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Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2024-02-19, 9:47am
Replies: 7
Views: 335
Posted By rcktscientist
I've also used the points for ornaments...

I've also used the points for ornaments (glaskolben, I think) for various experiments. You can definitely make implosions, I've made imploded flower marbles with them. Just remember that the...
Forum: Sale Rack 2024-02-05, 9:59am
Replies: 504
Views: 252,523
Posted By rcktscientist
Try: To view links or images in this forum your...

Try:
To view links or images in this forum your post count must be 1 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

That's how I got mine. Contacted directly, paid, and he emaild the pdfs.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2024-02-01, 4:48pm
Replies: 29
Views: 824
Posted By rcktscientist
I heard he died a few years ago... :wink:

I heard he died a few years ago...
:wink:
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2024-01-31, 12:16pm
Replies: 29
Views: 824
Posted By rcktscientist
A savvy business person would price them on the...

A savvy business person would price them on the high end and then offer discounts to the old, loyal customers or anyone you want to, really. You can also do bulk discounts, seasonal 'sales', and...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2024-01-31, 10:56am
Replies: 29
Views: 824
Posted By rcktscientist
You should advertise that you have acquired all...

You should advertise that you have acquired all of the JR Hooper collection of work. Much of it, never released but all verified as original and authentic. Then you can charge what the market will...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2024-01-25, 9:46am
Replies: 13
Views: 583
Posted By rcktscientist
Try this link: To view links or images in this...

Try this link:
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These run on oxygen by the way, not just air. They are used by Japanese...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2024-01-25, 8:53am
Replies: 13
Views: 583
Posted By rcktscientist
I've been wanting to purchase a blue burner from...

I've been wanting to purchase a blue burner from jp lampwork in japan. The 8-jet torch has a control for the outer 7 jets AND a separate control for the center jet. Looks to be the size of most 7-jet...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2024-01-23, 9:52am
Replies: 13
Views: 583
Posted By rcktscientist
Another method is to to a tube implosion with...

Another method is to to a tube implosion with spiraled tubing (or any other design) at the tip of the blank. The spiral flattens and implodes. Then you pull that 'marble' into rod and the pattern is...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2024-01-18, 10:02am
Replies: 5
Views: 429
Posted By rcktscientist
I looked into it last year and there is a way to...

I looked into it last year and there is a way to get registered. I can't recall at the moment but I will search again.

UPDATE:
Try and contact Misha Steve Whisenand on FB. I believe she is still...
Forum: Torch Questions 2024-01-15, 10:28am
Replies: 23
Views: 869
Posted By rcktscientist
I looked into those torches and decided to stay...

I looked into those torches and decided to stay away. First, they were always sold out when I checked. Second, I worried about getting support from overseas. They were 100 euro plus vat/shipping/etc....
Forum: Torch Questions 2024-01-11, 5:52pm
Replies: 23
Views: 869
Posted By rcktscientist
Excellent idea! Talk to Bradshaw about it,...

Excellent idea! Talk to Bradshaw about it, probably the most knowledgeable.
Forum: Torch Questions 2024-01-11, 1:10pm
Replies: 23
Views: 869
Posted By rcktscientist
The cranked up machines were never reliable, I...

The cranked up machines were never reliable, I think everyone knows that by now.

As far as check valves, they don't help with merged oxycons. The checks are wide open when they are running. If one...
Forum: Torch Questions 2024-01-11, 8:47am
Replies: 23
Views: 869
Posted By rcktscientist
Check your oxycon outlet pressures while running...

Check your oxycon outlet pressures while running to ensure balance when tied together. Otherwise one will "push" the other one and reduce its lpm flow.

*On oxycons, outlet pressure changes with...
Forum: Torch Questions 2024-01-10, 10:52am
Replies: 23
Views: 869
Posted By rcktscientist
The Bobcat is a great choice. I run mine on 10lpm...

The Bobcat is a great choice. I run mine on 10lpm and can work up to 1" solid boro all day long. A bit slow on 1" but not terrible. The Lynx is ok on 10lpm but you run the risk of overheating since...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2024-01-04, 9:02am
Replies: 64
Views: 25,020
Posted By rcktscientist
Some people have success using a hot comb stove,...

Some people have success using a hot comb stove, which is essentially a tiny electrical oven. From what I've heard they get to about 850F so you flame anneal as best you can then stick them in the...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-12-12, 11:41am
Replies: 8
Views: 2,208
Posted By rcktscientist
This is not uncommon for ABR. Sit tight and hope...

This is not uncommon for ABR. Sit tight and hope for the best. Then consider not using them next time. Mountain Glass seems to be pretty good, maybe try them next.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-12-05, 11:37am
Replies: 4
Views: 864
Posted By rcktscientist
Digital temp controllers are just fancy switches...

Digital temp controllers are just fancy switches with relays to handle high current. The user has high degree of control of parameters. Temp limits can be adjusted and even turned off in some cases. ...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-12-05, 8:05am
Replies: 5
Views: 1,860
Posted By rcktscientist
Important point: The higher the COE the lower...

Important point:
The higher the COE the lower the "melting" point...but also the less thermally stable so more cracking issues. That's why people love boro (COE 33 but easy to work). 104 may not be...
Forum: Torch Questions 2023-10-31, 10:51am
Replies: 21
Views: 6,836
Posted By rcktscientist
Your best approach might be a 0-30psi LP...

Your best approach might be a 0-30psi LP regulator (for a grill and similar to your steak saver BUT NOT THE SAME) and a propane refill adapter. This will allow you to safely connect the 1lb propane...
Forum: Torch Questions 2023-10-23, 8:23am
Replies: 21
Views: 6,836
Posted By rcktscientist
Looks like you'd be better off going with a 20lb...

Looks like you'd be better off going with a 20lb propane tank. The only downside to that tank size is that it must be kept outside and plumbed in. Not too complex or expensive but a challenge for...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-10-10, 11:27am
Replies: 7
Views: 2,239
Posted By rcktscientist
Agree with the others. You're way ahead of...

Agree with the others. You're way ahead of yourself here. Take some classes first or at least get some torch time somewhere. If you can't find anything, perhaps start with a Hot Head but just realize...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-09-20, 8:27am
Replies: 23
Views: 4,990
Posted By rcktscientist
The opening for the large ovens is just over...

The opening for the large ovens is just over 2.25" at the widest point. I have a small piece of kiln mat in mine but can still fit a 2" marble. I wouldn't say this is a great marble kiln but it works...
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-09-19, 9:04am
Replies: 23
Views: 4,990
Posted By rcktscientist
I have the same annealer but highly modified....

I have the same annealer but highly modified. Mine does boro up to 2" thick with no problems at all. I can give you details that may help your quest.
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-09-14, 8:57am
Replies: 23
Views: 4,990
Posted By rcktscientist
When you say "mini annealer", do you mean the...

When you say "mini annealer", do you mean the Devardi one?
Forum: Tips, Techniques, and Questions 2023-09-13, 12:45pm
Replies: 23
Views: 4,990
Posted By rcktscientist
Annealing is just a term for managing internal...

Annealing is just a term for managing internal stresses due to temperature differentials in the material. Assuming you'd like the internal stresses to stay below, say 500ksi. Then you'd calculate the...
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