raptor calls Posted February 28, 2016 Report Share Posted February 28, 2016 Hi folks I just wanted to share my DIY annealing machine with you! Here is my first version: Now I have a refined version with an under rim of the disc, which holds longer cases more stable. The whole machine is made of stainless steel. It is very simple to operate and performs very well. The disc plates holding the cases are interchangeable for the different calibers and are replaced by removing couple of thumb screws on top. The turning speed of the disc is constant, but the time the brass stays in front of the flame could be set by turning a potentiometer and varies between 2 and 16 seconds depending on certain requirements. During the process, the case is being moved in front of the flame and lands on a base, which spins it to an 80 RPM, ensuring even and fast heating of the neck. Any comments and suggestions would be appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcampbellsmith Posted February 28, 2016 Report Share Posted February 28, 2016 Thanks, very impressive. Best regards JCS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bianchi Posted February 29, 2016 Report Share Posted February 29, 2016 Very nice. Really looks high tech. If you are planning to market it, suggest that you use Randall screws versus wing nuts for the disc (purely for aesthetics). Also, the bracket for the gas torch could also be better aligned with the rest of the annealer (same reason). Finally, take a look at this one (one off prototype built by my mate): http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=kGQcEQ0CByQ&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DkGQcEQ0CByQ%26feature%3Dyoutu.be The holes in the disc allow virtually every case to be annealed. The disc is loosened and the inserted case is then centralized on the rotating spindle during annealing. Loss of additional potential revenue versus enhanced flexibility for most shooters and therefore more demand. Atb, Bianchi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chanonry Posted February 29, 2016 Report Share Posted February 29, 2016 I think you are doing yourself to describe that as DIY ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor calls Posted February 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 29, 2016 Thanks for the comments guys! Bianchi, I don`t like the gas torch brackets very much myself, but my machine is budget orientated and those brackets do the job. I leave the brackets straight and then everyone can easily bend them to their specific needs as they have slits on them. I have made a few machines for friends and I have sent one to Binzzy, who is a member in this forum. They all liked it! I greatly appreciate your suggestions and the machine your friend has built is great, but looks expensive and I'm sure it is indeed. About the case slots, you are wright as well, but in my design are inapplicable. I have tried to make the disc universal to each caliber, but it is just not possible because of the way I spin the cases. There are many designs of annealers and there are few great ones, but I can assure you mine does the job just as well, at a fraction of the cost of others. My annealer is made using a stepper motor and I've never seen another made this way, allowing it to be very compact compared to all others out there. Please, keep commenting as constructive criticism is very important to me! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyb0_1 Posted February 29, 2016 Report Share Posted February 29, 2016 Raptor calls, I'd be interested in purchasing one if you decide to go into production. Please shout up if you go that route. Cheers. JP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LONG RANGE CAPT Posted February 29, 2016 Report Share Posted February 29, 2016 How much is it ? What are the delivery times ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor calls Posted March 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2016 Thanks for your interest guys! I've mentioned in my previous post that I had made a few machines for others and I won't hide mi interest in selling my annealer. The one Binzzy ordered took 15 days from order to delivery. He was pleased and offered to make a short review, but he is away for a few weeks now. It takes me a week to make the machine and 8 days for Parcel Force to deliver it as I'm based in Bulgaria. The annealer costs £170 including P&P. Regards Lubo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybrock Posted March 1, 2016 Report Share Posted March 1, 2016 £170 delivered sounds very good value. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor calls Posted March 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2016 £170 delivered sounds very good value. Thank you Sir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor calls Posted April 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2016 Another one went to a UKV member! Wishing you great health and many tight groups Jan.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor calls Posted April 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2016 Another annealer on it's way to his new owner. Tight groups Dave! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Miller Posted April 29, 2016 Report Share Posted April 29, 2016 Good lord, I can't even buy the parts to make mine for £170 in the UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted April 30, 2016 Report Share Posted April 30, 2016 Nice looking machine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor calls Posted May 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 Another one goes to Norway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1066 Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 Very professional looking discs - can you tell me how you design them and how you cut them? Laser I guess? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxpig Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 Yes thanks lubo . Just done my first hundred. Very easy to set up and use. And your help before hand has been fantastic. Taken me about 15 mins to set up get the tempilaq and timer set just right. And another 10 mins to anneal 100. The second batch are going round as I type. Thanks bud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor calls Posted May 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 Very professional looking discs - can you tell me how you design them and how you cut them? Laser I guess? Yes mate, it's all laser cut stainless steel... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor calls Posted June 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 johnnyb0_1's order will be on it's way to him tomorrow ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor calls Posted June 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 7, 2016 Another one goes to UKI.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyb0_1 Posted June 14, 2016 Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 My order arrived today, after very good comms. form Lubo. Tracking the package, it has seen a fair bit of Europe over the last few days! Haven't had the chance to use it in anger yet but VERY impressed with the quality and the build. Really looks the part. If you're thinking about one, go for it, you won't be disappointed. I was intending to send brass off to be annealed but this machine will pay for itself in no time… Sorry Spud! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uki Posted June 14, 2016 Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 I also got mine yesterday! Amazing machine! Well done Lubo! IncrediblyFast delivery from Bulgaria. Very good and friendly contact. Highly recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor calls Posted June 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2016 I appreciate the feedback guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dac9976 Posted June 19, 2016 Report Share Posted June 19, 2016 That looks the nuts.....nice and compact too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhhudson Posted June 19, 2016 Report Share Posted June 19, 2016 Hi, i take it you make the loading trays as well, , do you sell them separately and if so at what cost including postage to Sk17 area, the calibre is 6.5x47 lapua thanks. Please pm me with details Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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