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    That is very interesting !!
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    While reading the thread on bearing lubrication, I was wondering about the ball bearing numbers and letters. I found that each number and letter have specific meaning. I am attaching brief info on decoding the ball bearing numbers. Some may already know this but may be useful to others.
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    I was just telling what the manual says. I find it interesting all the posts over time about bearing issues with various scroll saws. It appears that replacing the bearings on them or even lubricating them is not an easy task. You would think that if the bears needed to be lubricated they would make it easy to do. Every time I read about this, I am happy with my Hegner. All it takes is a couple drops of oil every once in awhile in easily accessible places.
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    Interesting, the manual says all bearing are sealed and do not need lubrication.
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    OCToolguy, I think that you are being too critical calling someone sour. I have bought a couple HF tools and thrown them out. One was a die grinder that overheated in a couple minutes. Another was a corded drill that did the same. I will never buy another!!!
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    Excellent work.... that is a lot of work and came out beautifully. The details are so good !! Was there a reason you picked this car ? I did a Model A with many hours in it and understand the effort it takes. I built mine because my dad and I restored a 1929 Model A. I like the case you built and need to build a similar one. Did you use glass or plexiglass for the sides ?
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    I think eliminating vibrations is one of those things with diminishing returns. You get to the point where vibrations are quite low and anything more you try results in very small improvements. The question is when do you stop and start making sawdust. If it passes the nickel test, I would leave it alone. Does the small vibration cause any cutting problems?
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    I find the laser to be very challenging. If you are doing a picture, trying to process it properly to get the best result is a challenge. I have watched videos and there is more technical l stuff than I can handle. I have also been laser engraving on ceramic tile and that also has a lot of trial and error. You can also engrave on slate. I keep a notebook of what I try and the settings. I do not think it is really simple for what I do. If all you do is engrave a name or date, yes pretty simple. But, to get a crisp engraving or one with depth, perhaps not as simple. You can make the laser simple or as complex as you like.
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    I can scroll only a short OP time and then need to get up. I am scrolling less because of arthritis and other similar issues. This thread is very revealing. Two major contributors have mentioned some changes away from scrolling. I really like scrolling and still do it but have also found another hobby. Last year, I bought a 10 watt Ortur Laser Master 3. It has been a real challenge but also fun. It is less stressful on my body except for the computer mouse. I do not scroll or laser engrave/cut for selling. The mental challenge of the laser is what I like. It is not just put something into it and turn it on. There is a lot of background stuff. I am certain that the CNC requires a lot of thought.
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    A couple of comments about the Scrollnado, I think the pickup tube underneath is small - 1/2"? Also, the location is such that some dust will be missed. I do not know the specs of the Metro Vac. I use a Festool with 138 cfm and vac of 96". With my 3/4" diameter pickups, it gets most of the dust.
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    I try to collect the sawdust close to the source so I am not breathing it.
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    I was never impressed with the scrollnado. My dust collection system and others (Rolf, OCtoolguy) who have built similar ones do much better. I do not have any dust in my legs. Can you show where your dust collection pickups are. This is mine and has larger pipes and pickups. I am using a Festool vacuum.
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    I do not understand the issue. The nickel still stay upright but a little more vibration. Is it cutting ok?
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    I think this is an issue with any pattern. You just enlarge to fit your needs. I just expect it.
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    Good luck with your back !
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    I have one I use at times on my 10" Rikon band saw. It works ok for me but that impressive.
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    So, you are suggesting that my reading are not correct?? I am hoping then that you can help out by measuring it correctly. I think I will be interested in more accurate results.
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    I do not understand what is meant by "true test". Do you think my results are not accurate? I did some reading and clamp meters have an accuracy of plus or minus a couple per cent. For the application of looking at the current draw for a scroll saw, the clamp meter delivers acceptable accuracy. The clamp meter seems to be the most widely used method.
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    My meter will measure below an amp but the line splitter also has a 10x area.
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    I have two bandsaws...A 15" Jet for mainly resaw/ripping and a10" Rikon for small stuff. Bandsaws can be one of the most frustrating tools in a shop. While Alex Snodgrass makes it sound easy, sometimes not so easy. A used saw could be great or require new rubber wheels, alignment, guides, etc. If you have some experience with a bandsaw and are handy with machines, then used is great. Personally, I am at a point where I want to use a machine and not spend a lot of time fixing it.
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    So, this thread got me to wondering and I got out my tools to measure amps. The Hegner is rated at 2.53 Amps and I measured 0.90 amps at both high and low speeds. The Festool CT26 measured 4.8 amps high speed and 1.9 amps low speed. I have a circular fluorescent magnifier which measured 0.2 amps. I was unable to find anything about what current is required to turn the dust extractor on. Even with the low current draw of my Hegner, I have not encountered a problem.
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    Those are great !! Do you have a pattern or is this your design??
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    Depending the lamp, the current draw could be quite low with LED or fluorescent lights. I have a Hegner with variable speed and hooked to my Festool extractor with no problems.
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    I would put an amp meter on the line going to the saw and see what it reads when you turn it on or off. You could also add a light to the circuit to increase amp draw.
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    I will check it out occasionally.
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