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Post by docone31 on Feb 20, 2005 21:30:05 GMT -5
Hardware stores have an adapter for the washing machine that goes on the kitchen sink. You unscrew the screen in the spout and screw in the attachment. Then you run a finer line to the grinder, faceter, lap, saw, etc. I run a discharge hose through the floor and outside. Water control is done with a small spigot. for my faceter I use one drip a second for cutting and fine lapping. For polishing I use one drip every ten or twenty seconds. Much simpler than the bucket routine.
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Voodoo Rage
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Post by Voodoo Rage on Feb 20, 2005 21:34:21 GMT -5
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Post by sandsman1 on Feb 20, 2005 21:42:12 GMT -5
thats a 60 grit thats gonna leave some mean scratches in the stone ,, i been usein an 80 grit and it took a few months to stop chippin and leavein deep scratches in the stone i would look for an 80 or a 100grit wheel or your gonna have alot of extra work gettin the scratches out for your first grind heres that bucket i did ![](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v115/sandsman1/SELL472A.jpg)
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Post by docone31 on Feb 20, 2005 21:42:15 GMT -5
Those are standard imported wheels. As long as you don't beat them, you should get oustanding use. The same company makes replacement surfaces for my laps for my faceter. They are not fancy, and the first cuts disloge the out of grit larger diamonds. They are ok. A bushing can be made if neccesary.
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Post by docone31 on Feb 20, 2005 21:43:46 GMT -5
Sands, you got the bucket on your VCR? what happens when it has condensation?
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Voodoo Rage
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Post by Voodoo Rage on Feb 20, 2005 21:48:05 GMT -5
Ok, then 100 or 80 grit then.. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/smiley.png) Just to clarify, what would I be using this for other than rough shaping of stones that I will then tumble?
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Post by sandsman1 on Feb 20, 2005 21:58:12 GMT -5
you can shape cabochons with a diamond wheel but you will want a rubber expanding drum for the other side like i have on both sides of the pic i put up i use that grinder for 400 and 600 grind to get them nice and smooth befor polishing them
doc i got the bucket sittin on top of my entertainment center it has a nice strong wood top and anyway hell wit that vcr i cant shape and polish it hahaha
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Post by AlaskaRock on Feb 21, 2005 19:52:50 GMT -5
Tweetiepy,
I used my dremal tool and you can make an easy set up if you have small rocks. Get a sponge in a metal or plastic dish, add water, and just hold the rock in the wet sponge while drilling. The sponge helps hold the item your drilling.... The drill bit is the only thing to get wet...Dont want to electricute your self.....FYI.... This works for Jewlery drilling holes also. Cindy
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Post by chassroc on Feb 22, 2005 8:58:47 GMT -5
Under Water...not exactly...I have a water source close by and I keep dipping the piece as I go...I suppose under water will work even better. I have an old pair of leather gloves with fingertip cutouts to try and keep warm(I use warm water too)...
I bought a lapidary grinder and that is the way to go but it takes up room and is (tres)messy. I also have a 6 inch trim saw and that is messy too.
Voodoo, nice hammer and chisel. I like the rubber grip.
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Post by Al B on Feb 23, 2005 10:44:23 GMT -5
voodoo - you're dealing with water and electricity here. They're dangerous when used together. Water on grinding wheels splatters all over and danger from electric shock is present. Ensure no water reaches the motor by placing a barrier of some waterproof type that blocks off water splashes and spray mist from that motor, or else!
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Post by Cher on Feb 23, 2005 11:44:20 GMT -5
Can I use a dremel under water? If I'm dremelling these rocks, should I do it in a bucket or pan of water? How do you hold on to those slippery suckers then? Tweety, you can't put the whole dremel underwater but you can put the bur (bit) under water. I have a narrow low sided plastic pan with about an inch of water in it. I hold both the bit and the rock underwater when I'm shaping. You do need patience but can do a lot of shaping in a couple hours. I've done some where I just dip the stone but keeping the bur under water keeps it cleaner so it does better work. Also, use a light touch. Your burs will last a long time if you're not forcing them on the stones. Took me a couple of hours to do this Rose Quartz Teardrop Pendant so yeah, you do need some patience but you can make some nice stuff with a little practice. I run mine through coarse grit (first stage) then decide if they need some dremel work. They aren't slippery like they would be polished so it's easy to hold on to them. Cher
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Post by Rose on Feb 23, 2005 12:06:29 GMT -5
Thanks Cher
I was wondering about the water myself, I still need to buy some burrs and drilling bits for my dremel !
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Post by Tweetiepy on Feb 23, 2005 12:11:01 GMT -5
My dad was telling me it wasn't a good idea to use it under the water, he's suggested using some kind of oil on the bit (not sure if this would work) he's also mentioned that he got quite a shock not so long ago from getting water near the power supply (my son's the same with electricity - fingers in everything). But actually I just wanted to get some sort of shape without getting into "intricate" shape, I just wanted less lumps.
BTW why are we doing this underwater anyways? to cool the bit/rock or to prevent flying debrie?
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Post by chassroc on Feb 23, 2005 12:25:43 GMT -5
Rosebud...you deserve an award for patience and persistence; that rose quartz is a beauty... Tweetie...The water is a coolant and prevents the diamond from melting off the metal tool, and prevents stone dust from easily entering your lungs to prevent cancer
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