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Continuity test to see if there is a circuit. If there are broken elements I'm pretty sure there is conductive epoxy repair material that you can use to span any breaks.

Looking at that crack, and given the thickness and fiber reinforced polypropylene Pelican uses, I'd use a two part epoxy because a soldering iron is unlikely going to give a deep bond on material that thick. There are special solvent glues that can work on PP, but they are very hard to find for...

Yes, those are very nice Nikon stands for the 6B/6D Autocollimator. Both the Autocollimators and the stands are still manufactured, and there is a niche demand for them. I ended up buying 'junk' autocollimators just to get a stand or mirror for my working one, and due to the build quality ended...

That 2" 90° corner round is screaming kerf cut to me. Several parallel cuts on the backside, all the way to the last laminate layer of the plywood, then gently bend to achieve a seamless radiused corner. [Give it a try to see if the ply is agreeable, and perfect the number of cuts with some...

Model is up: https://www.printables.com/model/1284891-featherboard-fence-adaptor Be safe!

Good plan. I've got micrometers (the Mitutoyo Uni-Mike is made for this) for my setups :cool: so once it's dialed in for my trusty Baltic Birch I'll document the settings. I'll find the model and upload it to my Printables page. I notice that they now make a dedicated fence version, but I...

I really need to get a good miter lock bit, I know they are very sensitive to setup and alignment, but when you get them dialed in, seems ideal. With spring I have come out of a loooong hibernation and have the Incra out to finish up the pantry doors. I just love using that tool, total...

So the mouse drawer I would make so the surface is fully recessed until the last 50mm of travel, raising as the drawer comes to the fully open position, allowing space when closed so the mouse can be stored with a simple closing of the drawer. I'd be tempted to integrate a wireless charging zone...

Your top design feels like it has too much lever moment for a single [linear] rail, I think you would need to extend the vertical axis shaft and add a second rail below the first to spread the load and provide enough support. Using real ball bearing linear rails (there are presumably still cheap...

Okay, it took me a second, but I totally get the Christmas Story + Star Wars leg lamp joke... I was complaining to my friends that there are no Gutted TaunTaun slippers, they're all bright eyed and right side up...

Not a lot to report, I've been posting things on Instagram because I'm lazy and it forces me to be concise.

I've aggregated the parts to build a small gantry type CNC machine. I've mentioned it over the years in previous posts, it's an ongoing work in progress in my head. Hopefully I get to it before too long.

Metrology equipment is used extensively in manufacturing, engineering and scientific fields. Beyond the basic appeal to me, most of my equipment was bought with machine building and restoration in mind. CNC machines can achieve incredible amounts of precision, but in order to do so they must be...

So just closing the loop on the whole calibration adventure. (I know you all have been on tenterhooks! :p) The main item I was trying to get aligned is this Mahr Rectamar squareness gauge. It is made from a cast iron outer column which sits on three lapped carbide feet, inside it is a precision...

I've been on an extensive goose chase trying to leverage my Autocollimator and accessories to validate and calibrate several of my items. I buy almost everything used, and so even when I'm lucky enough to get the factory paperwork, there's no telling if things have changed due to wear or...

Scammers are getting better every day. Password managers help, but are a pain to keep synced and updated across devices and you are hosed if you lose access. So one thing I've done is create algorithmic passwords. What that means is every site uses a unique password, but because the password is...

Yeah, I have lots of almost empty spools that never quite finish. I've only ran out when it actually mattered... I've got a runout/jam sensor now. But having an easy drying method really helps, as just about all filament works a lot better when dry. The vacuum seal/desiccant pack with new spools...

That's an abnormal amount of warping from typical (non-ABS) filament. I would suggest drying it at low temperature in a dehydrator or toaster oven. Drying temps and times are listed online for they type of filament you are using. If it is ABS, you need to make a basic cardboard enclosure to keep...

Never been bitten by one of these, but had some near misses. Japan has some fearsome insects, but happily I haven't seen anything worse than their obscenely large hornets. Knocking on wood for both of us...

I was replying to @RickP, I should have quoted him. Your unit looks workable, although I don't see how you can apply the 1/2 to a specific axis with the buttons it has, I'm guessing it halves them both?