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The Drill Doctor Model DD 750
There are six different Drill Doctor Models offered by: drilldoctor.com. We reviewed the Drill Doctor Model DD 750 unit, testing its performance in sharpening various diameter drills. All models appear to work similarly to the 750 (see picture), some having fewer features but the same basic sharpening method.
We sharpened dull drills from 3/32" diameter to 3/4" and find that the Drill Doctor does a fast and professional sharpening job on all sizes. It takes getting use to the sharpening method, but with the provided instruction manual and a VCR tape there is no problem understanding how to properly sharpen any drill regardless of its size. The larger drills take a bit more time to sharpen but compared to the increased cutting speed of the sharpened drill, the time is well spent.
All six models sharpen HS, TiN-Coated and Carbide Tipped masonry bits, up to each machines rated capacity. The three larger model sharpeners also sharpen Cobalt drills.
Unit prices range from $44.95 for the small drill powered unit to 199.95 for the DD-750 unit. There are more features provided on the higher priced units. The sharpening wheels are offered in different grits for faster drill cutting. Chucks are available for left hand drills.
Considering the price of drill bits these days, it appears that a Drill Doctor will soon pay for itself, if one has any drill use at all. The different models allow one to select a price range/size that is best suited for the drilling frequency of each individual.
Manufactured by:
Professional Tool Manufacturing, LLC
210 East Hersey
Ashland, OR 97520
Telephone: (800) 597-6170
Fax: (541) 552-1377
Web: drilldoctor.com
Posted: 04/01/2004
Revised: 03/26/2005
The entire book is profusely illustrated with 500+ drawings. The book is not only limited to machine tools but covers such subjects as: metal fatigue, fastners, shop safety, etc.
Machine Shop Essentialsis is a great book for the home shop machinist but the more experienced machinist will also find much helpful information on short cuts and tips, making the price of $44.95 money well spent for all concerned. Available from the publisher/author Metal Arts Press and Amazon.Com.
Frank Marlow
Metal Arts Press
8461 Valencia Drive
Huntingtom Berach, CA 92647-6033
Posted: 07/08/2005
David Keats has recently published his second book on underwater wet welding. The first one was entitled "The Professional Divers Manual on Wet Welding". The new 300 page book contains the information that was in the first edition plus a wealth of basic and technical information for anyone considering or presently engaged in underwater welding.
Though the book is directed to the beginning welder as a basic instruction manual, there is plenty of technical information for the experienced diving welder.
Each section is illustrated with drawings, tables and photographs to better describe the technique or problem being discussed. There are 200+ illustrations and photographs throughout the volume.
The following subjects are covered in sufficient detail to take much of the
"mystery" out of the profession:
The book is published in the UK but can easily be purchased through the web
at: www.specialwelds.com. If you
are a diver seriously interested or presently engaged in underwater welding,
this is an essential addition to your welding library and knowledge acquisition.
Also, Specialty Welds offers diver training, equipment and consumables specifically
designed for the underwater welder.
Speciality Welds
Moorlands Business Centre, Suite 18
Balme Road
Cleckheaton
West Yorkshire
BD19 4EZ
UK
TEL: +44 (0) 1274 879867
Fax: +44 (0) 1274 855975
TEL: +44 (0) 7974 931591
This recently released, soft bound book, consists of 311 pages chock full of information gained during Mr. Harvey's nearly 30 years as a machinist and mold maker. He shares the knowledge he has gained through hands on experience, with clear explanations and tips. Conventional as well as CNC machining information and tips are covered. There are very few pages without a photograph (230 photos) as well as drawings illustrating the corresponding text. This is certain to be a valuable addition to any machinist's library - beginner, intermediate or experienced.
The appendix has 9 detailed drawings for 5 projects for handy time saving items for the shop.
Contents:
Visit Pro Shop Publishing's web site for more information.
Email: Pro Shop Publishing
12112 Saint Mark Street
Garden Grove, CA 92845
Posted: 12/31/2004
Revised: 03/26/2005
This book is a reprint from earlier information dating back to 1879. Even though seemingly dated, the information contained within is quite relevant to today's metalworker and tinsmith. William Neubecker, a pattern expert, has updated the earlier information to provide better accuracy and modern metalworking methods.
