more plate coz, that plasma dust is lethal stuff....you've probably noticed how it contaminates the area anyway.I've been plasma cutting for over eight years now and, started out small like yourself.My early dust control ideas were crap but, I now run a full downdraft system, pumping about 4000 cfm....of course my table is a bit bigger than the lil Torchmate.Looks like you're having fun. |
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发表于 2021-8-31 23:37:47