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mljohnson off to a rocking start Member since July 2005 Posts: 2	Mini-Sonic Vibratory Tumbler Jul 30, 2006 12:21:51 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by mljohnson on Jul 30, 2006 12:21:51 GMT -5 I would like info on using a Mini-sonic MT-10 vibratory rock tumbler. I was given one. Any tips on using it. I would appreciate any Help Thanks, Peg

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Mini-Sonic Vibratory Tumbler Jul 31, 2006 16:51:46 GMT -5

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Post by Condor on Jul 31, 2006 16:51:46 GMT -5

Given one? Lucky you. I have the MT10. Do you have two hoppers, or a single 10lb hopper? Tumble your stones at first stage in a rotary tumbler. You decide on how long you want to leave them at first stage. Next, place them and begin at 2nd stage (120/220 grit) in the mini-sonic for three to five days. Then 400F for another three to five days. Finally polish (CPP is great) for two to four days. This works great for me.

Oh, if you have rocks that are already rounded such as as river rocks or those you may find in deserts, you can skip the rotary stage and go straight to the second stage in the mini-sonic. After the polish stage, add a tablespoon of Borax to clean the rocks. Let them run for a couple of hours. You will be amazed at the shine and difference.

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mljohnson off to a rocking start Member since July 2005 Posts: 2	Mini-Sonic Vibratory Tumbler Jul 31, 2006 21:50:10 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by mljohnson on Jul 31, 2006 21:50:10 GMT -5 Thanks Condor. I have two hoppers. I didn't think about doing step 1 the rotary Peg

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