The major part of the book contains numerous rules and diagrams, each individually illustrated to make the formulas presented easy to understand.
The back 1/3 of the book contains an Appendix containing formulas, rules and tables, all necessary for solving metalworking mathematics.
Offered by: Astragal Press, 5 Cold Hill Road, S. Suite 12, P.O. Box 239, Mendham, NJ 07945
Telephone: (866) 543-3045
Fax: (973) 543-3044
Email: Astragal Press
Posted: 04/01/2004
A 327 page book, reprinted in 1993 from the original published in 1894. This book contains a wealth of information primarily for the hand crafter coppersmith. It shows and describes the necessary tools used in the trade as well as many how to do projects. The book has a generous amount of illustrations (447), covering tools as well as illustrating projects in various stages of completion.
Anyone wanting to make older style items will find this information extremely valuable.
Offered by: Astragal Press, 5 Cold Hill Road, S. Suite 12, P.O. Box 239, Mendham, NJ 07945
Telephone: (866) 543-3045
Fax: (973) 543-3044
Email: Astragal Press
Posted: 04/01/2004
By Steve Chastain
Iron Melting Cupola Furnaces is a book taking iron melting from theory to design to operation.
The author, Steve Chastain, has provided the small foundry enthusist an excellent reference book covering all aspects of design, construction and operation of a Cupola Furnace within the 150 to 2500 pound per hour capacity.
Included are design and size calculations to determine exactly the furnace size construction to fit your individual casting needs. Not only does this book describe the construction but there are numerous drawings, pictures, calculations, recommendations and outlines detailing each step by step phase in the construction of the furnace.
When ordering, be certain to inquire if he has any video tapes available. He has some from time to time that shows the furnace in action and many pours being made.
This book would be a welcome addition to anyone's libary who is contemplating a furnace construction project. The book price is $ 19.95 plus $ 3.20 postage (US and Canada) and can be ordered by email from:
The book sells for $19.95 and may be ordered direct from: Stephen Chastain
You may contact the author by email at: Steve Chastain
USPS Mail Orders:
Steve Chastain
2925 Mandarin Meadows Dr.
Jacksonville, FL 32223
For Steve's web page: Click Here
Posted 2004
METAL CASTING:
A Sand Casting Manual for the Small Foundry
By
Stephen Chastain
Volume 1
This is the first volume of a two volume book set offering casting information from start to finish. As the list below shows, the reader is exposed to foundry casting basics as well as advanced information and formulas. The information contained in Volume 1 and Volume 2 offers the beginner sufficient information to set up and complete a small foundry.
There are suggestions and information on how to make most of the tools and equipment needed to start your small foundry. Shortcuts and helpful hints abound within the pages that will save you time and money.
The seasoned foundry/cast person, who already has been making castings, will find plenty of ideas and information that will make both volumes a worthwhile addition to his library.
A list of the subjects covered in this volume are as follows:
There are 208 pages in Volume 1
The book sells for $19.95 and may be ordered direct from: Stephen Chastain
You may contact the author by email at: Steve Chastain
USPS Mail Orders:
Steve Chastain
2925 Mandarin Meadows Dr.
Jacksonville, FL 32223
For Steve's web page: Click Here
Posted: 03/24/2005
METAL CASTING:
A Sand Casting Manual for the Small Foundry
By
Stephen Chastain
Volume 2
The second volume of the casting book set covers information that the foundry operator must know and consider concerning metals and their properties. Aluminum, copper, brass, bronze and iron are thoroughly covered. Pattern making, gating, risers, etc. together with plenty of pictures, graphs, formulas and detailed information is made available.
The two volume set gives the beginner, as well as the seasoned foundry person ,concise information within the 400 page library.
Volume 2 has 192 pages.
