BeeAMaker
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Looking for a way to make threads on 1" to 1.5" diameter wood or resin.
Fine thread if possible.
Fine thread if possible.
Wood/plastic threads
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Look up thread chasing. It isn't diameter dependent like a die or the Beall threader, and will get you into the 16tpi to 20 tpi range. The Sorby chasers are readily available, but there's others out there too. This is on my list of skills to learn. I understand it takes some practice, but works well once you get the hang of it.
One of the Beall threader kits will certainly handle that size range but isn't a fine thread.
Maybe a Geometric die? I'm not familiar with them to a great extent but it could be something.
Or check with a plumbing or pipe supplier for NPT tap/dies for anything that could work. Hardware store may also carry some pipe threading stuff as well in your area. Or check in with a machine shop to see if they can suggest anything
Or check with a plumbing or pipe supplier for NPT tap/dies for anything that could work. Hardware store may also carry some pipe threading stuff as well in your area. Or check in with a machine shop to see if they can suggest anything
You can also cut threads on a metal lathe to just about any pitch. A fine thread on wood would not have much strength and would tend to chip off easily.
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BeeAMaker
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Thanks for the suggestions!
The wood threads would (wood would??) be stabilized, so hopefully not so brittle.
The wood threads would (wood would??) be stabilized, so hopefully not so brittle.
Swagopenturner
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I have the Beall Thread kit and am very happy with the results. Soft, punky woods need to be stabilized or CA'd. If you can ever find one (they are no longer made), Beall made a machine prior to the Pen Wizard, called the Masterpiece Turner. I've got one of those too and it works great. Takes a lot of setup time and practice, and dryruns, but well worth the results.
I've done many threading jobs in wood and resin with this setup. Pens and other larger items.
http://content.penturners.org/library/tools_and_jigs/incredible_threading.pdf
http://content.penturners.org/library/tools_and_jigs/incredible_threading.pdf
BeeAMaker
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Very interesting - and ingenious! is this guy still around? I'll send him a message.
Thanks!
BeeAMaker
Member
While researching to improve BRobbins629 design I came across this,
https://www.chefwarekits.com/ez-thr...reads-or-a-perfect-sphere-with-an-add-on.html
Bit expensive at $295.00, will have to see if I can do it cheaper.
https://www.chefwarekits.com/ez-thr...reads-or-a-perfect-sphere-with-an-add-on.html
Bit expensive at $295.00, will have to see if I can do it cheaper.
BeeAMaker
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dogcatcher
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I used a camera macro slider as a XY source, about $25 off of eBay. My system was similar to Bruce's jig. There area lot of good plans for homemade threading jigs.
rherrell
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How much threading are you planning on doing? If it's a lot then you can build Bruce's gadget(VERY cool by the way!!!!) If it's just a one time deal send it to me, just pay for the shipping both ways, I'll be glad to help you out.
BeeAMaker
Member
I appreciate the offer, Hopefully I will be doing a lot of threading. I think I can build one like Bruce's for less than $75.00. I can 3D print most of the parts and I think I can integrate that part I had you make me a few weeks ago.
I'll post a DIY parts list.
Oldfolks
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Check out the threading tool from https://flutemasters.com. Pricy at $395 but comes complete and cuts 8 and 16 tpi.