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  1. Arbutus

    Looking for British BA tap/die set, BA 0-10.

    I bought these a few years ago from Model Engineering Supply in the UK. Not cheap, but very good quality, producing tight threads.
  2. Arbutus

    Steam engine patterns for casting

    I just found this stuff on Amazoom... For 3D printing - similar to the Moldlay, I expect. https://www.amazon.ca/Polymaker-PolyCast-Filament-Investment-Cardboard/dp/B09KKZ1S1Z/ref=sr_1_5?sr=8-5 Polymaker PolyCast
  3. Arbutus

    STL files now allowed as attachments

    If we are interested in a collaboration and file sharing system, then Google Classroom might be exactly what is needed. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Google_Classroom I used a much more complex commercial version of this at UFV for assignments, file sharing and online teaching. Its free...
  4. Arbutus

    LF: 3D model for Geared CVT

    Ooh! Now that is impressive! >... but the Alter Ego team has corrected for this using elliptical gears that constantly vary the rotation speed of the planetary drive gears, so that a constant input speed leads to a more constant output speed.<< Elliptical gearing too!
  5. Arbutus

    STL files now allowed as attachments

    I dug into this a bit more and it appears a CHMW team is not likely.... schneik80 •3h ago Top 1% Commenter A named fusion user can currently only create one Team Hub. So, since you have already created a hub you can not create a second. Two options: create a new Autodesk ID for as you account...
  6. Arbutus

    Steam engine patterns for casting

    I have a reel of Mouldlay which is a filament for lost wax casting. Not tested yet but promising....
  7. Arbutus

    STL files now allowed as attachments

    And on a similar note - Fusion360 has a team environment for project sharing and collaboration. STL, STEP, 3MF, F3D, can all be shared. It might take some thinking about how to set it up as a resource for trusted members, but I think having a CHMW Team might be a valuable asset for the...
  8. Arbutus

    Will this switch work?

    How much power is involved? What happens when you flip the switch into reverse when its running forwards? I would look at a contactor instead of a switch if theres any significant current involved.
  9. Arbutus

    Made in/shop in Canada options - Links or recommendations only!

    Skookum Tools, BC. https://onlinesupply.ca/ Cutting tools, bandsaw blades made to order, abrasives. Decent prices and fast delivery.
  10. Arbutus

    Which Linux? Be Kind…

    I have not had any luck installing Linux on an older Mac. The problems are the display drivers which seem to be Apple specific.
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