A listing of the subjects covered in Volume 2 is as follows:
The book sells for $19.95 and may be ordered direct from: Stephen Chastain
You may contact the author by email at: Steve Chastain
USPS Mail Orders:
Steve Chastain
2925 Mandarin Meadows Dr.
Jacksonville, FL 32223
For Steve's web page: Click Here
Posted: 03/24/2005
If you are into automotive and have a hard time locating pistons for those older and obsolete engines, why not consider making your own parts. Steve's book on "Making Pistons for Experimental and Restoration Engines", has the necessary detailed information needed to complete the project.
This 63 page book relates to his other books in his Small Foundry Series on casting and furnaces . You will need the equipment and casting skills prior to piston production. Assuming you have the required skills, this book fills you in with ideas, formulas and tables to assist in casting and machining piston castings.
The following subjects are covered in the book.
The book sells for $11.95 and may be ordered direct from: Stephen Chastain
You may contact the author by email at: Steve Chastain
USPS Mail Orders:
Steve Chastain
2925 Mandarin Meadows Dr.
Jacksonville, FL 32223
For Steve's web page: Click Here
Posted: 03/24/2005
This 133 page book is designed to give the beginner as well as the seasoned smith ideas from the set up and layout of his shop, the tools of his trade and many how to do projects any smith would find worthwhile. It covers traditional techniques for decorative ironwork, whitesmithing, hardware, tool making and hardware.
It is illustrated mostly with photographs and a few drawings. There is a somewhat limited suppliers list in the back of the book. This would make a good addition to any smith's library that is looking for ideas.
Offered by: Astragal Press, 5 Cold Hill Road, S. Suite 12, P.O. Box 239, Mendham, NJ 07945
Telephone: (866) 543-3045
Fax: (973) 543-3044
Email: Astragal Press
Posted: 04/01/2004
Modern Machine Shop has entered the metalworking handbook arena with their brand new first edition “Handbook for the Metalworking Industries”. This edition has 2,368 page, thumb indexed, hard cover book, covering many day to day calculation and information requirements of the metalworker.
The beginning student and advanced professional will find much needed information throughout the pages of this handbook for daily tasks requiring calculations and/or standards.
All categories are plainly written with plenty of examples eliminating any confusion that might arise while implementing the sought after information.
Extensive information is offered in the following general categories:
Hanser Gardner Publications
6915 Valley Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45244-3029
Visit Hanser Gardner Publications Web Page
Phone: 800-950-8977
Fax: 513-527-8801
For More Information - Email: Woody Chapman
Posted: 11/04/2002
The Working Shop
A new engineering machinists pocket book containing speeds and feeds formula has just become available on the market, called “The Working Shop”.
This booklet contains speed formula which is then easily calculated (in your head) for CNC and other types of machines. In the new era of CNC, machinists can now more easily use these speeds and feeds to set and run, with the knowledge that their components will be produced as efficiently as possible.
Based upon 35 years of hands on experience in job shop environments around Europe, Gerry Neads, has produced a hand reference work for the professional needing a fast resource for calculations.
This pocket reference book can save companies money and the machinist much hardship. The payback cost of $20.00 (including postage) is soon repaid in the first few set ups.
The speed formula is designed for lathes, mills, drills, taps and knurling operations.
Also:
To order, contact via email: Gerry Neads
Posted: 02/25/2003
Author Mike Burton, a professional woodworker has created a 121 page, how to do book describing a number of methods and processes to craft your own woodcarving and woodturning tools. Mr Burton’s years of tool making experience and a down-to-earth style, guides you, with text and many full color pictures, through the process of creating many woodworking tools. The book begins with an introduction to the basics of materials, tools, and safety. Then the metalworking techniques required to make and customize projects, enabling you to create your own woodworking tools.
Subjects covered in the book, include:
- Steel and Other Raw Materials
- Equipment and Tooling
- Safety
- Tools without Blacksmithing
- Simple Blacksmithing Techniques
- Heat Treating
- Dressing and Sharpening Tools
- Handles and Mallets
- Special Purpose Tools
- Five Projects
The cost of the book is 19.95 and is available direct from the publisher at: www.foxchapelpublishing.com
Fox Chapel Publishing
1970 Broad Street
East Petersburg, PA
Telephone: 717-560-4703
Fax: 717-560-4702
Posted: 04/10/2006
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