Photo Gallery - This gallery represents the work over several years. Some designs have been replaced and/or updated as time progressed. Most images contain a date stamp visable on the large version. Please note the date when viewing. We are always experimenting with new concepts and designs. If you have any questions about any photo please contact us.
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CNC Coolant
I have wanted to experiment with running the coolant on the CNC lathe. Recently we installed a coalescer/separator that flows at 210 GPH. I wanted to come off the separator and go directly into the centrifuge. This required some modification. It flowed perfectly well but caused the coolant to become foamy. This will require some more work.
The lid needed to be bored to accept the 1" PVC pipe.
Testing the fit.
A short section of pipe is chamfered.
This is the new giant feed tube.
This is the centrifuge during operation. Note how foamy the coolant is.
I ran this experiment with the see-thru lid on the centrifuge rotor. The foam is clearly a result of leaving the rotor. You can also see some tramp oil has separated near the lip.