homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo

farmermac
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homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Feb 26, 2021 12:10:40 GMT -5 Tommy, Benathema, and 2 more like this

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Post by farmermac on Feb 26, 2021 12:10:40 GMT -5

Hello fellow rock people! I am currently building a 10" trim saw with a side grinder. I do have a smaller 6" trim saw (I think Lorotone??) and I am modelling it a bit like that one. So the main feature of the small saw I have is that it hinges on the back and lifts up. It lifts up out of the bath and allows you to take the bath out and clean it. It also allows you to clean the underneath and keep it dry. On the little saw as the table drops the arbor comes with and tightens the pulley and belt to the motor.
So that is how this project started. I designed the saw in Fusion360 and am attaching some screen shots (front,side,top and isometric views). I am moving right along with this project. I have welded the frame and built most of the attachment parts. I am doing a Youtube video of the entire build, but it will be a while.
I would love your input on this project. If you see anything that I have missed or something that you love on your trim saw that I could add?? I will be adding a X and Y slider assembly so that I can use it as a small slab saw too -- this will be a later project. for now I will put a table on the top and use it as a regular hand-pushing saw. I have added a grinder on the left hand side as this will be handy for grinding off the last bit of the rock that always seems to break off.
Thank you for checking out my project and your input....Shane

drive.google.com/file/d/1DLqXgJDfMtGvrabjMnoAvcBshoq4-ObQ/view
drive.google.com/file/d/1y1OqKC2wmVqpqm5pUpsnikk-sEM24-y2/view
drive.google.com/file/d/11zGXdxiVxyeF2VS2D79lT3PnytLlC89R/view
drive.google.com/file/d/1i46qaHOnEopQ-5BkgqtU7cK8ftssBBRm/view

Last Edit: Aug 28, 2022 20:50:03 GMT -5 by Tommy: Admin Edit: added photos from the attached links

farmermac
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homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Feb 26, 2021 12:54:32 GMT -5

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Post by farmermac on Feb 26, 2021 12:54:32 GMT -5

I am not sure how to add images??? I think I got it to work??? how do you add images. I drag and dropped them and they seemed to be there, only when I posted they disappeared. this posting of links and hopeful solution is what I could manage after 45 minutes of bashing my brain against this???

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homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Feb 26, 2021 13:35:45 GMT -5 via Tapatalk jasoninsd likes this

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Post by Brian on Feb 26, 2021 13:35:45 GMT -5

The links work and I like the work you put into that design.

For posting pictures, take a look at the Cloudinary tutorial, which your can find here: forum.rocktumblinghobby.com/page/using-cloudinary

standles spending too much on rocks Well all I got was a rock ... Cool! Member since February 2021 Posts: 325	homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Feb 26, 2021 14:25:05 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by standles on Feb 26, 2021 14:25:05 GMT -5 Intersting design. I like the flip up for cleaning idea. Keep us posted on the build. I would love to see it all the way through first cuts.

nik spending too much on rocks Member since May 2019 Posts: 315	homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Feb 26, 2021 17:53:37 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by nik on Feb 26, 2021 17:53:37 GMT -5 That is a solid looking design. I can't wait to see it materialize.

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homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Feb 27, 2021 7:57:26 GMT -5

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Post by Peruano on Feb 27, 2021 7:57:26 GMT -5

If I'm not mistaken, the flip up design of your 6" must be a Raytech. A very handy saw. Your own design seems to be well thought out. Big issues to consider are draining the saw table, controlling the splash, cleaning the accumulated grunged oil/water, and room to run through different (think larger) sized rough or stones. I wish I could plan like you do.

Tom
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farmermac
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homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Feb 27, 2021 12:29:20 GMT -5 HankRocks, miket, and 3 more like this

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Post by farmermac on Feb 27, 2021 12:29:20 GMT -5

Hello again!

Brian - thank you for the tutorial. I will add some pics here for a test.....

standles - yes the flip up design seems like it will solve a few problems....

nik - thanks

peruano - Yes! it is Raytech. I have built a previous saw and controlling the spray was quite a trick! I hope I get it right on this one but I may have to modify as I go... Thank you

Thank you for all the kind words and input.

Here are some pictures of my progress so far. (I hope this works!!) I have many more pics and video but I am going to make a Youtube video of the entire build once I am finished.

farmermac off to a rocking start Member since January 2020 Posts: 12	homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Mar 1, 2021 12:31:45 GMT -5 miket, nik, and 1 more like this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by farmermac on Mar 1, 2021 12:31:45 GMT -5 Hello folks, here is some progress that I have made lately... the parts are now dismantled for painting...

Peruano driving up their electric bill Heads Up! Member since March 2011 Posts: 2,434	homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Mar 1, 2021 12:46:17 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Peruano on Mar 1, 2021 12:46:17 GMT -5 the cat likes the shine.
	Tom Combining bicycles, trailbikes, hiking, and rockhounding as a justification for enjoying the fresh air of New Mexico.

Brian fully equipped rock polisher Member since July 2020 Posts: 1,512	homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Mar 1, 2021 13:21:52 GMT -5 via Tapatalk Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Brian on Mar 1, 2021 13:21:52 GMT -5 I like your furry helper! I have an orange tabby who also loves to help. He often jumps on my shoulders to get a better view. The progress is looking great!

standles spending too much on rocks Well all I got was a rock ... Cool! Member since February 2021 Posts: 325	homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Mar 1, 2021 16:56:48 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by standles on Mar 1, 2021 16:56:48 GMT -5 Nice and very quick build. Impressive

farmermac
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homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Mar 12, 2021 13:25:49 GMT -5 nik, Benathema, and 1 more like this

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Post by farmermac on Mar 12, 2021 13:25:49 GMT -5

Hello people,

I wanted to upload some pics of my progress. I have finished the saw side of things. now on the to do list is the grinder side. and I think I want to add a sliding vice for cutting slabs.

nik spending too much on rocks Member since May 2019 Posts: 315	homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Mar 12, 2021 14:23:03 GMT -5 via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by nik on Mar 12, 2021 14:23:03 GMT -5 That's looking great

Tommy Administrator Member since January 2013 Posts: 13,013	homebuilt 10" trimsaw/grinder combo Nov 11, 2021 14:13:38 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Tommy on Nov 11, 2021 14:13:38 GMT -5 Fantastic build farmermac thank you for sharing it with us. Better late than never I have added it to the DIY Projects page.
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